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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

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A lot of small, simple changes can add up over time. Start with these 7 simple ways to go green in 2013, and stick with them, and you will not only find yourself living more sustainably, but you will also feel energized to tackle some of the bigger behavioral changes next year: 1. Pick Up Litter. Stop with the Bottled Water.

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10 Ways to Find Cash for your Summer Vacation

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Pet Sitting, Dog Walking and/or “Pick Up” If you’re a pet lover, offer pet sitting for owners while they are on vacation or at work. Services could also include dog walking, and/or poop pick up. That included feeding, walking, and picking up her poop. We paid her $20 a day. Yard/Lawn Maintenance. Wash Cars.

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How to Make Your Own Clothes

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You might be able to find one at a consignment shop, a sewing machine repair shop, or ask relatives or friends if they have one that you could either buy or borrow. If you don’t know the first thing about sewing, you’ll need to pick up a few tricks of the trade. 7 Ways to Save Money As New Parents.

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8 Easy Ways to Reduce, Recycle, and Reuse

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When you have mess to clean up, use cloth napkins, sponges, or dishclothes that can be washed instead of reaching for paper towels. This helps keep toxic metals from ending up in the landfills. If you have clothes and furniture that you no longer have use for, donate them to charities or sell them at consignment shops.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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If you can’t answer with the word, CASH , then please, set yourself up for success and build your emergency fund. 3 Action Steps to Set Up your Emergency Fund. Add up how much you are spending in the morning and you’ll see how much you will save for your fund. 7 – Collect your change.