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Columnists - Kelly Ann Butterbaugh

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Creative Plant Repurposing
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
Generations ago, our grandparents threw away nothing. Only the very worn and useless items found their ways into the trash. They repurposed everything. Yet, today our things have become disposable.
Posted on: 09/01/2010 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Do It Yourself
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
The old adage "If you want it done right, do it yourself" carries significant merit in the frugal times of a frail economy. Donate some time to completing three tasks yourself, and you'll save money every time. Not enough time?
Posted on: 08/26/2010 | 1 Feedback(s)
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Federal Direct Student Loans
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
The idea of the college loan is that tuition is covered while studying, and most loans only ask for repayment after graduation. For some loans, interest isn't calculated until repayment begins, again often after graduation.
Posted on: 08/18/2010 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Unexpected Cruise Costs
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
There really is no such thing as an "all-inclusive vacation", because no one could include everything. However, some vacations claim to have everything, and then sneak some charges in the package. Cruise vacations are one of them.
Posted on: 08/11/2010 | 4 Feedback(s)
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Sell Onine Or In Person?
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
For the average person, selling used items is easy and generates a pleasing profit. Whether you opt to organize a yard sale, advertise in the newspaper, or sell online, you'll most likely earn enough money to go out to dinner but not enough to make a car payment.
Posted on: 07/29/2010 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Green Savings and Losses
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
Many claim that the "green movement" isn't as green as it claims. True, many green options rob Peter to pay Paul. Bamboo flooring is an example. While it surpasses hardwood flooring in its regeneration, the farming of bamboo is not necessarily done in the greenest of fashions.
Posted on: 07/22/2010 | 4 Feedback(s)
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How to Recycle Wrong
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
Recycling relieves the environment of a burden, but can it ever be harmful? Is there a way to recycle wrong? It's not necessarily the recycling that can be incorrect; it's the steps leading up to the act of recycling that can cause more harm than good.
Posted on: 07/14/2010 | 0 Feedback(s)
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Home Made Frames
By Kell
A walk down the framing aisle of a department store reinforces the known expense of designer frames. Some small but beautiful frames costs $16 or more. However, they are easily made by both adults and children for minimal prices.
Posted on: 07/09/2010 | 2 Feedback(s)
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The Gambling Green Light
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
I decided to conduct an experiment in gambling, and I learned a few strategies that give a green light to gambling entertainment for the less than die hard gambler.
Posted on: 06/28/2010 | 3 Feedback(s)
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Collectibles For Kids
By Kelly Ann Butterbaugh
Kids love to start collections, but these collections can get too pricey. The latest collecting fad for kids hardly has the intention of keeping a parent's wallet full. However, there are many things that children can collect that aren't pricey but are fun.
Posted on: 06/21/2010 | 1 Feedback(s)
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