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September 9, 2023
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The South Florida Water Management District is expanding its python hunting program due to the invasive species’ detrimental impact on the Everglades ecosystem. They are hiring 25 people to track and remove Burmese pythons from district-owned land in Miami-Dade County, extending the hunt into September and expanding the area to include Broward and Collier counties. Hunters must be 18+, have a valid driver’s license and GPS-enabled device, and pass a background check. Pay starts at minimum wage ($8
September 8, 2023
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To combat rising heating costs during cold weather, the article suggests installing occupancy sensors. These motion-activated devices replace standard light switches and automatically turn off lights in unoccupied rooms, potentially saving up to 30% on electricity. Studies, including those by the EPA and energy agencies, support these savings claims, with businesses seeing even greater reductions. Affordable options are readily available at home improvement stores and online, making them a simple way to improve energy efficiency year-round.
September 6, 2023
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Old newspapers can be a surprising source of income. You can sell vintage advertisements, particularly those evoking nostalgia for classic cars or products, on platforms like eBay. Birthdate newspapers are also valuable, with companies selling them for up to $50 each – you can list individual newspapers on eBay for $10-$20. Finally, creative crafting, like jewelry or laminated placemats, using old newspapers can also generate revenue, capitalizing on the appeal of nostalgic items.
September 5, 2023
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The Admiral Staff
In competitive housing markets, buyers are increasingly using creative tactics to make their offers stand out. One woman in Portland, Oregon, successfully secured a home by offering free pizza for life from her restaurant. Other strategies include producing videos—like a neighborhood sing-along—and writing heartfelt letters to sellers, often detailing personal stories or explaining why the home would be a good fit. While these methods aren’t guaranteed to overcome higher bids, they can sometimes sway sellers and make a difference, especially when combined with
September 4, 2023
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A survey by Thermosoft International Corporation polled 1,000 Americans to discover what luxuries they couldn’t live without. Top items included internet access, smartphones, pets, clothes dryers, a nice mattress, domestic travel, and beauty/skincare products. The Penny Hoarder provided tips for saving money on each of these, ranging from using smartphones for internet access to shopping for used appliances and utilizing cashback apps for travel. Other frequently mentioned luxuries were eating out, buying organic produce, and
