Thursday, January 10, 2008

Thursday's story ideas

Political campaigning via phone. How does the "do not call" list apply to politics?

Millions use over the counter cold & cough medicine to get high. Do parents check to see what's really in the medicine cabinet?

Houses that always sell, even in this market. What are the factors (waterfront, school district, etc.) that can make or break it for you come resale time?

Recycling old cell phones. In some cases, you can sell them for decent money. Some organizations (women's shelters, for instance) refurbish them and give them to people for emergencies.

Green investing. How to find out if your mutual fund invests in environmentally friendly companies.

Refund anticipation loans. How much interest is it really costing someone to get a refund a few weeks early?


No homework for kids? Some schools are following this trend.

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