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Newspaper

Southern Illinoisan

Location

Carbondale, Illinois, United States of America

Date

Aug 02, 2001

Page

15

My Smartest Investment in March 2000

The Fool suggests selling when a stock is wildly overvalued can lock in gains but risks missing future appreciation. Investors vary from buy and hold to trading, and the right approach depends on personal experience and comfort with risk.

ExxonMobil profile links fireman CEO and South African antelope name

The company based in New Jersey reports about 233 billion dollars in revenue in 2000 with 18 billion in profit and operates around 40 000 service stations in over 100 nations. It holds brands like Rockport Ralph Lauren and Greg Norman and expanded into NFL apparel licensing for 37 years. Venus Williams and Allen Iverson interactions are noted in relation to marketing efforts.

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Copart Position as Small Cap Bargain in Auto Auction Sector

Copart Inc. CPRT offers compelling returns as a smaller firm in salvage vehicle auctions. The company has grown revenue and auction proceeds at 13 and 14 percent CAGR over four fiscal years, with operating and net income rising 27 percent, while expanding nationwide through new facilities or acquisitions.

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Plan Ahead to Enjoy Vacations Without Debt

A Myvesta.org survey finds average summer vacation cost about 3155 dollars, and only making minimum card payments at 17 percent can extend debt 33 years with about 6800 dollars in interest. Experts urge family planning, thrifty options, and price comparisons to save while enjoying cash trips. The article highlights practical tips from travel editors and sites like Travelocity, Priceline, and AAA for affordable getaways and negotiating hotel rates.

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Basic tipping rules for travelers and services

Etiquette experts note tipping varies by venue and region. For upscale services tip at least 20 percent, 15 percent at moderate establishments, and always include helpers like shampooers. Nail, massage, and salon tips should extend to the assistant if present, and owners may now be tipped depending on policy. Ask in advance if the owner accepts gratuities.

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Tipping guidance across service sectors for readers

The article compiles advice on tipping across deli counter, hotel staff, cab drivers, and concierges. It stresses tipping fairly, considering service quality, and remaining gracious, with examples like $1–$2 per bag, $2 per night for housekeeping, 5–10 percent for cabs, and up to $20 or more for exceptional concierge help.

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