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Upside: Fix-it man is doing fine

Not everyone has the money to buy a new refrigerator or washing machine. So when large appliances break, people call on repairman David Khorsandi to get their machines back in working order. He explains why his phone has been ringing non-stop.

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Upside: Pet owners spare no expense

There are some things that people just don't skimp on. For some it's organic food, others refuse to turn off the AC, and some just can't stop pampering their pets. Andrew Kim of Healthy Spot L.A. explains how and why his business is doing well despite the recession.

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Upside: Infomercials tuned in to profits

Infomercial producer John Barnes explains how and why his business is doing well despite the recession.

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Infomercial producer John Barnes explains how and why his business is doing well despite the recession.

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Not everyone has the money to buy a new refrigerator or washing machine. So when large appliances break, people call on repairman David Khorsandi to get their machines back in working order. He explains why his phone has been ringing non-stop.

Posted In: Economy, Jobs

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