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Frequently Asked Questions about SBN:
How does it work?
You pay SBN $2 U.S. Dollars and receive 20 Scottscrips, each worth ½ an hour or $5 each. An amazing value! Simply fill
out the top half of this form, and mail it, a self-addressed stamped envelope, and your $2 to 1193 Beals Lane Scottsville,
VA 24590. You will receive your 20 Scottscrips within a week or so.
How do I put out a request for services?
1) Join the SBN Yahoo! Group by emailing: scottsvillebarternetworksubscribe@yahoogroups.com OR
2) Go to: http://finance.groups.yahoo.com/group/scottsvillebarternetwork/ and click JOIN GROUPS
How do I know what services are offered by the barter network?
Visit the online directory (http://www.SustainableScottsville.com/barter) to view and/or print out a list of members and
the skills/services offered.
Is Scottscrip legal tender?
As long as it does not look like U.S. currency, and the Scottscrip you earn is claimed on your income taxes, the money
isn't funny.
How can we be sure that Scottscrip can't be counterfeit?
Each scrip has an i.d. number. If duplicates show up, we know there is counterfeit.
What if I feel my time is worth more than $10/hour? Can I charge more?
Sure. You can negotiate cost with a person paying for the service you provide, but we request you not charge more than
three Scottscrips per half hour to keep it accessible.
What are the geographical limits to Scottsville Barter Network?
If you live in the 24590 zip code, travel to or through Scottsville frequently, or live in the Rivanna watershed, you
are welcome to join.
Why not just use money?
The reasons go beyond the obvious reason of not having enough money... A bartering network encourages local economic growth
by keeping trade local. Friendships and a broader feeling of community are nurtured as well.
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