Paper is not very profitable, since it requires a lot more money to process than it is sold for. Newspaper and cardboard are more profitable and are not mixed, making it easier and cheaper for remanufacturers.

Metals still have the highest value- with copper and precious metals (aka gold) the highest.

Yes, if paying recycling facilities exists in your area. Don't expect to make a whole lot of money at one time though. I recycle everything that I can, but not to collect money, because I enjoy recycling and helping the environment. I understand some need the money from it though. Good luck.

sure and you can get money for cardboard boxes as well. Why not look for cans on the street they are worth a nickel and it adds up. I did this fr a year and made 3000 dollars. Nice.

yes