2019-12-16 13:00
Depending on where you live, having a car is a necessity. It’s difficult to get to work, school, or raise children without a safe and dependable vehicle. And in many areas, public tran… Read More
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2019-12-12 22:57
When I think of Christmas, I think of sipping hot cider at my grandfather’s house, watching my little cousins play with their new toys, and spending time my dear ol’ dad. … Read More
2019-12-12 13:00
More than 400 million people worldwide read 20 billion pages of content every month.
That means bloggers are responsible for millions of hours spent reading content – and readers are s… Read More
2019-12-06 13:00
If you’re ready to upgrade to the latest version of the iPhone, you may want to sell your old one.
When you sell your old iPhone, you’re decluttering your house and making extra… Read More
2019-12-02 13:00
Movie theaters are a great place to take a break from reality.
But with the average price for a movie ticket at $9.11, not including popcorn and drinks, seeing a blockbuster can be pricey… Read More
2019-11-26 19:52
If you’re looking for last-minute Christmas gifts because haven’t finished (or even started) your Christmas shopping yet, rest assured, you’re not alone.
A 2018 survey by… Read More
2019-11-26 17:25
It’s amazing how much your cell phone can become part of your daily life.
I know that I’m a heavy phone user, but even I was surprised to find that I typically use my phone for a… Read More
2019-11-26 02:55
Amazon Prime is the most popular online shopping subscription service available today.
It’s estimated that three out of every five American households subscribe to Amazon Prime, and fo… Read More
2019-11-25 03:07
There’s a lot of fear tied to personal finance.
Many people are scared to invest in the stock market and others are afraid to check their student loan balance.
Another common fear? Abo… Read More
2019-11-25 02:44
What does free money mean to you?
For some, it’s finding a dollar bill on the ground or winning a prize in a contest. For others, it means earning money through a passive income stream… Read More
2019-11-25 01:47
The gig economy has made it easy to earn money from home.
But that often keeps you sitting in one place, working on a computer, driving a car, or using an app. And while it’s great for… Read More
2019-11-21 16:44
Working from home comes with perks that you won’t get at a traditional 9 to 5 office job.
You can avoid a long commute and rush hour traffic, stay in your pajamas all day, and even thr… Read More
2019-11-20 12:55
As most new moms (and dads) can attest, the number of diapers a baby can go through in a day is staggering.
My son is no different.
As much as I like to think he’s special, his butt is… Read More
2019-11-19 20:35
When I applied for my first mortgage, I had no clue what to expect.
We worked with the broker recommended by our agent because he assured us he could get us a great rate.
I didn’t comp… Read More
2019-11-18 21:56
As another holiday shopping season rolls around, many Americans are still feeling the effects of last year’s shopping.
In fact, according to a recent survey by WalletHub, approximately… Read More
2019-11-18 20:37
Women endure a slew of disadvantages when it comes to financial security.
Studies show that women on average pay more for mortgages, even though they’ve historically been better at pay… Read More
2019-11-18 18:24
Everyone has stuff in their house that they don’t need.
Maybe it’s clothes that aren’t your style anymore, books you’ve finished reading, or furniture that you’… Read More
2019-11-18 04:45
If you’re frustrated over the cost of your cell phone plan, you’re not alone.
I’ve often thought of switching to a cheaper carrier, but I worry about getting service in my… Read More
2019-11-18 03:31
If you’re like me, you carry your smartphone everywhere.
Maybe you do it so you can check emails on-the-go or so you can listen to your favorite podcast.
But you can also earn ex… Read More
2019-11-18 01:24
As soon as I found out I was pregnant I had a minute of excitement followed by 20 minutes of “how much is this going to cost me?” panic.
My husband and I have some big savings go… Read More
2019-11-18 00:34
If you’re facing a job loss, disability, underemployment, or other factors that make it difficult to support your family, you’re not alone.
According to U.S. Census data, 38.1 mi… Read More
2019-11-15 21:50
With unlimited cell phone plans being the norm, you don’t think twice about making a phone call.
But what if you need to call someone on the other side of the world? International phon… Read More
2019-11-15 21:13
Whenever I’m working on something, from chores around the house to driving my kids to school to exercising, I have music playing in the background.
Not only does it make the task that… Read More
2019-11-15 19:57
Netflix is one of the top paid streaming options with nearly 150 million subscribers.
Their original shows and movies have helped the company grow in popularity despite a recent price increa… Read More
2019-11-15 14:55
Credit Karma, the company best known for its free credit monitoring service, has announced that it will now be offering a high-yield savings account.
Credit Karma Savings will have a s… Read More
2019-11-15 12:30
My best friend is a kindergarten teacher. Although I love hearing stories about her students, lately they’ve changed from funny anecdotes about snaking lunch lines to the difficulties… Read More
2019-11-15 05:02
I began to hate my first job as a teenager within months of starting it.
I worked in a small, greasy restaurant and only made minimum wage. But those two years of experience taught me how to… Read More
2019-11-13 16:26
If you’re in debt, you know how much of a problem it can be.
Debt can claim a large amount of your income, making it harder to balance your budget. And it’s an increasing proble… Read More
2019-11-13 16:00
Work-from-home opportunities that promise immediate returns with only a “small” monetary investment are questionable at best.
Starting a brick-and-mortar business almost always r… Read More
2019-11-13 14:00
Most consumers agree that shopping on Amazon is great.
It caters to your desire to save time, avoid crowded stores, and you can scroll through thousands of items with a few clicks or swipes… Read More
2019-11-13 12:50
When I was in college I was always looking to make extra cash to fund my Starbucks addiction.
And like most over-caffeinated students, my schedule didn’t leave a lot of room for a part… Read More
2019-11-13 12:00
You don’t have to spend money to find your favorite books.
There are plenty of online (and offline) resources you can use to get lost in a good book for free.
You can enjoy easy access… Read More
2019-11-12 19:21
Ever enter the gas station and notice the scratch-off tickets?
Rolls of colorful paper boasting the chance to win hundreds, thousands, or even millions of dollars. You almost grab one, and t… Read More
2019-11-07 02:00
Finding the perfect Christmas gift for the man in your life is no easy task, especially if he’s extra picky or seems to have it all.
You want to surprise him with something he’ll… Read More
2019-11-05 12:00
My husband and I are big fans of Valentine’s Day.
Some people consider it a “Hallmark holiday,” but we love it because it gives us an excuse to treat one another and make s… Read More
2019-11-01 13:15
Whoever said Christmas is the most wonderful time of year never struggled to find the perfect gift.
A gift should be personal, unique, and affordable. Sometimes that feels impossible to find… Read More
2019-10-31 13:00
You don’t have to be wealthy to start investing.
You don’t even have to have a full-time job or a high income.
With the advent of new startups and flexible brokerage firm accoun… Read More
2019-10-30 12:00
You can make money fast by selling your unwanted items on Craigslist, but there are a lot of reasons why you might want to avoid the platform.
Maybe you prefer a more modern-looking site, yo… Read More
2019-10-27 03:37
There are lots of easy side hustles that don’t require experience, a set time commitment or a special skill.
Watching videos is one of them. 📺📽️
Yes, you read th… Read More
2019-10-25 18:05
Many Americans often find themselves with less money than they need.
Some don’t have enough left over at the end of the month, while 34% have no savings at all. If that sounds like you… Read More
2019-10-24 23:42
I’ve never been up on the latest fashion trends.
So when it comes to shoes I’m happy buying discount shoes online or the cheapest brands from big box stores just to have somethin… Read More
2019-10-24 22:51
If you’re a student wondering how to make money in college, consider building a passive income stream.
Passive income for students involves putting in some upfront effort so that you c… Read More
2019-10-24 13:00
Finding the right Christmas gifts for dad is no easy feat.
After all that he’s done for you over the years, how can you sum up your feelings in one gift?
You probably can’t. Plu… Read More
2019-10-18 19:55
Thanksgiving is a wonderful time for friends and family to reconnect and share gratitude over good food.
But if you’ve ever hosted the big dinner, you may not feel gratitude. Instead… Read More
2019-10-15 12:20
Finding Christmas gifts for mom can seem daunting. If your mom tells you she has everything, like my mom often does, rest assured that there is an item or experience you can get her that wil… Read More
2019-10-11 05:00
In a day and age where everyone seems to be offering free stuff online, it may be hard to discern which companies offering free stuff are legit, and which ones are a scam.
The truth is not e… Read More
2019-10-11 00:34
Moving to a new home can be expensive.
If you’re renting a home or apartment in an expensive market like Boston, New York, or San Francisco, you might need to provide as much as four m… Read More
2019-10-10 22:04
The best investing books are a great way to introduce yourself to new strategies and expert opinions.
They can also help you gain insight and increase your chance of earning a good return wi… Read More
2019-10-10 17:46
Buying a home is an exhausting, confusing, and often frustrating procedure.
There’s so much to understand and process, from selecting the right mortgage to picking the right real esta… Read More
2019-10-05 03:23
Do you have an old copy of Street Fighter II or Sonic the Hedgehog lying around collecting dust?
What about the OG versions of Call of Duty or Halo?
If they’ve been shamefully neglecte… Read More
2019-09-28 15:35
Work from home jobs have become extremely popular.
115% more popular according to a recent study by Flex Jobs and Global Workplace Analytics.
As such, it’s no surprise that the 1.8 mil… Read More
2019-09-27 12:45
From dog walking to delivering food, there’s a side hustle for every personality, preference, and schedule.
Starting a side hustle can be as simple as downloading an app or submitting… Read More
2019-09-26 21:40
There’s a common misconception that it takes money to make money.
That isn’t always true. If you’re willing to invest your time, you can find a way of creating passive inco… Read More
2019-09-24 23:10
Chances are high that you pay bills for internet, cable, cell phone, home security, and other subscription services.
These bills can add up quickly and take a huge chunk out of your monthly… Read More
2019-09-23 19:06
If you do a lot of online shopping but haven’t installed Honey, you could be leaving money on the table.
Honey is a legit Chrome browser extension that automatically finds discount cod… Read More
2019-09-15 17:51
Have you ever found yourself short on cash? Raises hand. 🙋♀️
If so, you know how frustrating it can be to need extra money, but have no viable way of actually earni… Read More
2019-09-12 22:51
Bill Gates reads about one book per week. Mark Zuckerberg has his own book club.
One study found that self-made millionaires read at least 30 minutes a day. Business books can increase your… Read More
2019-09-12 22:31
Another FinCon is in the books, and I couldn’t be more excited about the future of DollarSprout. Me, Ben, and the rest of the team had an amazing time, met lots of new (and old) friend… Read More
2019-09-12 22:12
When I moved into my first home, I had to buy new appliances.
After doing plenty of research, I found a great deal on a Samsung fridge and dishwasher. Less than 24 hours after I bought these… Read More
2019-09-12 21:23
I recently had to send a fax.
Instead of getting in my car to find a store where I could print and fax my forms, I signed up for a free month of a service that would let me send faxes online… Read More
2019-08-31 04:03
Few things annoy me more than having to go to the store buy new clothes. I’d rather spend my time (and money) on just about anything else.
Apparently I’m in minority when it come… Read More
2019-08-29 00:37
Investing often gets a bad rap.
It’s perceived as boring or something you need specialized knowledge and lots of money to do.
According to one survey, 79% of millennials aren’t… Read More
2019-08-28 20:20
If you need to make money, one of the easiest ways to do so is by selling items you no longer use.
DVDs are a perfect first choice, especially if you use a streaming service like Netflix or… Read More
2019-08-27 01:27
No one enjoys clipping coupons.
Saving money, yes. Spending hours combing through newspapers and store catalogs to save a few cents on canned beans? Not so much.
Fortunately, Groupon offers… Read More
2019-08-22 19:56
There are plenty of reasons you might need an extra $50 or $100 in your pocket immediately.
After all, tires don’t warn you before they go flat and kids have no regard for how much the… Read More
2019-08-20 05:35
According to a 2016 Pew Research Center report, 24% of Americans are now making money from an online digital platform.
A number that’s certain to grow as “jobs” continue to… Read More
2019-08-20 05:01
Perhaps you saw a headline on the news that with some eye popping numbers (like CNBC’s recent feature on one man who made $360,000 in 4 years as an Airbnb host).
Or maybe it was the p… Read More
2019-08-16 18:23
Few people enjoy the mundanity of household chores.
Washing dishes, cleaning bathrooms, and taking out the garbage are no one’s favorite pastimes. But most would agree that these type… Read More
2019-08-15 19:34
The idea that you can get paid to watch ads sounds like a scam.
But rest assured — it’s not. In fact, it’s a quick and easy way to earn extra cash just for vegging out in… Read More
2019-08-09 21:16
If you have a traditional job that requires you to work in an office 40 hours a week, your paycheck only reflects the 40 hours you worked.
Essentially, you’re trading your time for mon… Read More
2019-08-08 23:37
When I first heard you could take online surveys for money, I was skeptical.
Why would any company pay you just for answering questions? What’s the catch?
The more I read about online… Read More
2019-08-07 04:26
Do you have an area in your house where all your clutter seems to gravitate?
You know the one. It’s the place where your Hot Topic band T-shirts, NOW That’s What I Call Music! C… Read More
2019-08-01 16:58
Have you ever forgotten to cancel a subscription and wasted money as a result?
That gym membership you never use. The Audible credits you forgot about. That meditation app you tried for a we… Read More
2019-07-30 12:42
An individual retirement account, or IRA, comes with some major tax benefits.
Many people open an IRA on top of their employer-sponsored 401(k) as another tool to grow their post-employmen… Read More
2019-07-25 02:03
If you need to buy a car, you take out an auto loan. If you want to buy a house, you get a mortgage.
But what if you need something more specific, like money for your wedding or for a… Read More
2019-07-22 15:00
Spreadsheets get a bad rap.
They mostly appeal to pencil pushers, number crunchers, and obsessive-compulsive types.
Unless you have a job that requires you to use Excel, you may not even kn… Read More
2019-07-19 19:34
If you are one to periodically check your credit score for free, you know it can pay dividends in more ways than one.
If you’ve never checked your credit score before, or it’s be… Read More
2019-07-19 10:33
There’s no two ways about it: figuring out how to stop living paycheck to paycheck is frustrating.
It creates a level of stress that goes beyond just red numbers in your bank account… Read More
2019-07-18 21:11
My family and I were coming home after visiting my parents on Memorial Day weekend when our car was rear-ended.
We were in the left lane on a city street when traffic suddenly came to a sto… Read More
2019-07-18 15:00
If you don’t pay your bills online, then you’re missing out on some major convenience.
Paying your bills online is a safe and convenient way to manage your personal finances.
Pl… Read More
2019-07-17 03:31
Having over $50,000 in total debt taught me a few personal finance lessons that I value today.
These lessons were also some driving factors in my current financial independence pursuit as w… Read More
2019-07-16 20:49
Choosing a bank is a personal decision.
Everyone needs a bank account.
Checking accounts are required for many modern financial tasks, like receiving direct deposits or setting up automatic… Read More
2019-07-07 19:22
If you’re interested in a career change, becoming a social media manager is a realistic, flexible option that may be of interest to you.
Social media managers, as you might have guesse… Read More
2019-07-07 15:16
Teachers are some of the hardest working people out there.
So, it makes sense that when VIPKID came on the scene in 2013, offering teachers a way to make extra money through teaching Englis… Read More
2019-07-06 22:26
Are you a fast typer? Can you handle listening to audio and transcribing as you go along? If so, then these transcription jobs might interest you.
To be a successful transcriptionist, it tak… Read More
2019-07-01 15:00
Does it seem like everyone wants to offer investing tips these days?
It does to me. So many of these investing tips posts talk about the latest and greatest stock fund or ETF. You won… Read More
2019-06-05 15:00
Building and maintaining a respectable credit score is one of the hallmarks of entering financial adulthood.
With a good credit score, you can qualify for the best loans at the lowest rate… Read More
2019-06-04 15:00
If you’ve stumbled upon this Swagbucks review, you’re in the company of millions of others wondering one of a few things:
Is Swagbucks legit and safe to use?
Is it worth my time?… Read More
2019-06-04 15:00
Chances are you have some goals you’d like to tick off in your lifetime.
Maybe you want to visit three dozen countries, buy a house, retire by the time you’re 55, or start a fam… Read More
2019-06-03 15:00
I used to be skeptical of financial advisors.
I figured that as a personal finance writer and self-proclaimed money expert, I knew everything I needed to know about my investments. Everythin… Read More
2019-05-31 15:00
Imagine having the convenience of shopping with plastic without worrying about overspending or needing a bank account.
If you’re one of the 14.1 million adults in the U.S. without a ch… Read More
2019-05-30 15:00
Have you ever looked at your to-do list for the day and wondered how you were going to accomplish it all?
Wouldn’t it be nice if you could combine a few errands into a single trip? Tha… Read More
2019-05-30 09:01
2019-05-29 15:00
Debit cards and credit cards look almost identical.
They have 16-digit card numbers, PIN codes, and expiration dates. However, a debit card is linked to your bank account while a credit card… Read More
2019-05-23 15:00
With over 277 million users worldwide, PayPal is a household name in the payment processing world.
PayPal was designed to make online shopping and money transfers fast and convenient.
You ca… Read More
2019-05-22 15:00
Overdraft fees are more than just a pesky nuisance.
In 2017, the 10 largest U.S. banks raked in more than $11.45 billion in overdraft fees from consumers — and that was just among inst… Read More
2019-05-15 16:16
Picture this: You’ve just had dinner from your favorite restaurant delivered to your door by a friendly face – and you didn’t have to fumble with your wallet to pay for it… Read More
2019-05-14 21:54
Trying to understand all of the different types of life insurance can be confusing, especially when you find out there are two different types of permanent insurance.
The good news is, there… Read More
2019-05-13 22:46
Providing for the ones you love comes naturally.
You don’t think twice about working to put food on the table or pay the bills. But how can you protect the ones you love after you&rsq&helli…Read More
2019-05-12 23:58
They say that the average millionaire has seven different streams of income.
But, most millionaires don’t have seven different jobs — in many cases, they’ve leveraged the p… Read More
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