21 side gigs that can make you money while you start your own business
When you’re starting a small business, every penny counts. Just ask Levi King, co-founder of Nav and an entrepreneurial veteran of nearly two decades. While in his …
31 life lessons that make everything a little easier
Last year, I wrote about the amazing growth that can occur in a single decade. Here’s that article: A Lot Can Change in Ten Years. But for …
Which of these 10 personality archetypes applies to you?
The debate about how millennials think and act versus baby-boomers is a hot topic these days, but new research suggests that these groups are more alike …
7 wealth building habits to secure your financial future
While landing a high-paying job is a good step, many more factors are involved if you want to have a financially secure future. It’s essential to …
These 6 TED Talks could actually improve your sleep
If you’re looking for inspiration and research-backed life hacks straight from the greatest thinkers of our time, there’s a TED Talk for just about anything, including sleep. There’s …
How much should I spend on a house?
Enjoying a leisurely dinner with friends. Hearing laughter as the neighborhood children play on a swingset out back. Snowy evenings curled up with a cup of …
How much should I spend on a house?
Enjoying a leisurely dinner with friends. Hearing laughter as the neighborhood children play on a swingset out back. Snowy evenings curled up with a cup of …
These states are the most dependent on the federal government
As more states get federal funding during the COVID-19 pandemic, many people are starting to wonder just how much federal aid states are getting. The issue …
Want to save money? Make this home repair before summer
With temperatures soon to rise across the United States, homeowners should be making an appointment with their local heating, ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) contractor. …
Top 21 ZIP codes for real estate investing in 2021
Real estate investors may need to broaden their search to additional markets with real estate inventory currently at record lows. When searching, remember that not every …
The dos & don’ts for becoming a millionaire
You don’t have to be a contestant on a game show, win the lottery, or receive a windfall from a relative to become a millionaire. Just …
15 weird & wonderful things you can do with tea
Tannins and other key ingredients in tea can power up household cleaning and even become beauty and health remedies. Image Credit: aimy27feb / iStock. 1. Make …
8 steps to buying a vacation home
If you’re like many Americans, you dream of having a beach house, a desert escape, or a mountain hideaway. Perhaps you’re tired of staying at hotels …
Does your business need an ERP?
The issue of whether or not to adopt an organization-wide ERP system remains a tricky question for growing businesses—and for good reason. According to Manufacturing Business Technology …
50 great games you don’t need a PS5 to play
Now that the PS5 is available, players enjoy the console’s high speeds, better processing, and exclusive games. The problem is that the PS5 is very difficult …
The best 2020 & 2021 pickup trucks on the market right now
The top-selling car in the U.S. isn’t a car at all — it’s a pickup truck, and specifically the Ford F-Series. Trucks account for 20% of …
Here’s how to allergy proof your bedroom
Spring brings the urge to get up, get out, and get busy—puttering in the garden, cycling in the park, enjoying adventures all over town. But if …
How to eat better without going on a fad diet
A smart friend of mine keeps falling for gimmicky fad diets. A while back, he told me he couldn’t eat beans. When I asked why, he …
How to pay for college as an adult learner
These days, more and more people are joining the ranks of adult learners, those who go back to college at a later point in life. Figuring …
Gifting money to your kids for college tuition
Fall means freshly sharpened pencils and the sound of thousands of parents sighing as first-semester college tuition bills hit their mailboxes. While many parents want to help their …
Popular terms every crypto beginner needs to know
Cryptocurrency is an exciting new technology that has strongly impacted the financial sector in its short existence. Bitcoin, the first cryptocurrency, was launched in 2009. Like any new …
How to get paid faster with recurring bill payments
Your business needs a lot from you, and you welcome any opportunity to put tasks on autopilot. We have good news for you: recurring payments allow …
What Is an assumable mortgage?
Homebuyers have more mortgage loan options available when buying a home than they may think. One of those could be the assumable mortgage, a home loan …
US cities where there are the most working teens
American teenagers aren’t working as much as they once did. Compared with previous decades, teens today have higher demands on their time thanks to extended school …
Why a good work culture is essential for client-focused businesses
On the long list of reasons for business success, company culture too often gets short shrift. Company culture is more ephemeral than accounting processes and sales …
Can you lose your house with a reverse mortgage?
For older Americans who may find they need more money in retirement, using a reverse mortgage to convert some of their home’s equity into cash can …
How do you change your major?
Declaring a major in college isn’t a minor decision, but that doesn’t mean students can’t change their minds further along in a college career. How to …
How to choose the best payment method for small businesses
What’s the best payment method for small businesses? Some say cash is king, while others swear by credit cards. But in light of the coronavirus, small …
What is cryptojacking? How to detect mining malware
Cryptojacking is a type of cybercrime that occurs when hackers hijack the processing power of unsuspecting internet users in order to generate new cryptocurrencies. Rising Bitcoin …
What is mortgage forbearance?
When homebuyers take out a mortgage, they’re likely dreaming about living out their days in a house of their own—whether that means bedecking the front porch …
The most livable cities in the US, ranked
What makes a city livable? And more importantly, what makes a city’s “livability score” better than another city? (See also: 10 Cities That Revolve Around Credit) …
Binge drinking & smoking surprisingly common in these ‘healthy’ states
In addition to creating a ranked list of the best states for physical fitness, ValuePenguin researchers discovered that even the fittest states rank relatively poorly on …
Everything you need to know about 2-factor authentication
Two-factor authentication, often shortened to 2FA, is a hassle-free way to protect yourself from some of the most common forms of hacking. Two-factor authentication adds another …
Here’s where American’s pay the most for gasoline
Driving a car is often the most convenient way to go where you need to go, whether you’re in Bondi, Bamako, or Bangkok. So, while a select …
10 awesome sports cars that won’t break the bank
Whether you’re looking for all-American muscle, luxury sports cars with Italian styling, or lightweight, turn-tracing performance cars, our top picks cover them all. Image Credit: Chevrolet. …
Things you should stop doing right now if you want to be happy at work
It’s easy to be happy at work if you like your job, get paid well, and have a healthy balance between your personal and professional life. …
Here’s how much it costs to retire in 2021 in every state
Many Americans work their entire lives with an eye on the retirement finish line, but what happens when it’s crossed? Deciding on a dream destination for …
Starting a new job? Here’s how to crush it
When you’re first starting a new job, just getting into the swing of things can often feel like a huge accomplishment. In truth, though, your goal …
16 simple ways to save on homeowners insurance
Buying homeowners insurance is essential to help protect against losses that affect your house or its contents. In fact, a lack of adequate insurance coverage could …
Top dividend stocks & how to invest in them
Even with apps changing the way we invest, each person still gets into the stock market in their own way. Some investors prefer to purchase stocks that …
5 ways to tell if your portfolio is well diversified
Experts say a diversified portfolio is key to weathering any market. But you may be confused as to whether your money is truly diversified. We’ll show …
15 habits that wealthy, successful people have in common
You might think you need to be wealthy to live a happy life, but living your best life typically starts with practicing habits that improve your …
Check out this ‘Modern Family’ star’s gorgeous new mansion
The host of HGTV’s Extreme Makeover: Home Edition (and one of our all-time favorite TV uncles), Jesse Tyler Ferguson, will be moving to Encino, in the San Fernando …
Is long-term care insurance really worth the cost?
is one of the most difficult types of insurance for people to commit to. Nobody wants to buy insurance of any kind. Nobody wants to ever …
Boomer homebuyers are flocking to these locations
Baby boomers are the wealthiest generation of Americans alive today, according to the latest Federal Reserve data, and plenty are still looking to buy homes. But …
How to plan a virtual wedding
Life as we knew it has come to a screeching halt, with limits on gatherings in many states. The “new normal” still isn’t quite normal, and …
Common budgeting mistakes you should avoid at all costs
We had just moved to the U.S. Both of us were 30, and we had two toddlers. We needed to have enough money to buy a used …
Bathrooms of the last 500 years, in pictures
Admit it: you take your flushable toilet for granted. You might even be fed up with it and looking for a more stylish bathroom throne on which to …
26 everyday things you can ‘flip’ for a profit
Flipping for cash is one of the easiest-to-start side hustles. Anyone can do it, and you can literally start right now; you will make money from day …
Here’s how to max your savings at Aldi
My husband (Mr. Wealthy Nickel) tracks all of our expenses and categorizes them. When he forces me to look at our finances (not my preferred activity) …
