Category: Money
How smart home devices can save you money on homeowners insurance
Home security measures aren’t limited to traditional burglar alarms or monitored systems. Smart home devices like cameras, doorbells, and smoke detectors, whether installed individually or as …
12 time-saving tips for business owners
Owning your own business is a lot of work, and despite your best efforts at adding in that extra hour to the day or the much …
Half of US adults think smart home devices record their conversations
Almost half of smart home device owners believe their private conversations are being recorded so they can be sent targeted advertisements. This is the result of …
These 6 companies are making the self-driving truck a reality
It is easy to be distracted by the autonomous car industry as shiny, self-driving vehicles from Waymo, Tesla, GM, and others navigate without (much) human guidance. …
The must-visit farmers market in each state
As COVID-19 restrictions relax and summer approaches, more and more farmers markets are resuming normal or close-to-normal operations. If you’re ready to break out your canvas …
11 summer getaways that don’t feel cheap (but are)
Traveling even short distances can be expensive during peak vacation months like July and August. But with creativity and planning, having a holiday on the cheap …
11 women-focused business grants
Women are a core pillar in business, but in far too many cases women face inordinate challenges and find themselves behind their male counterparts based on …
How to upgrade your car stereo to Apple CarPlay and Android Auto: 5 of our favorites
CarPlay is Apple’s answer to the car infotainment system. Run by your iPhone, CarPlay replaces the navigation, media, phone, and messaging controls of your car with …
The Amazon Echo starter kit: 6 Alexa devices to kickstart your smart home
The Amazon Echo and Echo Dot smart speakers are fun, useful and entertaining devices in their own right. They play music, answer questions, read the news, …
Best smart security camera options for renters
Home security cameras have been around for a long time, but the recent boom in the smart home market means they are simpler and smarter than …
How to buy a car with bad credit
When you need a new car, it can sometimes feel like you needed it yesterday. Sure, there are times when our cars become predictably unreliable, and …
Travel hacks: 6 ways to save on Airbnb
If your heart is set on seeing the world, you’ve probably spent some time browsing through Airbnb. The short-term rental marketplace was founded in 2008 as …
8 crucial elements of a world-class presentation
There will be times in your career when you need to nail a presentation. These are the moments of truth, the relatively few opportunities that have …
Is it time to de-dox your timeline?
If you know anyone who maintains social media accounts and works in law enforcement, and they don’t use an alias, send them this article. Scratch that. …
This summer side dish costs less than 50 cents per barbecue guest
It’s fun getting together with friends during the summer for backyard barbecues, pool parties and picnics in the park. But it can also get expensive when …
10 ‘castles’ that are for sale right now
Would you have ever thought that you could live in a castle in the United States? Well, you can. So, if you’re looking for some much-needed inspiration …
8 simple ways to stop procrastinating at work
We’ve all procrastinated on annoying tasks because there are more exciting or important things we’d rather focus on. Right now you might have a backlog filled …
How to protect yourself from illicit cryptocurrency mining
The cryptocurrency craze rages on, and one unintended consequence is the dramatic rise of illicit cryptocurrency mining. It takes computing power to transform digital calculations into cryptocash, whether …
Want to wow your barbecue guests? Make this $1.50 burger
I’ve been accused of being a purist, especially when it comes to food. It’s not that I like plain or boring, it’s just that sometimes simple …
How to protect your credit when buying a new home
If you’re in the market for a new home, then you’ve probably already thought about the implications of obtaining a 15- or 30-year mortgage — specifically, …
How to protect your credit when buying a new car
Shopping for a new car? Don’t forget to shop for a loan as well. Although the majority of people have to finance new and used vehicle …
7 weird & wonderful homes that are for sale right now
There’s no accounting for taste, especially when it comes to living spaces. But some homeowners get more, um, creative than others. When it comes time to …
7 ways to save money at a farmers market
Farmers markets have a reputation for being expensive. A lot of the items for sale are typically organic and local, meaning vendors can demand a premium …
Some of the most opulent homes for sale in every state
Is a new home on your financial wishlist? Even if your budget doesn’t allow it, it’s always fun to take a look at luxury homes on …
9 ways to save money on fruits & vegetables
Are you one of those people who buys fruits and vegetables only to let them spoil? Your intentions may be good but your actions waste nutritious …
5 ways to integrate cryptocurrency into your business
With Bitcoin’s remarkable appreciation making headlines in the financial news, there are probably few people left who haven’t heard of cryptocurrency. What started as a niche …
Stay hydrated this summer: 5 ways to save money on drinking water
The old literary quote goes “water, water everywhere, nor any drop to drink.” It feels like that sometimes. There’s plenty of water in your house, coming …
Can you really afford an exotic car?
Maybe you’ve always dreamed of owning a Ferrari or other exotic vehicle and you’re just waiting for the day your income allows for such an extravagant …
5 ways to save on meat for your summer BBQ
For anyone who likes having a little red meat or poultry in their diet, the question of how to save money on those purchases can be …
The most expensive foreclosed homes in America
Ever wonder if a foreclosure might be a way to get a better deal on a new home? Or if it might work out better for …
