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Need Some Cash on the Side? Try These 9 Freelancing Websites
Freelancing has never been so easy. Whatever your skillset, you can probably get paid for it. Here are the 9 best freelance websites out there.
Apr 18, 2026
These Are The Five Best States to Retire In
There are a lot of factors to consider when deciding where to settle down in retirement. Maybe you want to be close to family, find a beachside paradise or be within walking distance of a scenic golf course. No matter your retirement dreams, we think you should also consider the financial ramifications of your move....
Apr 18, 2026
9 Real Ways to Make Money From Your Phone
Do you know how many times you’ve picked up your phone so far today? What if the next time you picked it up, it wasn’t to text or doom scroll, but to make some extra money? It is possible, and we’re going to tell you how to make money from your phone. Most of these...
Apr 4, 2026
Education Department Tells Consumer Agency to Butt Out of Student Loans
The Education Department characterizes the CFPB as an “overreaching and unaccountable agency” in a memo explaining its decision to stop sharing data.
Apr 18, 2026
50 Easy Ways You Could Make Extra Money This Month
Ready to pad your bank account? We found 50 ways to make money you might not know about…
Apr 4, 2026
Not All Financial Advisors Are Created Equal — Here’s How to Pick the Right One
Looking for help managing your money? It may be time to hire a financial advisor. Figuring out how to choose a financial advisor can be tricky, especially because there are several different types of advisors out there with varying licenses and specialties. Choosing the right financial advisor for you depends on your needs as well...
Apr 18, 2026
Consider These Drawbacks Before You Set a Goal to Retire Early
FIRE, or Financial Independence, Retire Early, is a lifestyle movement that recently took the personal finance world by storm. It encourages you to build a cushy nest egg so you can comfortably retire in your 30s or 40s. However, leaving the corporate rat race while you’re still young isn’t all rainbows and butterflies. Consider these...
Apr 18, 2026
Substitute Teachers are in High Demand: Here’s How to Get a Gig
Ever wonder how substitute teachers get those gigs? That’s what this mom of two does, and it lets her brings in a solid side income while going to school with her kids.
Apr 18, 2026
The 5 Best Trade Jobs in High Demand for 2025
You don’t need to attend college to get a good job. Electrician and HVAC jobs pay well — and are growing like crazy. Here’s proof…
Apr 4, 2026
Side Hustle to Serious Cash — How to Start an Airbnb Business
At this point, you might have stayed at an Airbnb on your travels. But have you thought about becoming a host? Here’s how to become an Airbnb host and make money.
Apr 4, 2026
Improve Your Finances with These 9 Budgeting Apps
We tried eight free and cheap budgeting apps that will help you save money, track your spending and pay off debt. Here’s what we loved and hated about each.
Apr 18, 2026
Work in Your PJs with These 15 Good-Paying Data Entry Jobs
Demand for data entry jobs from home has seen an enormous increase since the start of the pandemic, and the trend has yet to reverse. If you are looking to pick up extra cash as a side gig or focus on data entry as a main source of income, you’ll want our tips for finding...
Apr 18, 2026