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Some Italian peas changed the way we function Legend has it that Italian engineer Vilfredo Pareto noticed something peculiar about the peas growing in his garden. Vilfredo recognized that approximately 20% of his pea plants were yielding 80% of the pea crop. Pareto wondered if this applied in other situations, such as macroeconomics. Sure enough,...
When my wife and I experienced the sudden failure of our washing machine the same month that my car’s engine went out, we faced quite the predicament. Did we buy a brand new engine and washing machine in the same month, or did we look for used options for each? Admittedly so, I was a bit...
You’re not alone – it ain’t always easy being a homeowner in 2020. As if the purchase price of a home wasn't bad enough, home maintenance costs can make matters worse. When something goes out on your house, such as an AC unit or a washing machine, sometimes your paycheck isn’t able to keep up....
Today I am going to share with you the best places to find quarters fast, as well as some great tips to save you time in the process! In this article I will help you find where to get quarters by: Providing you with the top places to cash in for quarters Practical tips to...
For many, the start of a new year marks a time when we set goals for better health, wealth, and happiness. Financially speaking, we set goals to save money, pay off our debt faster, and figure out how to get ahead. The key to achieving any financial goal is to have more money. So, earning...
I was recently faced with the ultimate financial decision: Buying a new car. The intrigue and feeling of buying a brand-new vehicle is very exciting. However, the excitement starts to wear off after the fresh car smell is gone and you have made four to five auto payments. Some people ask, “Did I just make...
Back in 2010, I bought my first home. I was able to purchase my townhome through a teacher housing program made available the first year I was teaching. Fast forward a year, and I needed to fill out this affidavit that required a notary. My grandma, who had the ability to notarize my documents wasn't...
Are you someone who didn’t go to college, but you still want to make six figures in a career? The conventional wisdom of the late ’70s and early ’80s – go to school, get a degree, get a corporate job and make six figures – has changed with the emergence of the internet and entirely...
At one point a trip to Chipotle cost me $6 and some change. Then, before I knew it, my pilgrimage each Saturday to Chipotle was $15 with the addition of my amazing wife. And that is when it hit me: When we have kids, they will need food… and that costs money! Eventually, cutting off...
Go ahead, and ask a financial expert this question, and chances are you’re bound to get quite a few answers. Whether it’s the 10% gross income rule for monthly car payments and expenses or the 25% rule for purchasing a new vehicle, there is no one size fits all answer financial experts can agree on...
If you were born before 1999 there are just some things you will never forget from growing up in the 90's, things like: Dial-up internet America’s Most Wanted on Saturday nights The boy band craze (NSYNC is still the best). And when your parents ordered delivery pizza! I am not sure what it is about...
I will never forget the time I needed air for my tires on the morning of Christmas Eve. It was 2012 and I was visiting my now wife and meeting her family for the first time in Cleveland, Ohio. Cold, windy, and with ice on the ground I wanted to make sure I had enough...
If you're looking for one of the most legitimate ways to make $1,000 or more every month on the side, I would recommend a part-time sales job! While this might seem a bit unorthodox considering the gig-economy and all the different side hustle options that are out there, in my opinion, one of the quickest...
Let's face it… filing your taxes when you're self-employed can be a little tricky. There are several benefits of being your own boss, either as a business owner or a freelance worker. One of these is the flexibility when it comes to your work hours, as well as taking trips, the ability to work from...
When everyone was hoping 2020 was finally going to be their year, 2020 had different plans – like a toxic political climate, racial unrest, and a catastrophic in more ways than one Pandemic. Over 60 million Americans lost work, whether permanent or temporarily thus far, and the data from previous years speaks for itself. Still,...
Without a doubt, by the end of this article, I can teach you how to make $500 fast. Let's face it – who couldn't use an extra $500 right now? Imagine if $500 was just sitting in your bank account seven days from now. Talk about a sweet deal. (That is enough money to get...
I will never forget the time I had a super important document to mail. Hustling to the mailbox, accompanying me was my dog and my envelope was in hand, only to get to the end of the street to realize… I didn't have a stamp on the envelope! CRAP! I had to hustle to find...
Are you a teacher looking for the “Best Side Hustles for Teachers?” As a teacher, here is what I can tell you – we have more time off than just about any other profession out there, mathematically speaking. One of the big reasons I became a teacher, aside from impacting the lives of my students,...
The days of working long and hard still exist, but the results don’t go as far when it comes to providing you with the lifestyle you desire. In fact, more and more Americans are living paycheck to paycheck resulting in many asking, “How can I make more money?” Whether you're married, single, in college, in...
Looking for deals is what makes shopping fun. The bigger the sale, the better, similar to the thought – the bigger the TV, the better! Similar to how you buy coats after the winter season, stock up on golf supplies in the fall, and you always hit up appliance deals around Mother’s Day – there...
Making money outside of your full-time career has never been easier. In fact, just about every idea you could ever think of is now a genuine possibility for you to make money. Take, for example, Rent a Friend. I like to think of myself as a pretty social person; in fact, I have always seemed...
Looking for a list of some of the best off the book jobs? Everyone is always looking for the best ways to make extra money these days and it is important to recognize that the possibilities are limitless. With the internet, demand for labor, and the need for extra help – what you can offer...
Today, I will teach you how to start a power washing business that can make you money part-time or even full-time. What I will share with you is that most personal finance blogs and websites that discuss “Ways to Make Money” share the same information when it comes to starting a side hustle… Just as...
Please forgive me if this comes across as braggadocious, but I can teach you how to make 10 dollars fast (in the next 10 minutes) if you take this article seriously. Quick story. When I was in first grade I made a cool-quick $10 selling a piece of granite counter I found in the woods...
Cash paying jobs – who doesn't want one of those? While every job technically pays you money – typically in the form of direct deposit or check that can be cashed – there is just something special about cash in hand. You will want to make sure that you always have a source of income...
Have you ever wondered how other turkers are earning over $50 a day on Amazon MTurk? You may think that they put some tips together that they don’t feel like sharing. Perhaps you might be finding a way to figure out the truth behind those numbers. Well, you should know that it is 100% possible...
The 2020 Pandemic has created when it comes to mortgage refinancing is not what anyone could have predicted. In fact, according to a recent Bankrate study, 17%, or nearly 2 in 10 homeowners, have refinanced this year to capitalize on the historically low interest rates. When the COVID-19 virus hit in early 2020, one of...
12 Ways to make money and get paid today without a ton of effort or skill sets. Simply use 2-4 of these to make some quick money.
Over the past few years, financial literacy has increased due to the financial technology that is available to everyday people like you and me… or has it? Since the Great Recession of 2008, financial literacy has actually decreased! But part of that might be attributed to the fact that we have apps doing a lot...
Today I want to teach you effective and legitimate ways to make an extra $1,000 a month or more outside of your full-time job. Perhaps you are looking to make money to either supplement your income to help with bills, pay off your student loans, or so you can invest more money in the market....
The lawsuit loan industry is a real industry. Not to be confused with bail bonds or same-day cash loans, legal funding is reserved for plaintiffs looking to take legal action and need the funds to make it happen. Just like someone takes out a loan for a car, house, or a personal loan for some...
Everyone knows that in this day in age, creating passive income is a must. What seemed to be reserved for a select few in the past – generating passive income – is now more possible for anyone and everyone with stocks, real estate investing, and the internet. However, there is often a catch… you need...
You are on your smartphone every day and you most likely use tons of apps. That is a given. But when it comes to all the types of financial apps, there are plenty to choose from. In this article, we will review the different types of financial apps including instant cash apps, money management apps,...
Buying a car should be straightforward with internet car shopping, competitive pricing, and the ability to browse cars at your fingertips. However, that isn’t always the case. With the inception of COVID-19 in 2020, car buying in 2021 and beyond has changed. For better or worse, inventory, fuel efficiency, technology packages, and how we go...
Good credit is crucial to unlocking many financial opportunities in life. When you have a great credit score, you can get lower interest rates on car loans, credit cards, and mortgages. Some employers and landlords even check credit reports before making a job offer or approve a resident application and estoppel agreement. While developing a...
“Where can I get Cheap Passport Photos “Near Me?” I asked that exact question in 2013 before my first trip out of the country. I had never gotten a passport before, and when I went to apply for my passport, I was quickly surprised by one thing: I had to send my own passport photo in with...
Do you want to know how to sell a car fast? Right now, the used car market is HOT, and you most might think that selling a car should be a simple process. However, although people want to buy a car, selling your car can be stressful. Additionally, the process can feel complicated and time-consuming...
Making extra money of $100 a day outside of your career is a great goal if you start a business, are looking to work freelance, or have a side hustle. In 2021, the gig economy has exploded with more adults who want money fast and need additional income. Depending on how you look at it,...
How to delay gratification and have fun!
Maybe it’s just me, but what’s a playa supposed to do when his wife is busy shopping at the outlet mall? Besides playing on social media and thinking of all the things I would rather be doing other than wandering aimlessly from store to store, what is there to do? Sure, I could watch my...
So you want to know how to start a blog? With the world constantly changing and evolving, more and more people are realizing the benefits of creating other sources of income related to their passions. And what better way to do that than through blogging? Starting a WordPress blog can be a fantastic opportunity if...
Back in college, there was a time I really did need to know where to get a money order near me. I did something pretty silly on campus, resulting in a fine. I thought I was hilarious, but the university cop didn't think my antics were so funny, and he issued me a fine. When...
How To Pay Off Debt Fast: 25 Ways That Really Work Here is a list of ways to help you pay off debt fast in . Be sure first to figure out how much debt you owe and list each amount down individually by categories:
If I handed you an extra $500 every month for the next year, what would you do with the money? Taking the extra $500 monthly and paying off some debt, creating an emergency fund, or investing it says a lot about your financial mindset. On the other hand, if the first thought that popped into...
Not too long ago, I had a friend ask me if I would wrap my car to advertise his exterior remodeling business. He said he would pay for my car to be wrapped and pay me annually for doing so. I won’t lie, because I drive a simple car that isn’t glamorous; I was extremely...
Depending on where you live, there is a pretty good chance you want to winterize your home. Keeping your house warm, free of frozen pipes, and checking your heating system are just a few tips you should consider before cold weather moves in. Today, we will share some of our best home winterization tips to...
Like it or not, data collection apps, search engines, and various social media platforms are constantly collecting your personal data. Sure, you can go incognito to avoid it, but if companies are willing to pay you for your own data, why not earn extra cash? Big companies and data brokers are scrambling to get their...
