Say Goodbye to Full-Price Ebooks: Here’s How to Use BookBub to Save

When I unwrapped my new tablet, I was quick to download a bunch of ebooks. How Does BookBub Work? I checked mysteries, nonfiction and young adult. Each afternoon, BookBub sends me a customized email with a list of discounted books in my chosen genres. The highest price Ive seen is $4.99 for an entire series. Publishers pay a fee to submit their books to BookBub and be included in the daily email....

May 27, 2020 · 1 min · 202 words · Andrew Gill

Credit Limit Lowered? 4 Things You Can Do Right Now to Fix It

But as economic uncertainties abound, credit card companies have been reducing available credit to limit their own losses. What can you do if your credit limit has been slashed? (Wait, what is your credit limit, anyways?) Were here to help. How to Deal With a Credit Limit Decrease Did your card issuer lower your credit limit? Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

May 26, 2020 · 3 min · 431 words · Erin Atkins

Finding a Job Is a Tough Job in Itself. Stick to a Schedule to Stay on Task

So youre out of a job. Either way, its time to start looking for new employment. You are in essence working for yourself. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too? Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff. The diary is a way to make sense of the chaos during the job hunting process. Start each day with a goal of completing five positive acts, Zimmerman says....

May 26, 2020 · 2 min · 355 words · Christopher Quinn

How to Protect Your Finances From an Abuser During the Pandemic

Note: This article does not contain any depictions of physical or sexual violence. But we cant tell you whats best or whats safe for your individual situation. Youre the best at assessing your own safety. Getty Images Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed. Go ahead and start now, but be sure to bookmark this post so you could easily return later....

May 26, 2020 · 1 min · 173 words · Kayla Wilson

Should You Sign Up for Instacart? Our Honest Review Will Help You Decide

The concept behind Instacart is simple same-day grocery delivery and pickup. But is Instacart worth it? Youll be taken to a new page with several featured savings at the top. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too? Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff. Instacart will honor coupons found at the top of that page or in the expanded Savings section....

May 25, 2020 · 2 min · 330 words · Donald Butler

Warning: People Who Don’t Do These 5 Things Have Less Money

We all want more money, right? But heres the thing. Watch out for these warnings. Want to see if you’ve got the option to win money at it? A free app calledSolitaire Cashlets you play for real money up to $83 per win. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed. Well keep it updated as offers changes or expire....

May 25, 2020 · 3 min · 470 words · Thomas Scott

Dear Penny: What Can You Do if Your Stimulus Check Came Up Short?

Real Answers for Life’s Money Challenges My daughter was single when she filed her 2018 tax return. In 2019, she had a child and also was married in August 2019. Their accountant e-filed their joint 2019 tax return on March 28, 2020. They both received stimulus checks based on their 2018 statuses, it appears. My daughter received $366.60 on April 15, and her husband received $1,200 on May 6. Any advice on this issue?...

May 24, 2020 · 2 min · 269 words · Nathan Snow

Get Paid to Help Seniors Sheltering in Place as a Papa Pal

Grandkids on-demand are more in demand than ever. The expansion is creating a slew of virtual side gigs now available nationwide. Gen Z and seniors are the two loneliest age groups. The tagline grandkids on demand was a natural fit. So, by definition, isolation is obviously more prevalent now, Parker said. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too? Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff....

May 22, 2020 · 3 min · 440 words · Anthony Jones

IRS to Take Stimulus Check Calls. Good Luck Getting a Human to Answer

But on May 18,the IRS announcedthat it is starting to add 3,500 telephone representatives. It isnt clear from the news release what the actual time frame is for bringing customer service reps on. The announcement says the reps will answer some of the most common questions about Economic Impact Payments. This post refers to stimulus checks issued in 2020. For the most up-to-date info, check out ourrecent tax articles. Its listed on the letter the IRS mails you within 15 days after your payment is processed....

May 21, 2020 · 2 min · 275 words · Kevin Saunders

Skip the Grocery Store. Get a Week of Dinners Delivered to Your Door for $4.99/Meal

Truth be told, Ive never really liked going to the grocery store. Its always such a chore. But now that the coronavirus pandemic has flipped our lives upside down, my feelings have changed. The smoky BBQ pulled chicken sandwich is one of the meals offered with EveryPlate. Photo courtesy of EveryPlate Now I downright hate it. Back at home, I give a shot to make my stockpile last as long as possible....

May 21, 2020 · 2 min · 425 words · Linda Stewart

Strategies to Stay Fed and Save Money Amid Rising Food Prices

The latest casualty of the new normal? Costs for meats, poultry, fish and eggs alone were up 4.3%. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too? Sharon Steinmann/The Penny Hoarder Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff. Count on lower supply to drive prices up then try these alternatives. Going veggie doesnt have to mean giving up protein or going hungry....

May 21, 2020 · 1 min · 207 words · Sherry Perry

Need to Boost Up Your Savings? Here Are 8 Ways

Putting away a little money every month is always a good idea. But giving your balance a healthy bump can be a great motivator. Here are eight ways to boost up your savings. Do the Pantry Challenge Make a list of all the food you have. Thats the premise of thepantry challenge. Put the money you would have spent on more groceries into the bank. Probably not as good as youd like....

May 19, 2020 · 3 min · 440 words · Ms. Dawn Blackburn

You Can Now Take Amazon Workshop for Sellers Online from Anywhere

The coronavirus forced the schools to shift from in-person classes to online, or postpone them altogether. But its good news if youre interested in learning how to sell on Amazon. Its a different format than we originally planned, but I think its also easier to consume. The Penny Hoarder contacted all six colleges about their plans for the workshops. Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

May 19, 2020 · 2 min · 348 words · Julie Haas