Honestly, people with 20/20 vision dont know how blessed they are. They dont have to spend hundreds of dollars on contacts or glasses. They dont have to worry about scheduling their annual appointmentright on timebecause their prescription is running out. But its not all doom and gloom for those of us with bad eyesight. And if you need a new prescription? you’ve got the option to do an online eye exam through 1-800 Contacts for free....

It didnt take her long to sell her home in Detroit. What her list of wants didnt include was a price tag of $455,000. But thats what her dream house was listed for. DIY:How to start an Airbnb She knew this house was too good to pass up, so she decided to go for it. It took years of making financially savvy decisions and saving strategically. Heres how she got there....

So how are we supposed to know whats true and what isnt? And is it really possible to avoid replacing them? If you think you know about batteries, throw everything you know out the window. Im about to blow your mind. The future is here, and its a world where its OK to leave your phone plugged in overnight. You might just save some money in the process. What jot down of Battery Does My rig Use?...

The latest class-action settlements involve nuisance text messages, robocalls and toxic flooring. The TCPA prohibits businesses from sending advertising text messages to consumers cell phones without the consumers prior consent. Youll need to be prepared to provide the cell phone number that received the texts. Chris Zuppa/The Penny Hoarder Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

Dubbed Uber OOH, the pilot program is the companys first foray into the advertising business,Adweekreported. Uber is partnering with ad-tech company Adomni to install out-of-home (OOH) ads atop Uber drivers vehicles. Picture the lighted signs atop old taxi cabs promoting lawyers and pawn shops. This is the modernized version. Once the program expands, the payment will shift to an hourly model. No Interest Til Almost 2027? Their expertise with mobile vehicle digital out-of-home networks and programmatic ad sales is compelling....

Oh, the dreaded annual bill. Forking over $12,000 for your kids private school bill all at once seems unrealistic. Even paying 200 bucks for a subscription box renewal can be a tough pill to swallow when moneys tight. However, paying a bill upfront instead of over time is often the best move for your budget. Well explain why and provide some advice on saving up to be able to do it....

Ever wonder how people get invited to advance movie screenings? If youre like me, youve assumed such events are reserved for VIPs and members of the media. The truth is, anyone can get free tickets to early movie screenings. Film studios regularly give away tickets to create positive buzz and press before the official release of a film. Why are the studios giving these tickets away for free? Public screenings listed on Gofobo are open to everyone until tickets run out....

Here we are in a brand new decade. Doesnt that sound like such a cool, rad, futuristic time? Where are our flying cars and robot butlers, anyway? Seriously, though: The future is now. Things are changing fast. Ask yourself this: Are you falling behind the times? Are you still handling your money the same old way? Cmon, cmon, you gotta keep up. And, hey, making these moves could save you a whole lot of time and even money....

My husband and I always knew we wanted to grow our family through adoption. Still, we made it work. Fast forward a few decades: I have 10 children, six of whom are adoptees. Michele Fried and her Husband Chuck Fried, far left, pose with their 10 children. Photo courtesy Michele Fried Yes, its true: Adopting a child can be expensive. Depending on the specifics of your adoption, fees can range anywhere from $0 to over $40,000....

When looking in the mirror, many of us would like to see straighter teeth. No, were not necessarily vain. We just want to feel more confident and make great first impressions. What can you really do about it, though? Braces, on average, cost about $5,000 and require countless trips to the orthodontist. And who really wants a mouth full of metal as an adult?Ugh. Candid will fit you with clear aligners that cost $2,600lessthan your average set of braces....

Like everyone else, David Edwards has a cell phone. And like everyone else, his cell phone bill was bleeding him dry. Then his son told him aboutTwigby. It was worth a try, right? Is a $24/Month Cell Phone Bill Too Good to be True? At first, Edwards felt hesitant about ditching Verizon. But that nagging $185 monthly bill finally pushed him to make the switch. No Interest Til Almost 2027? Balance Transfer = Credit Card Cheat Code...

One persons trash is another persons treasure, and for Pat Martinek, its become a second career. She makes beautiful garments and pieces of artwork out of discarded dog hair. While there, she learned traditional weaving and spinning techniques using raw fibers. Pat Martinek spins dog hair into yarn, which she will then use to weave a blanket. Christie Post/The Penny Hoarder Martinek loved the process, and ended up taking classes in college....

Real Answers for Life’s Money Challenges I own two homes. I live in one. My second home is rented to my nephew, his wife and two kids. They are current on their rent. They have no lease. This home was meant to be my retirement money. They spent the money and did not buy the house. Long story short, their credit is 591 and they are now not capable of buying....