With This New Service, Your Car Can Earn You Money When You’re Not Using It

you’re able to rent out your home on Airbnb. Why not rent out your car? The service is integrated into Maven, a car-sharing app that lets users rent GM model vehicles. 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 might easily return later....

July 30, 2018 · 1 min · 123 words · Heidi Baxter

What’s a Kindermoon? Something You Don’t Need to Spend a Bunch of Money On

A few months ago, my 3-year-old daughter was watching cartoons when a commercial came on television. I didnt even know what a kindermoon was. 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. Now, Im all for celebrating your childrens milestones. Your preschooler starting kindergartenisa big deal....

July 28, 2018 · 1 min · 195 words · Brett Howard

Dreaming of a Job Outdoors? This Guy Works as a River Guide in Idaho

Its difficult to get in touch with Hardy Bender. Its not uncommon for weeks to go by without hearing from him. Just got some signal. Bender has been a guide on the Salmon River in Idaho for four years. His boss is a friend of his father, who was a river guide in Utah for 10 years. Photo courtesy of Hardy Bender Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

July 27, 2018 · 3 min · 535 words · Marissa Sanford

Get Your Wet-Naps Ready: Sunday is National Chicken Wing Day!

Few foods are as mighty, messy and marvelous as the chicken wing. Theyre even good plain, or naked, as youll see them scandalously advertised on some menus. Heres where to head for bargain wings. The offer is dine-in only. Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings. But what if your car breaks down, or you have a sudden medical bill?...

July 27, 2018 · 1 min · 192 words · Jesse Romero

We’re in College. We’re Newlyweds. We’re So Broke. Where Can We Turn?

My husband starts classes in the fall full time, as well. We are barely making ends meet on my income. My doctor wants me to cut back my hours, but we cant afford it. We dont want to file for bankruptcy, and were trying not to go on any government programs. Any advice for a couple off to a bit of a rocky start? S. Dear S., Getting married is challenging....

July 27, 2018 · 1 min · 205 words · Michael Hogan

Is a Monthly Lyft Pass Worth the Price? It Depends. We Do the Math For You

Having one fixed cost for the month could help frequent ride hailers stay on budget. Lyft has been testing out options to provide just that. The company started experimenting with different versions of a Lyft Pass subscription plan earlier this year. If the rides over $15, you pay just the difference. Riders pay the full price of their trips after exceeding 30 rides in one month. Probably not as good as youd like....

July 26, 2018 · 1 min · 178 words · Frances Bryant

12 Weeks Off Work Without Pay: How I’m Preparing for Maternity Leave

Only 12% of American workersare elibigle to take 12 weeks of paid leave through their employer. Unfortunately, I am not one of them. In 2015 after the birth of my daughter, Rose I was able to take seven full weeks off. Catherine Hiles, her husband Ben and her daughter Rose pose for a photo. Photo by JLT Photography I negotiated with my employer to work part time for five weeks after that before going back full time....

July 25, 2018 · 2 min · 374 words · Keith Ward

Is the Cost of An Electric Car Worth It? We Asked an Expert

In my case, convenience won out and I bought a 2016 Subaru Outback to accommodate my familys needs. Back then, there werent many electric vehicle options that would satisfy my need for cargo space. But buying electric over gasoline tends to come with a higher sticker price, which can be off-putting. magnetcreative/Getty Images Over time, though, can electric vehicles actually save you money over gas-powered ones? Up-front Costs Electric cars range in price from affordable to are you kidding?...

July 25, 2018 · 3 min · 506 words · Tracy Nelson

This Woman Invented Heating Pads to Ease Her Pain — Now She Sells Them

When Kate Sauls was in a car accident in 1993, her life changed in more ways than one. She not only suffered a severe injury but also developed the idea for a business. I run around telling people that my business was started by accident from an accident, Sauls says. The front end of the tire folded up underneath. My foot got caught beneath the tire and the electric brake assembly....

July 24, 2018 · 3 min · 481 words · Michael Phillips

Veterans Helping Veterans: Tips on How to Find a Fulfilling Civilian Job

In reality, getting a desk with his name on it has been a challenge. But he realized he needed more education to get where he wanted to be. So, he resigned from his job to focus on pursuing his studies. Steven Howell is a veteran and a freelance writer and editor in Valrico, Fla. His advice to veterans who are transitioning back into civilian life: “You’ve done nothing but sacrifice yourself for this country so ask yourself where do you want to be in five or 10 years?...

July 24, 2018 · 3 min · 508 words · Alison Richardson

Here’s Why I’m Swapping Out Some of My Drugstore Makeup Products

When it comes to makeup, Im always trying to find a good deal. You know that metaphor about money down the drain? Yeah, I feel like theres some truth to that here. I have my favorite, go-to brands and products. Ive tested and tried my way through Targets beauty aisles. No Interest Til Almost 2027? I mean Ive started to wonder what ingredients are being used in my favorite drugstore makeup....

July 23, 2018 · 3 min · 456 words · Melody Reed

Here’s a Quick Way to Snag a Free $20 Amazon Gift Card

Weve found an exciting way to get free money today. (Bonus: This will help you keep an eye on your money, too.) For example, once youve set it up, it keeps track of your net worth in real time. Heres how to grab a free $20 Amazon gift card: 1. Sign up forPersonal Capital using this link. Add your financial account(s) to your Personal Capital dashboard. No Interest Til Almost 2027?...

July 20, 2018 · 1 min · 158 words · Debbie Hopkins

My Husband Doesn’t Care That His Student Loans Will Keep Us in Debt Forever

Real Answers for Life’s Money Challenges I married my husband knowing about his student loans. I didnt dive right in to address them, because I was under the impression he was handling them. Weve been married almost four years now, and after he asked me to help, we consolidated them. He would rather not discuss them at all. Should I pour all my resources into helping pay this off in the interest of us?...

July 20, 2018 · 2 min · 410 words · Sean Johnson