I Have a Stalker. Will a Landlord Rent to Me Without a Background Check?

We must be out on July 1. My awkward money problem is I have a stalker. Therefore, I MUST stay private. I cant have credit or background searches done, because thats how hes found me in the past. But no one is willing to help us out. Do you have any suggestions? I cant allow any searches. It truly is a matter of my life. -C I can only imagine the stress youre feeling right now....

June 8, 2018 · 2 min · 387 words · Robert Simon

She Makes $45/Hour as a Massage Therapist — and All Her Clients Are Dogs

Margaret Taorminas massage therapy clients cant say thanks with a glowing Yelp review. But they give her feedback in other ways. Take 8-year-old Buddy, for example: He twitches his stubby bulldog legs. Occasionally, his eyes roll back into his head because hes fallen into a deep sleep. And he farts a lot. Gas is good when it comes to dog massage, Taormina says. It shows the dog is relaxed, and also that the toxins are working their way out....

June 8, 2018 · 4 min · 698 words · Gloria Maynard

How Two Women Poured Water in Their Purses — and Made $85K in the 1st Year

As a young person in San Francisco, Fallyn Smith goes to a lot of festivals and events. It was really frustrating when I was leaving a festival, stomping through plastic and knowing theres a solution. The solution she envisioned? Smith & Starr set out to create a hydration pack that is stylish as well as functional. Photo courtesy of Smith and Starr. A fashionable hydration purse. A way to carry water without wasting plastic or looking like youre going on a hike....

June 7, 2018 · 3 min · 608 words · Alexander Torres

How Failure Drove This 22-Year-Old to Launch a Successful Marketing Agency

Most 22-year-olds have crumpled up receipts in their wallets; Alicia Waldner keeps a stack of business cards. For Waldner, every moment is an opportunity. It seems like no one ever talks about the in-between. Waldner used online webinars and classes through sites like Lynda to learn the ins and outs of WordPress, SEO and coding for her business. Chris Zuppa/The Penny Hoarder Waldners in-between is full of 16-hour workdays, endless to-do lists and coffee....

June 6, 2018 · 3 min · 578 words · Jacob Rodgers

CVS Just Gave Its Beauty Club a Makeover, and You’ll Love the New Perks

Need an incentive to spend a little more time at CVS? Members will learn about exclusive offers and get birthday gift notifications via email or the CVS Pharmacy app. 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. In addition, the chain will host a monthly exclusive themed shopping event for Beauty Club members....

June 5, 2018 · 2 min · 216 words · Mrs. Melissa Martinez

Tell Your Favorite Soon-to-Be Newlyweds How to Win a $5,000 Macy’s Registry

They say the day you get married is the best day of your life. What they dont tell you is that the days and months leading up to it are not as special. Macys Win Your Dream Registry sweepstakes will make that happen for five lucky couples this summer. Then it gets rather overwhelming. Do I need a five-piece copper storage bowl set? What about a digital air fryer? Probably not as good as youd like....

June 5, 2018 · 2 min · 246 words · Amy Walker

Thinking About Selling Your Old Phone? Here’s How to Get the Most for It

I recently upgraded my phone to a better model, but my existing phone was only a year old. It took months to convince myself that buying a new phone was the right decision. At the very least, itll put a few extra dollars in your pocket when you need it most. Heres how to sell your phone and get the most money for it. 7 Ways to Make Money if You Hate People Do you avoid people too?...

June 5, 2018 · 3 min · 446 words · Jamie White DVM

Costco Wants You (Yes, You!) as a Member and Will Give You $145 in Freebies

Costco is a bulk shoppers playground. Its easy enough to split that up intofreezer bagsand enjoy having it on hand for a bargain. Thats an OK price for a years worth of bargains. (I probably save that much on ground beef alone. But thanks toLivingSocialandGroupon, you might now get your membershipplus$145 in free stuff and discounts. Is It Really a Deal? Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

June 4, 2018 · 1 min · 202 words · Pamela West

Don’t Let Time Pass You By: These Tips Will Make Working From Home Easier

My last day at a high-intensity magazine job was on a Friday. I started my new job as a work-from-home freelancer the following Monday. I couldnt wait to begin every work day in my pajamas. Carmen Mandato/ The Penny Hoarder So why didnt I have enough time to finish writing that 400-word article? Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

June 4, 2018 · 3 min · 590 words · Matthew Jones

This Remote Proposal Writer Job With Freckle Education Pays $20/Hr

Interested in a work-from-home job in education that doesnt require teaching? Freckle Educationis currently looking for awork-from-home proposal writerto join its business operations team. This is a part-time gig that pays $20 per hour. 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....

June 4, 2018 · 1 min · 162 words · Derek Reilly

Find the Cheap (and Good) Restaurants By Using This Search Technique

Finding my way through this new-to-me-place with my boyfriend, David, was the fun part. What wasnt fun: discovering that this city was significantly pricier than we anticipated. Wed been in Antigua for less than 36 hours when the reality hit. A cobble stone residential street with Volcano Agua in the distance. Photo courtesy of Jaclyn Schiff. Dinner was good, but kind of basic. We shared a large cheese pizza and a house salad....

June 3, 2018 · 2 min · 336 words · Katelyn Smith

I Have Big Dreams of Opening a Restaurant… and No Clue Where to Start

-American Dreamer Dear Dreamer, I love a good dream. But this one sounds like its in the early phases of development. Weve all had that friend who talks about their business idea theyve never actually tried to launch, right? Or the guy who swears hell be an overnight success one of these days? You have a dream. Do you have a plan? Its time to take off those rose-colored glasses and get real about your ambitions and your action steps....

June 1, 2018 · 2 min · 291 words · Timothy Rios

Most Cities Haven’t Seen Wages Grow Since 2009. Here Are 10 That Have

Wages just dont seem to be keeping up with the economy. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed. Honolulu ranks number 2 of cities where paychecks have grown the most since 2009. Tina Russell/The Penny Hoarder Well keep it updated as offers changes or expire. Slow or stagnant pay growth is partly due to rising inequality, Gould explains....

June 1, 2018 · 2 min · 275 words · Michael Long