Love Knitting? Earn Cash or Free Yarn as a Test Knitter

As a preteen, I discovered knitting and devoted hours each day to improving my hobby. Mybabysittingmoney was quickly spent issues ofInterweave KnitsandFamily Circle Easy Knitting, where I drooled over the latest patterns. And, for me, it certainly beat babysitting! Test Knitting in the 21st Century The knitting scene has changed since the late 90s. Knitters can sign up for her master list of testers and be contacted when she has a new project....

December 31, 2014 · 2 min · 243 words · Catherine Green

Download These 2 Free Apps & This Company Will Pay You $50

Heres a quick money-maker. Its not a ton of money, but it is an easy way to make $50 or more. And the best part is, you dont have to do anything. Just leave the apps on your phone and theyll send you a check…. 1. Nielsen Mobile Panel for iPads (Up to $50/Year) You know the company that tracks TV rating? Well, apparently they also want to measure the popularity of websites and online videos....

December 28, 2014 · 2 min · 284 words · Daniel Brown

Enjoy Teaching Kids? Start a Business Tutoring Home-Schooled Students

We all remember those days when we would have loved to stay home from school. But what happens when staying home still means you have to go to school? Brothers and sisters pull up a chair and wait for the lesson to start. While a parent often handles the teaching, thats not always the case. What is Home Schooling? Home schooling often gets a bad rap as a substandard alternative to public school....

December 26, 2014 · 2 min · 321 words · Madison Haley

Live Near Amish Country? Start a Taxi Service Business Helping Non-Drivers

Do you own a reliable vehicle? Could you give rides to people who dont own cars? Do you live near an Amish or traditional Mennonite community? I previously reported on aused appliance seller in Canadawho often sells to traditional Mennonites. His willingness to deliver the goods clinches the sales, because his customers dont drive. This sparked an idea could providing rides be a business of its own? Do People Make Money as Amish Taxi Drivers?...

December 25, 2014 · 2 min · 303 words · David Velazquez

Fix Your Car for Less: 8 Simple Ways to Save Thousands of Dollars on Car Repairs

Recently, my 18-year-old Toyota Corolla was giving me the flux. It seemed like everything was going wrong at the same time. First, my car failed the emissions test. That same day, my battery light came on and refused to go off. Then my water pump broke. Auto repairs can cost you tens of thousands of dollars in parts and labor. And the older your car gets, the more itll likely cost you....

December 24, 2014 · 3 min · 455 words · Daisy Monroe MD

Calling All Geeks: How to Run a Dealer’s Table at Comic and Sci-Fi Conventions

How do I know this? Dont apply to San Diego Comic Con during your first year as a dealer! Therell usually be an system form which you could fill out to get your table. Its as easy as that! 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. Chain mail jewelry, dragon plush toys, custom sketches,latex masks, even self-published paperback books....

December 22, 2014 · 2 min · 248 words · James Williams

Need Some Frugal Inspiration? 8 Money-Saving Ideas From Around the World

When it comes to saving money, theres a whole spectrum of strategies. But do we really? But some ways they stretch their rupees, quetzals and yuan might just give you an aha moment. Could you add some of these money-saving tips to your frugal repertoire? Forage for Food Nature provides all sorts ofedible plants, and too often they go unnoticed and unused. These wild treasures added delicious flavors to their cooking....

December 19, 2014 · 2 min · 325 words · Isabel Hayden

Take Your Work on the Road: 3 Tips for Launching a Mobile Business

Remember when food trucks were radically new? It took some convincing for passersby to be sure their meals would be safe as well as delicious. But what if you could buy a new dress from a truck? Maybe some fabric or yarn, or a pair of shoes, a bouquet of flowers or even cigars? Its happening.Rolling boutiques are a growing wave of small businesses. Could you imagine taking your small business on the road?...

December 17, 2014 · 2 min · 376 words · Karen Brown

Become a Local Tour Guide: 4 Websites That Connect You With Tourists

But you no longer have to convince travel agencies to recommend your services or design and print fancy brochures. And some guides make up to $60 per hour showing people the sights. Heres how four of the online tour guide platforms work. 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....

December 15, 2014 · 2 min · 426 words · Katherine Scott

Start a Photo Booth Business: You Could Earn $500 a Night or More

Who can resist a good photo booth? What was once a cheesy high-school date activity has become one of the staples of the40-billion-dollarwedding industry. Creative entrepreneurs are taking note of the photo booths resurgence in popularity. Photo courtesy of Lamphouse Photo Co. Could you run a photo booth business? Heres how to know if owning a photo booth could be a fun and lucrative option for you. Why Run a Photo Booth Business?...

December 11, 2014 · 2 min · 324 words · Andrew Lee

So You Finally Paid Off Your Debt. Now What?

Then it sinks in. Youve got extra money. Youve got hard-earned dollars that you dont owe to your creditors anymore. What should you do when youve finished paying off your debt? Celebrate Your Accomplishment Washington, D.C. real estate agent Rachel Choate wanted her debt gone quickly. Our team has compiled alist of creative waysyou can fatten your bank account this week. This is a long list, so dont get overwhelmed....

December 10, 2014 · 3 min · 481 words · Tina Taylor

Would You Pick Up Dog Poop for Cash? How to Become a Professional Pooper-Scooper

Im Fangs master, says the man, to which Mitzi replies, His what? Fang looks at Mitzi and says, Hes the guy who picks up my poop. Heres what youll need to know to break into the poop-scooping business. Getting Started as a Pooper-Scooper Aspiring pooper-scoopers can take several paths. You just need a vehicle to get you to your clients homes, apooper-scooper tooland some plastic poop bags. No Interest Til Almost 2027?...

December 9, 2014 · 2 min · 220 words · Rachel Pitts

Budget-Friendly Wine: Where to Find Cheap Reds, Whites and Roses

But how do you find a decent wine option without blowing your budget? What brands taste good despite their low prices, and which are just plain cheap? Where can you buy wine for the lowest prices? Alexandra Vincent/The Penny Hoarder Heres a guide to saving money on wine. Does Your Bottle Need a Cork? Before we get to the specific bottles, lets talk about what keeps them closed. Despite what many people think, a cork doesnt always signify better taste or a better wine....

December 8, 2014 · 2 min · 418 words · Melissa Schmitt