A few months ago I published my guide on how to escape thepaycheck-to-paycheck lifestyle. Well, youre right. And since Ive been meaning to sell my old iPhone, I thought Id start there. They are cell-phone buyback companies that will give you an instant cash offer for your cell phone. Sure, theyre easy and instantaneous. To get started, useEbays handy calculatorto see the true value of your cell phone. I recently tried this with my old iPhone 5....

Isnt that freaking awesome! How else can you so easily earn $1,425?! American Express offers a 3-2-1 rewards tier systrm. you’ve got the option to redeem points for merchandise, gift cards or travel. In addition, you’re able to transfer your points to another rewards program. 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?...

Every little bit helps! No Interest Til Almost 2027? So, yes, Christopher! We think you should start investing with just $100. How to Start Investing With Just Your Phone This is where it gets a little trickier. Did you know? All of a sudden your $100 investment is only worth $80 before you even get started. We suggest looking for a more affordable way to invest, like theStash app. If youre investing under $5,000, youll pay a $1 monthly fee....

One of the most underutilized resources many of us have is our home. Here are a few ways to take advantage…. 1. How often will they be allowed access their space? What will they be allowed to store in their storage space? Will you be legally liable for their stuff? Probably not as good as youd like. It always seems like an uphill battle to build (and keep) a decent amount in savings....

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Welcome to 2014!! Like every year, the holidays did quite the number on both my bank account and waistline. But, I can help you make a little extra cash this month. 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. Pretty easy, huh? you’re free to choose electronics, jewelry, household items, and even toys for the kids....

Waiting for the doctor. Waiting for the subway. Waiting for your Starbucks coffee. One study suggests that on average, our waiting times add up to 62 minutes a day! So, how do you use this time? I take surveys, complete trial offers, participate in bank bonuses, you name it. One of these little offers I just completed was fromBetterment.com. Enough small talk.Here are some waysto earn extra cash, without all of the social stuff....

This Fridays edition of Weird Business Ideas is an oldie, but a goodie. Thank you to Amber over atTeen Money Making Ideasfor reminding me of this very inspiring little girl. Back in 1993, Abbey Fleck became famous for her Makin Bacon kitchen tool. That little invention eventually garnered the family a distribution agreement with Wal-mart and sent Abbey to multimillionaire status. Millions of bacon consumers needed a healthier way to cook bacon that didnt leave it soaked in grease....

To write about hoarding pennies on a blog called The Penny Hoarder?! He literally spends hours rolling coins, and he is on a first-name basis with the local bank tellers. Why his obsession with pennies? Well, its not just any pennyMr. Henry only collects those that have been manufactured before 1982. This is because pennies made before 1982 were produced using 95% copper. No Interest Til Almost 2027? Balance Transfer = Credit Card Cheat Code...

If youre like many Americans, you sit down every month and make a rough budget. You didnt spend excessively. You tried to stick to the budget. Why is it so hard to get ahead financially? Did You Make This Budgeting Mistake? For the last year or two, the above scenario has occurred in my family every month. We stuck to the budget; we didnt spend excessively. Simply put, we didnt plan for recurring annual or semi-annual bills....

You all saw Ace Ventura. Believe it or not pet detectives are a real thing, and the best ones can command big bucks! Some even employ CSI-like techniques including forensic evidence gathering, DNA testing and video monitoring. No Interest Til Almost 2027? It sounds appealing right? Check it out here!

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Parents are worried about the quality of their childrens education. Schools are testing all age students more frequently, and college prospects have to pass placement and scholarship tests. No wonder the demand for tutoring is growing. Thats good news for your business, but also for your competitors. Your success depends on smart, strategic marketing. This includes a successful email marketing campaign. Fortunately marketing can be very affordable, and fun, too....