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7 Highest Paying Fiverr Gigs Will Make You Want To Quit Your Day Job
Fiverr was founded in February 2010 by Micha Kaufman and Shai Wininger and made to be a platform for freelancers. Contractors can choose from a variety of online services such as transcription, multimedia production, and software development. Freelancers can pitch their services to contractors for as low as $5 and they can earn up to… Read more
The 3 Biggest Reasons Americans Can’t Save For Retirement
What if, when you first started working, someone handed you an exact blueprint on how to retire with millions of dollars? Would you be able to make the necessary sacrifices to save and invest? Or would you spend your 20s, and possibly your 30s, spending frivolously trying to keep up with the ever-so-famous Joneses? Well,… Read more
The Pros And Cons Of Living At Home With Your Parents To Save Up For A House Of Your Own
Living at home with your parents as an adult can actually be pretty sweet. Think home-cooked meals, built-in emotional support, and a sense of stability in a world that can feel pretty chaotic. Sure, there are challenges to living with family, but there’s also a lot to love about it. Whether you’re binge-watching your favorite… Read more
Study Finds 72% Of Renters Think They’ll Never Have Enough Money To Buy A Home
To many Americans, the American Dream of home ownership is quickly becoming an American pipe dream. Homeownership has long been considered a cornerstone of the American Dream. A roof over your head that you hold the deed to is a symbol of economic security and upward mobility, representing the promise of stability and a better… Read more
Single Mother’s Budget Sheet Goes Viral, Shows How Hard It Is To Get By On $20 An Hour
In the era where social media often presents a skewed image of financial success and luxury lifestyles, a single mother’s candid disclosure of her monthly budget on Facebook has sparked widespread discussion and reflection. With an income that combines her diligent work at $20 per hour, totaling $3,000 after taxes, and $400 in child support—a… Read more
‘How To Get Rich’ Star Shares His Best Piece Of Wealth Advice For People In Their 20s
Reflecting on your 20s with regret (of any kind) can be a bitter pill to choke down. This period of life marks a time when youthfulness reigns, and making the most of the moment is a top priority. However, striking a balance between work and life that will enable you to reminisce on your 20s… Read more
Revealed: The Most Hated Transaction, Banking And Processing Fees in America
Fees, fees and more fees. Paying ridiculous and unnecessary fees is as American as hot dogs and apple pie. In a recent survey conducted by Fund Rocket, Americans dish on the most hated fees we have to deal with day to day. We love to focus on creating more income streams, but minimizing expenses and… Read more
This Couple Retired Before 40, Here’s Exactly How The Did It
Want to retire before 40? Who doesn’t?!? Not everyone wants to wait until they’re a senior citizen to stop working and live the retired life. If you want to stop working sooner, decades before your peers, you need a plan for how much money you’ll need and a strategy to hit that number. “Your plan… Read more
6 Secrets That TV Shows Don’t Tell You About Flipping Houses
House flipping is seen by many as a ticket to the American Dream – financial success and upward mobility. The idea of buying a fixer-upper, renovating it, and reselling it for a profit is alluring. If you’re willing to hustle, it’s a way to make big bucks in a short period of time, all without… Read more
A $4 Million Net Worth By 32? Here Are 5 Strategies One Man Used To Do It In 10 Years
One of the smartest things you can do in your 20s is to start thinking about your future. Not just from a career standpoint, but from a saving and investing standpoint as well. Starting early, is the key to your financial success. The difference between starting to invest when you’re 22 vs. 30 is MASSIVE…. Read more
Study: Half of Americans Would Go Broke in a Month If They Lost Their Income
Imagine this: half of America standing precariously on the edge of a cliff, with the slightest gust of financial misfortune ready to blow them into a canyon of bankruptcy. Sounds dramatic? That’s the stark reality for many, according to a recent poll. According to a new study on financial goals by Clever Real Estate, a… Read more
Study: America’s Love Affair with Pickup Trucks Continues, Despite Hefty Price Tags
In an era where technology, fashion, and tastes seem to change overnight, one thing remains consistent: America’s passion for pickup trucks. There’s no denying that for many Americans, the pickup truck is more than just a mode of transportation—it’s a statement of identity, lifestyle, and values. This sentiment is deeply rooted in the nation’s ethos… Read more
NFL Player Arik Armstead Gives A Line-By-Line Breakdown Of His Paycheck
It’s not everyday that you get to look directly at a professional athlete’s pay stub. That’s probably a good thing since a single paycheck is more than most of us make in an entire year. That’s sobering. In one game, they make more than you make in 52 weeks. Recently, Arik Armstead took to social… Read more
75% Of Homebuyers Are Unprepared For These Unexpected Expenses In First Year Of Owning A Home
Buying a home can wipe out your hard-earned savings. The lack of emergency funds can be a major issue if your new home needs unexpected repairs that the seller didn’t inform you of. A new study revealed the potential pitfalls that homebuyers need to be prepared to encounter. A survey from Home Advisor explored the… Read more
This Low-Cost Home Improvement Can Deliver A 484% Return On Investment
If you are attempting to sell your house and your property needs multiple upgrades, you may not have the budget or timeframe to accomplish all the home improvements. You may have to prioritize the home improvements by time and price. One relatively simple and quick home upgrade can deliver a whopping 484% return on investment…. Read more
Here Is The Minimum Wage In Every State In America In 2023
Minimum wage in America is all over the map. While many states have increased the wages for these workers, a lot of states are still adhering to the Federal Minimum Wage ($7.25) or lower. As you will see below, some big cities even have different minimum wage requirements than the states they are in. We… Read more
More Than Half Of Americans Say They’d Lose Everything In A Recession
Recession feels like it’s a word that’s on the tip of everyone’s tongue. Here’s a test: When’s the best time to start emergency savings for financial hardships that can occur in a recession? Yesterday. When’s the second best time? Today. There’s a ton of back and forth from the powers that be about whether or… Read more
6 Proven Things You Can Do To Build Wealth
Everyone wants to be wealthy. And while the principles to building wealth are easy in concept, it is not always easy for people to change their mindset. This post will lay out, in the simplest terms, 6 proven things people can do to build wealth. Save for winning the lottery or inheriting a lot of… Read more
Is $1,000,000 Enough Money To Consider Yourself Wealthy? It’s Complicated
“A million dollars isn’t what it used to be” – Someone, somewhere. Probably. Let’s be honest. If you have $1,000,000 in liquid assets in a brokerage account or otherwise you are doing pretty well. But are you “wealthy”? Is $1,000,000 your freedom number? When you really think about it, you can only be free, truly… Read more
Four California Cities Lead The Nation In Most Expensive Price Per Square Foot
“Size does matter,” they used to say. But in the real estate dance of the last few decades, it’s the price per square foot that’s tangoing its way into the spotlight. The U.S. real estate market, in its infinite wisdom (or lack thereof), has found yet another way to pull the rug out from under… Read more
How Much Money Do You Need To Be Happy? There’s A New Number And Its Risen By A Lot
“Money can’t buy happiness” is a well-known adage that we’ve heard time and again. Yet, deep down, most of us believe that a little more money could make us a little happier. But how much money do we really need to be happy? How much money do you need to be happy? For decades, researchers… Read more
5 Myths About Millionaires That You Should Stop Believing
Although the value and purchasing power of a dollar isn’t what it used to be, becoming a millionaire is still a monumental financial step. There is a stigma attached to reaching millionaire status that gives you a sense of financial security. But for a lot of people, they still see a million dollars as an… Read more
Certified Financial Planner Explains Why We Need To Ditch The ‘Ostrich Syndrome’ When Rethinking Our Money
Ever felt like your bank account suffers from a midlife crisis every two weeks? Welcome to the club. In an age of endless digital temptations and the lure of instant gratification, our bond with money has never been more fractured. It’s not just about the balance (or the all-too-frequent lack thereof); it’s about our relationship… Read more
How Mega Successful Steve Jobs Made Meetings Productive Again
Steve Jobs died on Oct. 5, 2011, at age 56 following a battle with pancreatic cancer. One of the greatest lessons that Jobs imparted on the rest of the world before he passed away was meeting management. Inc estimates that companies lose $37 billion each year based on numerous meetings mistakes. The report notes that… Read more