26 everyday things you can ‘flip’ for a profit
Flipping for cash is one of the easiest-to-start side hustles. Anyone can do it, and you can literally start right now; you will make money from day 1. Perhaps you have some things to sell that are […]
26 tax deductions for college students & other young adults
Being a young adult can be stressful. If they’re still in school, they may be working hard to graduate with top honors. If they’ve already graduated, they’re just starting out in their careers and learning […]
Here’s how to max your savings at Aldi
My husband (Mr. Wealthy Nickel) tracks all of our expenses and categorizes them. When he forces me to look at our finances (not my preferred activity) I can admire the colored graphs and pie charts […]
Top 30 states with mortgage foreclosures for March
Despite the economic fallout and job loss from the pandemic, the number of U.S. properties with foreclosure filings in March was 11,880, down 75% from last year, according to ATTOM Data Solutions. This is likely thanks […]
Got a side hustle? Here’s how to avoid costly mistakes
If you’re thinking of starting a side hustle, you’re in good company. According to a survey by VistaPrint, 27% of respondents reported having a side gig. Whether you’re a college student or a retiree, earning extra […]
19 ways to use your tax refund to build wealth
For the fiscal year 2019, the IRS issued over $452 billion in tax refunds to nearly 122 million Americans. Who largely spent it on passing pleasures rather than investing toward improving their lives long term. With tax […]
A guide to lender-paid mortgage insurance
Homebuyers have a variety of conventional mortgages to choose from. The element most have in common is private mortgage insurance—usually required when the down payment is less than 20% of the home’s value. In some situations, […]
New analysis reveals real impact of COVID-19 on small businesses
QuickBooks commissioned economist Susan Woodward to uncover how COVID-19 has affected the finances of small businesses throughout the U.S.1 Woodward’s analysis uses net bank deposits — in other words, how much money is going into […]
Do you live in a state with a rude-driver problem?
For many, the experience of driving creates a feeling of anonymity. Protected inside the pod-like confines of our car, we may begin viewing the world outside as an observer, rather than as a participant. This […]
The best & worst states for buying a home right now
With interest rates at an all-time low, more Americans are looking to buy a home this year. Whether you’re shopping for your first home, upgrading, or moving to a new city, it’s important to be […]