I have a friend who enjoys horse racing. Well, to be precise, I have a friend who enjoys betting on horse races. When we go to Las Vegas, we like to spend an afternoon at a sportsbook. We pool our money and he picks a few races. On any typical trip, we sit down with […]
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Is your teen asking you for extra cash for new clothes, shoes, or a new phone? Whether you’re a teenager looking for a job, or a parent looking for ways their teen can make money and learn essential life skills, we’ve got some great ways for teens to use their talent and skill to earn […]
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When peer to peer lending platforms like Prosper and Lending Club first appeared, people went crazy for them. It was a new asset to invest in and people were analyzing them to find an edge. “Investing” in unsecured personal loans sounds risky but with it being so new, no one knew exactly how risky. The […]
Does the Southwest Rapid Rewards Priority Credit Card Make Sense For You?
Southwest is my favorite airline. A few years ago, I got their business and personal Chase credit cards, scored Companion Pass, and we haven’t looked back since. As they’ve added new international locations (and Hawaii!), the value of Companion Pass has only gone up. Chase and Southwest have partnered up to offer an even bigger […]
A Detailed Review of Survey Junkie for 2018
Wondering if Survey Junkie is legit or a scam? When I first heard about it, I had the same thoughts. There are a lot of survey companies out there and some of them aren’t worth your time. Others are. If you’re like me, I bet the name threw you off. But when I dug a […]
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Whole Foods gets a bad rap for being expensive. But you know what? It’s one of the best places to shop if you want quirky, health-conscious ingredients. I’m 3,000% basic, so Whole Foods is my go-to store for finding more exotic ingredients. I’m basic, sure, but I’m not made from money. Fortunately, there are ways […]
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There is so much downtime during the day. Whether it’s waiting in line at the grocery store or waiting to pick up a friend, wouldn’t it be great to turn that waiting time into money making time? That’s why survey sites are so great. Why not get paid few bucks to answer a few questions […]
How to Fill Out a Form W-4 (2018 Edition)
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The internet, and your office watercooler (what an anachronism!), is littered with stories about how so and so made a bundle selling their home or some hot stock investment. Just the other day, I was talking to a reporter about how my holdings in Southwest Airlines are up 637% over the like 7-8 years. That […]
How to Get Global Entry or TSA PreCheck for Free
We have three young kids so we don’t fly a lot. But when I do, maaaaan, I love TSA PreCheck. This post will tell you which credit cards will give you Global Entry and TSA PreCheck for free. A few years ago, my lovely wife signed me up up for TSA PreCheck and it’s been […]