Most of us never take a second glance at the pennies in our wallets. In fact, a lot of people think of the one-cent coin as something just taking up space. However, there is a particular penny in circulation that is worth way more money than all of the other change you have combined.  The…

Every year, the pre-Christmas buying frenzy seems to start earlier and earlier. No longer do the Christmas trees go up in stores and shopping centers on December 1 — these days, they’re likely to make an appearance before Halloween. And with that extended Christmas buying season comes greater temptation to buy, buy, buy — which is, of course,…

If you’ve recently lost your job due to COVID-19 — or if you’d simply like to pad your savings — now’s the time to find a flexible way to make money without interacting with other people. The key words here? Without interacting with other people. The coronavirus has us cooped up at home, feeling a…

Who hasn’t dreamed of winning the lottery and all the things they’d do with such a huge chunk of change suddenly hitting their bank account? Even when the odds are stacked against us, the idea of a life-changing amount of cash is just too good to not at least give it a try. While waiting…

We all make mistakes with our money. We just do. Let’s not kid ourselves. But in these uncertain times, it’s more important than ever to make sure you’re not your bank account’s worst enemy. The good news? This may be easier than it seems.  Here are eight common financial mistakes people make — and what you can…

You enjoy helping others because it makes you feel good, but pros point out that doing kind acts can also help you trim bills and earn cash! Here’s how. Buy a gift that gives. “You can earn money on a gift purchase and give to charity without spending an extra cent! How? Before shopping online,…

From writing emails to transcribing interviews, these women are making serious dough — without punching the clock. “I bring in $15 an hour sending emails!” “When the online business my husband and I own started to slow down, I needed to find a way to make money. Since I have back problems and can’t stand…

Keeping yourself within a budget can be difficult no matter how old you get or what you do for a living. As I started looking for tips on how to keep my spending in check, one simple trick stood out from the rest: the 10-second rule. The concept, which I initially discovered on the Simple…