Whether you already own a rental property or are looking to get into real estate investing as a way to grow your wealth, you may be asking yourself this question. Should I use the property as a long-term rental or try short-term rentals on a website like Airbnb? If you’ve heard the hype that you’ll […]
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Can I Make Money as a Part-Time Real Estate Agent?
Whether you are looking for a new part-time job, considering a side hustle to supplement your 9-5, or thinking about investing in rental properties, you wonder if you can make good money as a part-time real estate agent. You’ve always been interested in real estate. Taking the preparation classes and getting your real estate license […]
How Can I Make (and Save) Money With Spring Cleaning?
While having a clean house and sprucing up your yard might be your goals, have you considered that you can make money with spring cleaning too? As you make your house sparkle, items you no longer use or need can be heading to a new owner by selling or donating them. You might even save […]
What are the Best Ways to Manage Money After Job Loss?
In some ways, it’s our greatest fear. Losing a job means losing financial security, the ability to pay bills, maybe even your home. Your job may currently feel stable and your career field always hiring. But a job loss can come without warning, seemingly out of nowhere. It’s always best to be financially prepared before […]
Compound Interest: What it is and why you need to understand it
Whether you’re an investor or a borrower, you’ll want to pay careful attention to the interest rate you’re earning or paying. Why is the interest rate so important? Other than the fact it becomes a source of income or the cost associated with you borrowing money, the calculation of interest rates occurs in different ways. […]
Passion or Profit? What is The Best Career Path to Follow?
Determining whether to prioritize the pursuit of wealth or personal fulfillment is perhaps the most critical aspect of choosing a career path, making a professional pivot, or pursuing an entrepreneurial idea. However, it’s not necessarily easy to pick which path to take. You need to pay your bills, but you don’t want to suffer from […]
Are Bank Bonuses a Good Way to Earn Money?
Trying to find ways to make extra money? Freelancing or working a part-time job is a good way to bring in some cash. Decluttering and selling items on sites like Facebook Marketplace, Offerup, or Poshmark is another option. Applying for credit cards with big sign-up bonuses could work – as long as you have a […]
Is Joining a Coworking Space Worth the Expense?
If you work remotely or have a home-based business, you may question whether working from home affects your productivity. While you thought it would be great to work in sweat pants and prep for dinner during a quick work break, maybe even throw in some laundry between client calls, you’re realizing it isn’t easy to […]
Job Burnout: What are the signs and how do you overcome?
You might have spent years in college preparing for a career. Or maybe you started a job out of high school and worked your way up to management. Or perhaps instead, you took an entrepreneurial route dedicating incredible amounts of time, energy, and money building a business. Few could question how hard you work to […]
How Can I Plan for a Successful Career Change?
Figuring out how you want to earn a living can be tricky whether you’re just starting professionally or you’re trying to pivot to a new vocation. There are so many potential directions to go in, each with their own set of pros and cons, and each with their individual requirements for entry. Your career will […]
Flipping a House: What Should You Know Before Trying It?
Flipping a house is a popular and legitimate way to make money in real estate, but there are many things you should know before you open that door, so to speak. When it comes to building wealth through real estate, flipping is one of the most talked-about strategies out there. Who doesn’t love the idea […]
What Are Some Drawbacks of Working from Home?
Ahh, the dream of working from home. The freedom, the flexibility, the ability to work in your pajamas. What’s not to love? Increasingly, more Americans are working all or at least part of the workweek remotely. Working from home makes life easier for many people – you eliminate your commute, reduce the need for a […]
What is the Best Advice for Returning to the Workforce?
Considering returning to work after some time away but not sure where to start? We’ve got you covered! Here you’ll find great advice for anyone returning to the workforce. You’ll also find the best specific returning to work tips for stay-at-home moms and dads, older adults, and those reentering the workforce after a layoff, termination, […]
Hustling for Money: How do I determine the best side gig?
The lure of earning extra money has you considering a side gig. But you’re still unsure if the extra cash is worth the additional time and effort. Plus, many days there’s not much ‘hustle’ left in you after a long day at the office or chasing after the kids. You could certainly benefit from the […]
Is a Work Sabbatical Right for You?
According to Forbes and Harvard Business Review, a work sabbatical could be the best thing for you, your career and possibly your current company. But what exactly is a work sabbatical? Quite simply, it’s an extended period away from your career. The desired and research-backed outcome is that you’ll return to work refreshed and inspired. […]
Do I Need a Living Trust in My Estate Plan?
While it’s sometimes thought that trusts are only for the wealthy, a living trust can be useful and serve as a practical tool for the rest of us, too. But what is a living trust? And how do you know if you need a living trust as part of your estate plan? Generally, estate planning […]
Contract or Part-Time, what is the smarter way to earn money
So you’ve been bitten by the side hustle bug and are considering contract or part-time work. You’re not alone. Experts estimate nearly 44 million Americans have a side hustle and nearly half of all millennials side hustle. But when it comes to secondary streams of income, not all jobs are the same. Some people might […]
How Much is My Employee Benefits Package Worth?
You just got the call you’ve been waiting for, and they offered you the job! Before you rush to accept, it’s important to make sure you know what you agree to. You may have discussed the salary in the interview but do you understand the value of the employee benefits package coming with the position? […]
Is an Advanced Degree the Best Idea? Questions to consider
Whether you are finishing up your undergraduate coursework or you have several years of work experience on your resume, earning an advanced degree such as an MBA or a Ph.D. might be on your radar. These oft-buzzed-about programs carry a considerable amount of prestige with them, and rightly so. Some of the most discussed programs […]
How Do I Negotiate my Next Raise or Starting Salary?
Do you find it difficult to negotiate a raise? Why do women have such a hard time asking for more money in job situations? A survey conducted by Glassdoor found 68 percent of women accept the salary they are offered and do not negotiate. We can do better. Know Your Worth Before Starting Negotiations Just […]
Going Freelance? Do these things before diving in
So, you’ve thought about it for hours. And hours. You’ve weighed the pros and the cons. You’ve made up your mind. Excitement is at its peak. You’re doing it: you’re going freelance. Your mind is probably racing at 100 miles per hour, and you think there are a million things you need to do before […]
Is a Finance Degree the Sure-Fire Way to Earn Money?
According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, business and financial operations jobs are expected to grow approximately 10 percent from 2016 to 2026. A rate faster than the average for all occupations. Great news for those considering a finance degree! What’s even better? These degrees help prepare you for a wide variety of career options. […]
Should I Quit My 9-to-5 to Freelance? [The Pros & Cons]
So, you’ve been hearing a lot about freelancers who are killing it, living the high life by being their own boss. That sounds mighty good, seeing how you dislike your job, right? But it may be wise to consider the pros and cons of your 9-to-5 job before you type up your resignation letter and […]
How Do I Avoid Work-From-Home Job Scams?
You’ve probably seen those signs by the edge of the road – Work-from-Home, Flexible Hours, $25/hour, Call Today! Or maybe you’ve searched online and found a job “hiring today” and claiming you’ll make up to $10,000 per month working from home on your own time! But are these legitimate work-from-home jobs or scams? A high-paying […]