Personal finance articles related to earning money in various ways including traditional employment, side gigs, and entrepreneurship, as well as active and passive investments.
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 to…
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 its own set of pros and cons, and…
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…
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…
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…
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…
According to 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…
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…
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…
You just got the call you’ve been waiting for, and they offered you the job! Before you rush to accept, it’s essential to know what you and your prospective employer agree to. You may have discussed the salary range and bonus opportunities available in the…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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!…