Love flying the friendly skies? Maybe you should consider getting your pilot’s license—a pilot job shortage is projected to seriously shock the aviation industry in the next two decades. As air travel continues to grow, employment as a pilot is…
For most of us, the idea of making six figures doesn’t sound too shabby. But here’s a depressing factoid from Business Insider: Making $100,000 doesn’t put you in the top 1 percent, no matter what age you’re at. Basically, $100,000…
While one woman faked an engagement for wedding discounts, real brides can get many legitimate bridal freebies and samples for the big day.
If you think most get-rich-quick schemes are scams, you’re probably be right. But there are some tried and tested strategies that can actually make you a millionaire sooner than you might think. Check out these four strategies, backed by real-life…
We’ve all heard the phrase “finding a diamond in the rough.” One woman took the phrase literally, and developed a lucrative treasure hunting strategy. In fact, Jesse Gernigin made a whopping $9,000 on her flea market finds, and now she’s…
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Getting paid to sleep? It sounds like a fantasy, but it could be your reality if you sign up for paid sleep studies in your area.
When Walmart announced last year that it would be discontinuing its price match program at certain store locations, customers were understandably concerned.
Jetting off to a European beach seems like the ultimate dream—but it also sounds like it could cost you a pretty penny. But luckily, we're here to help.
So you've finally started working and managed to save up a little cash. But with so many goals competing for your attention, what should you prioritize?
If you did the math, do you think you could survive on just $2 a day for food? This woman tried it, and here's what she discovered.
Have you ever wondered how big your savings account would've been 100 years ago? Here's what $100 was worth in every decade since 1920.
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Believe it or not, there are dozens of careers (and millions of jobs) that pay high salaries and full benefits—but don't require a bachelor's degree.
If you dream of traveling but don’t believe it fits your budget, check out these tips that could help you score cheap—and in some cases free—lodging.
Unfortunately, while it takes a lot of small, smart decisions to grow your wealth, it only takes a few mistakes to derail your efforts.
Take a look at the tags on your clothing, and you’ll find that hardly (if any) of them will say made in the USA. Your inexpensive, trendy clothing might look good on you and feel easy on your wallet, but it can come…
Is your grocery budget out of control? Before making big changes, you might want to check out what other family's grocery budgets are like.
If you were thinking about booking a basic economy ticket to save money on your next flight, you might want to think again.
There's a simple budgeting trick that can help you avoid spending almost 8 percent of your take-home pay this year, and we promise you'll barely notice!
If you want to stay on top of your finances, you have to know where your money is going. The best way to do that is to find a method of keeping track of how much you bring in and…
Nobody likes moving. It’s expensive, daunting and exhausting. But that doesn’t mean you have to trash your budget to do it. Here are some common ways people waste money on moving. Don’t fall into these traps the next time you…
Considering there are just about 7.3 billion people in the world, your chance of keeping your identity to yourself isn't great.
Go out to the ballgame. Buy some peanuts and Cracker Jacks. Before too long, that night out at the ballpark gets pretty expensive.
If you’d rather spend your hard-earned money at your destination (rather than the airport), it might be worth making a few tweaks to your travel routine.
Living in a college dorm is a pricey endeavor – usually around $10,000 or more. When you weigh all the pros and cons, is a dorm worth it?
Apple is getting into the smart speaker market with the HomePod, the company’s first entirely new product in three years. It’s a relatively young hardware category made popular by the Amazon Echo. Now, more tech companies are rushing out their…
You probably already know paying with cash is a good way to manage your money. But making purchases with a debit card might be even better.
Paid time off, health care, a 401(k) and ... student loan repayment? Be sure to ask about this benefit the next time you look for a new job.
If you've been invited to a wedding or two (or more!) this summer, the thought of giving pricey gifts could have you feeling stressed.
Microwave cooking is all the rage, and it’s easy to see why. It’s cheap, easy and fits perfectly into our busy schedules. Save the five-course meal for when you have friends over. When you just want to curl up in…
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Payless has released a list of 122 additionals stores slated for closure. The shoe retailer filed for bankruptcy and closed 400 stores earlier this year.
For some creative minds, a cruise can actually be an affordable long-term living solution. Here's how some are taking to the high seas and saving money.
Janet Lombardi ended up deep in debt, while her husband, who she later divorced, was sent to prison. Here's how she got back on her feet.
Whether you're an Uber or Lyft driver or just need to keep track of your driving for an expense report, these free mileage tracker apps are here to help.
Are you the 1% or the 99%? If you've ever wondered what percentage you're in, financially, there's now a simple way to calculate that.
It costs a lot of money to go to weddings nowadays (about $700). Here are three tips to make sure you can enjoy wedding season without going broke.
Paying for shipping and handling often leads to a cancelled order. Why is it that $6 can dissuade you from a $50 purchase? These stores offer free shipping.
Fast-fashion retailer Forever 21 has launched a new line of affordable and stylish bridesmaid dresses that are available in select stores and online.
Our rapidly aging population could put some extra money in your wallet—up to $40 an hour in some cases. Here's how it works.
Nordstrom's half-yearly sale is on now through June 4, which means you can save up to 40 percent off apparel, shoes, accessories and more.
Fights about money are one of the leading causes of divorce in America. A third of couples say they get into it about money at least once a month, according to Ameriprise Financial. But money fights are rarely about the…
Iconic clothing company J.Crew is making a change—and you're going to like this one! It's lowering prices to draw customers back into stores. Here's why.
Being a stay-at-home parent has many benefits, but it also means living on a single income. Here's how to make it work.
Here are some of the extreme things people will do to save a couple extra bucks. From eating roadkill to dumpster diving, you're likely to be grossed out.
Summer’s almost here, so beware the brightest of sunlight! To protect your eyesight, the most important recommendation you need to follow is to wear sunglasses that block ultraviolet radiation whenever you go outside during daylight hours, according to the National…
Millions have watched the YouTube tutorials. But should you bother building your own air conditioner? Is it actually worth the time and money?
There are a number of ways you can save money on food when traveling, and if you're really clever, you can find ways to not pay for food at all.
So you recently tied the knot. Now comes the hard part—living as a married couple in the real world. And that includes managing your finances.