Money

Your tech is about to get expensive

If you’ve been thinking about upgrading your phone, laptop or maybe finally grabbing that gaming console, here’s your sign: Do. It. Now. Not “next paycheck” now. But now. 

Get paid to stand in line for someone else

When I saw this, my first thought was, “That’s strange.” But I hate standing in lines. And what if you physically can’t do it but need to? Then yesterday, I read a story in the WSJ (paywalled) about what a nightmare DMVs are right now with everyone scrambling to get a new ID. Starting May […]

The $15 gadget that cuts your electricity bill

It’s only March, and we’re nearing 100 degrees in Phoenix. I’m already sweating, dreading my power bills. It got me thinking about the stuff in your house that’s sucking up electricity 24/7, even when it’s turned off. Phantom power may not seem like a big deal, but those little energy leaks can add hundreds of […]

The truth about Zillow’s Zestimate

Can you trust it? And if you’re selling, how can you make sure it actually reflects your home’s true value?

Insurance rates rising, here’s what you can do

My car insurance just jumped 32%. No, I didn’t get into an accident or rack up a few speeding tickets. Since 2020, car insurance rates have skyrocketed by 37%, and in 2024 alone, they climbed another 16.5%. Some states saw hikes of over 50%! Even if your ride isn’t fresh off the lot, you’re paying […]

Avoid these costly mistakes when sending money

Payment apps are handy, but there are some settings you need to be careful with.

Got a side hustle? Watch out for this tax change

A bunch of people are getting a new tax form. I’ll tell you all about the change the IRS has put off for years that’s finally kicked in.

Freebie alert: Apps that pay you to play

Legit apps that’ll pay you to shop, play games and take surveys.

Sky-high car insurance rates? Blame it on all the tech in our cars

Clever ways to save money on car insurance.

Carmakers will charge for anything, including your safety

New cars cost an arm and a leg, and now some are charging for these extras, too.

Tech to-do: Get your free credit report and look for these mistakes

When was the last time you checked your credit report for mistakes? Here’s how to get yours free and all the things to check for.

Looking for work? 5 mistakes that will hurt your chances of getting hired

Make LinkedIn work for you by asking for recommendations, highlighting your experience, avoiding indiscriminate connections and more.

Surveys that can make you a ton of cash (really!)

Check out these survey sites to earn up to $100.

Sick of QuickBooks? There’s a better way!

Are you drowning in spreadsheets? We have the solution. NetSuite by Oracle is the perfect alternative to QuickBooks.

Free online financial calculators to get debt under control, plan for retirement and see your net worth

Build wealth, control your debt, track investments and plan for retirement with these free online financial calculators.

Reader question: ‘What can I use instead of QuickBooks?’

Best software to keep track of your small business finances.

Job site comparison: LinkedIn vs. ZipRecruiter vs. Craigslist

Looking to hire your next superstar? Here’s why LinkedIn should be your go-to resource.

Smart ways to make more money and find new customers

Clever ways to increase revenue for your small business.

15 out-of-the-box ways to make extra cash from anywhere

Love walking dogs? Want to rent your extra rooms or even your pool? We searched the web and found some fun ways to make cash from your home.

5 free resources to grow your business

From MailChimp for free emails to Vistaprint for free business cards, here are the best free small business resources to take advantage of.