I know, food prices are insane. Cliff Smith found a great way to save — and has eaten a lot of great meals in his quest.
5 legit ways to make extra cash on your schedule
If you’re sitting on a pile of cash sipping mai tais in Bora Bora right now, congratulations (and where’s my invite?). For the rest of us, making a little extra money never hurts.
People ask me all the time for an easy way to rake in the dough. Do those exist? Yes and no.
Creative side hustles are sexy but not a sure bet: A recent survey of 1,000 creators shows 55% of full-time employees make money on their side hustle in the first year. But 54% of them made under $10,000.
Lucky for you, I found a low-risk way to test drive the creator life, plus four other practical ways to make some money on the side.
Have a brick-and-mortar store?
If you have the crew to do it, become an Amazon Hub Delivery Partner. They drop off 20 to 50 packages a day for you and your staff to deliver. As for the pay, we’re not talking peanuts — this can add as much as $27,000 per year to your bottom line.
Have an opinion?
Sign up for paid surveys. Just do me a favor and don’t Google “paid surveys,” or you’ll end up on junk sites. User Interviews is legit. You may have to apply for several before you get approved, but they pay well. Content Queen Allie scored $40 for a 10-minute call.
The downside? They pay in gift cards, but Amazon and Visa are both options (and basically cash).
💸 Pro tip: A lot of survey sites or product-review options will make it seem like you’re gonna make a lot of money. Try this: Search for “Reddit” and the company’s name to see recent posts from real people. One company looked great, but a quick Reddit search revealed it was more like $50 for years of work. Pass!
Have property?
Rent it out. Here are two ways to do it without strangers stepping foot inside your house:
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3 reasons you shouldn't go another day without antivirus software
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If you don’t have antivirus software, you’re putting every internet-connected gadget you own at risk. Something as simple as an unchanged router password can be an entry point for an invader to shut down your phone or even taunt your children through a security camera or smart speaker.
WTH do I do now? Jim in Philly wrote to me because he downloaded an app that totally screwed up his phone — random ads everywhere. Sorry, Jim, but you need to do a full factory reset. It’s a royal pain in the rear, I know, but it’s the only way to ensure your phone is clear from adware and malware. After that, do like I do and get a solid AV software on your phone.
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Using free antivirus? Beware of companies that sell your data or even plant malware
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Saving money can be easy. Simple things like eating dinner at home more often than going to your favorite restaurant or skipping that daily $6 latte can really add up. You’ll have your next vacation paid for in no time.
How to find duplicate photos [phone/computer]
Running out of storage space or just sick of all the junk? I bet your camera roll is the main culprit. Here are a few tips and tricks for Apple, Android and Windows to organize and remove unwanted duplicates.
Tips for better iPhone battery life
Phone dying too fast throughout the day? Try one or all of these tips for more juice.
I didn't realize I pronounced this wrong
Basil, bazil, basl … Who cares? All I know is it’s delish.
How to find hidden GPS trackers
Nervous that there might be someone following you? Here are five ways to spot sneaky GPS trackers in your car.
What NOT to tell AI
AI is a great tool if you know how to use it … But there are some things you shouldn’t say to a bot. Kim has the lowdown on info to keep to yourself.
Guard your heart against love scammers
Clever uses for your old phone: Security camera, alarm clock, emergency calling
Most of us have a drawer full of old gadgets lying around. Letting them pile up and collect dust isn’t just a waste of money but also a missed opportunity. You’d be surprised by how many useful things your old phone is capable of. In this Komando DIY, we’ve got four things you can do with your old smartphones after you upgrade.
How to download maps to your phone (Apple and Google Maps)
Long road trips can be stressful if you’re going through places with spotty service. This hack will help you stay on your path no matter how many bars you have.
Gen Z is taking parents to job interviews
I can promise any Gen Z that if they walk in my office looking for a job and their MOM is sitting in the lobby…it’s going to be a no. Mommy can’t hold your hand through life kiddo!
Bowser, meet your new robot friend
OpenAI’s ChatGPT-4o can “think,” write and talk in real-time. Check out this video to see it in action. Listen to that laugh! Crazy stuff.
ChatGPT-4o is your kid's new math tutor
Boy do I wish this existed when Ian was in school! The founder of Khan Academy and his son test out OpenAI’s new tutoring tool. Pretty amazing stuff.
Fake your location to get the lowest prices: A friend of mine in Phoenix booked a rental car in the U.K. It was $955. I told her to try this trick. She used her VPN to change her location to the U.K. and the same car for the same dates was $322. Just another reason why you need ExpressVPN on all your devices. Use this link to get three months free.
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