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Housing is one of the most important ways to gain security for yourself and your family. Unfortunately, rent is getting more expensive, and many needy families struggle to keep a roof over their head. Housing Choice Vouchers, also known as Section 8 Vouchers, are one of the most popular public assistance programs in the country, … Read more
It seems like everything costs more than it used to. Trips to the grocery store and gas station are taking bigger bites of our wallets. We’re all looking for ways to save money. Do you shop online? Do you eat out? If you answered “yes” to either of these questions, then you can save money. … Read more
Imagine making your own hours and being your own boss. All it takes is a U.S. driver’s license and a mid-sized car to start making $18-25 an hour! Sound too good to be true? We have the good, the bad and the ugly to starting a side hustle with Amazon Flex. The Current Job Market … Read more
Have you reached that point where you’re bored with life and want a fresh start? Many people have felt that way in their lives. Whether you’re 18 and just graduated from high school, fresh out of college, in your 30s, suffering from empty nest syndrome or just tired of your current, a new life in … Read more
Best Teeth Whitening for Sensitive Teeth Looking good comes at a cost. Women often go through great pains to pluck eyebrows, remove unwanted hair and strut around in high heels. Another beauty pain: teeth whitening. Whitening your teeth is not as painless as it sounds. Strips, gels, mouthwashes and toothpastes often contain peroxide, which can … Read more
Shopping is an activity enjoyed by many people. However, buying the things you need can be a challenge if you don’t have a lot of money and your credit is less than perfect. That’s why there are rent-to-own stores like FlexShopper. FlexShopper is a store that allows you to get what you need now, but pay later. You … Read more
As we all have experienced, debt is easy to accumulate but hard to pay off. This is especially true if you have experienced financial difficulties along the way, such as job loss, pay cuts, medical expenses, unexpected bills and other situations that have blown apart your budget. To get back on track, we are often … Read more
If you like getting money – and who doesn’t? – then you may be considering joining a cash back rewards site like eBates. Many online shoppers use eBates to get 25 percent or more back on purchases from various retailers. Plus, you can use coupons to maximize your savings. However, there are some things that users don’t like about eBates. The site has a … Read more
This weekend, I’m participating in a fundraiser for a cause that’s close to my heart. Over the course of the evening, a few dollars may pass from my pocket to the cause, but most of my contribution will be in the form of time and effort. Even without big bucks, my help will make a … Read more
Money Lessons from a Frugal Traveller Anyone who travels knows just how expensive it can end up being. Between transportation costs, dining out, visiting tourist attractions, and housing; it all really adds up. Luckily, there are quite a few ways to save money and still have a blast while traveling. Here are 8 money lessons … Read more