Earn, Save & Live Smart
Being financially fit starts with making and saving money.
Whether it be through a career, a side job, or earning money doing the things you are already doing like earning rewards for shopping or earning a few bucks for taking a survey, making sure money is coming in the door is the right place to start.
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Passive Rewards & Income (Doing the Things you are Already Doing)
Listed below are all our articles on making money, or select the category you are interested in above for more specific articles.
Life comes at you fast, and so do expenses. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to make $800 fast enough to cover that bill or last minute vacation you’re planning. These tips and tricks aren’t a one-time money grab either. These methods are legit ways to start up a side hustle or passive income stream … Read more
Flipping, or buying something and then reselling it for greater value, is one of the oldest money-making methods in the books. But, a lot of people think you need a lot of money to start this side hustle idea. However, it’s possible to start with a relatively small amount of money and to gradually grow … Read more
Maybe you want to buy a new video game that’s coming out, or to pay for an upcoming grocery trip. Or, maybe you just want to reach a new daily income goal for yourself. Whatever the case, there are numerous ways to make $60 in a day if that’s the goal you’re going for. With … Read more
If you’re working for Instacart, chances are, you probably do most of your shopping in the same area. But, if you travel frequently for work, are moving, or just want to explore another area of your city, you might be wondering: how do I change my Instacart Shopper location? There’s actually a few misconceptions about … Read more
In recent years, there’s been a rise in different gaming reward apps that let you make money by playing mobile video games. If you’re a frequent mobile gamer, apps that pay you to play games sound like excellent news. After all, you can basically earn passive income for the time you spend gaming! One of … Read more
When it comes to delivery gigs that pay well, Amazon Flex is certainly at the top of the list. But, if you’re reading this post, there’s a good chance you’re stuck on the Amazon Flex waiting list and aren’t able to drive yet. Waiting lists are an unfortunate reality for many gig apps, and sometimes, … Read more
If you’re currently driving for DoorDash or are thinking about becoming a driver, you probably know that you have some expenses to account for. You can make great money doing DoorDash, but DoorDash doesn’t pay for gas, and you’re also on the hook for things like vehicle repairs and depreciation. But, if you could track … Read more
When you think about using Reddit, you might think about finding funny memes or keeping up to date with the latest news. But, did you know it’s also possible to make money using Reddit? Reddit, also referred to as “The front page of the internet,” hosts 330 million active users, and it actually has an … Read more
Ask Wonder is a research platform where researchers can work as assistants for people and teams who need help solving specific tasks. Unlike many websites that pay you for giving advice but are more general, Ask Wonder covers specific research topics and relies on experts to get the job done. So, if you’re a strong … Read more
So, you’re trying to boost your monthly income, you apply to become an Instacart Shopper, and bam: you encounter the Instacart waitlist. If this sounds like your scenario, you’re not alone. Instacart has been on a hiring spree for the past few years, but now, many markets are saturated. This results in new shoppers encountering … Read more