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Virtual Assistant: A Job Worth Your Time?
If you're a good fit for the work style, and know where to find the best jobs, being a virtual assistant has plenty of benefits, including great pay. There are now more than 4 million administrative assistants in the U.S. according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many of those are now virtual assistants. The outlook is good for the profession and the barrier to entry is low. A virtual assistant typically works from home and is hired on contract (not an employee). Virtual assistant can really do whatever is needed. Although most tend to perform tasks that lend themselves to the virtual world: online administrative functions email and calendar organization scheduling transcription event planning writing and … [Read More...]
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The Four Items You Really Need to Include in Your Estate Planning Checklist
Do you have a will? No? You are not alone. In fact, a RocketLawyer.com survey last year found that over 50% of Americans do not have a last will and testament. Even more troubling is the survey found that over 40% of Baby Boomers age 55 to 64 years-old do not have a will. This [...]
10 Ways to Meet Minimum Spending Requirements For Credit Card Bonuses
So you applied for that new credit card with the huge upfront spending bonus. Now you’re left wondering “how the heck am I going to spend $xxxx.xx in x months.” You might not have even made it that far. You may look at those upfront spending requirements (e.g. spend $5,000 in 3 months and receive [...]
19 Fun Summer Jobs for Teens and College Students
Do you (or your teen) have a job for summer yet? It being graduation season, I thought I’d share some common summer job opportunities for teenagers and college students to make extra money. Some of these I’ve done myself. Others are just some of the more common jobs you hear about. Be sure to share [...]
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10 People Using Vine That Are Making That Money
Looking to make a quick buck or earn extra money on the side? Here are 10 Vine* videos (each 6 seconds or less) with ways you can make some extra cash. *Vine is the new wildly popular video app from the folks at Twitter. 1. Clean out the garage and invite the neighborhood to your [...]
10 Hardcore Money Tattoos to Express Your Financial Self
Think you’re dedicated to earning more, spending less, and getting out of debt? How about getting a money tattoo to prove it? Here are 10 money tattoos from those who are (maybe a too little) passionate about debt, savings, and more. 1. He’s done with credit card debt and a mortgage. Forever. Image by BMEzine.com [...]
10 People Who Can’t Afford It Right Now
With so many people living beyond their means, being able to admit you can’t afford it is a good thing. But don’t use it as a crutch and don’t use it when you’re simply choosing to spend your money elsewhere. It’s more empowering and positive to say “I’m choosing to spend my money on something [...]
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PTM 008 – Making Extra Money by Selling Invisible Shoes with Steven Sashen of InvisibleShoe.com
In today’s episode of the Part-Time Money podcast, I speak with Steven Sashen of InvisibleShoe.com . We discuss how to start a shoe business. Steven stumbled upon a unique shoe product idea associated with a popular trend in the running world: barefoot running. Steven makes “invisible” running shoes based off of the traditional Mexican running [...]
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How to Sell Your House Fast By Focusing On These 3 Key Factors
Houses are selling fast here in North Texas. I hear stories just about every day of houses that are on the market less than seven days. Across the nation, home sales are up from last year, according to the National Association of Realtors. With Spring here, interest rates still low, and all the buzz about [...]
Deals of the Week: Graduation Gifts
Mailboxes overflow with graduation invitations and announcements this month. If it’s a big year for graduates in your circle of family and friends, it can be a bit of a financial strain. Luckily, there are some great gifts out there that won’t break your budget. Target’s Top Registry Items - While this list is obviously for [...]
Quick Money Tips: Life After Retirement
In today’s edition, we take a look at life after retirement. Many people look forward to retirement as a time to relax, travel, and be your own boss. It is a goal you work toward your entire adult life and something to enjoy. However, for many retirees, coming home from work and never going back [...]
What Happens to Your Debt When You Die?
True or false: You assume your spouse’s credit card debt after they die? FALSE! Many spouses are living in fear and worry that they will be saddled with the burden of additional debt when their loved one dies. Adult children are also finding themselves concerned about their parents’ finances as well. The good news is [...]
Mutual of Omaha Bank Review – A Full Suite of Online Banking Options
The city of Omaha sure has it’s name on a lot of products doesn’t it? Never having been to Nebraska myself, I would imagine the whole state is made up of banks, corn, burgers and steaks but there’s a lot of history in this city, and one of the most prominent American companies around happens [...]
The Gerber Grow Up Plan: Sound Investment or a Scheme for Suckers?
We can all recognize the adorable half-smile of the Gerber baby. It has been around long enough that today’s parents and grandparents who are feeding pureed carrots to their little ones once smeared that same Gerber brand baby food in their own hair. That longevity makes it one of the most well-known and trusted baby [...]
Deals of the Week: Mother’s Day Gifts
Mother’s Day is Sunday. If you haven’t gotten Mom anything yet, don’t despair; you still have time. And we’ve found some great deals for any budget and any Mom. Mr. Coffee Cafe Barista Espresso Maker - This is a great gift for moms who enjoy a cup of joe every morning. Amazon has it for only $199. [...]
Virtual Assistant: A Job Worth Your Time?
If you’re a good fit for the work style, and know where to find the best jobs, being a virtual assistant has plenty of benefits, including great pay. There are now more than 4 million administrative assistants in the U.S. according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many of those are now virtual assistants. The [...]
PTM 031 – How to Make Money on Craigslist Reselling Washers and Dryers with Mr. Craigslist Hustle
Today’s podcast features LaJuan Stoxstill-Diggs, aka Mr. Craigslist Hustle. He knows precisely how to make money on Craigslist. LaJuan was laid off a few years ago and instead of sitting around waiting for another job to fall into his lap, he started hustling. Not that kind of hustling. LaJuan figured out how to use Craigslist [...]
The Sandwich Generation: Don’t Go Broke Caring for Elderly Parents
Editor’s Note: Join me in welcoming Hank Coleman, new PT Money contributor and future certified financial planner. This week Hank is tackling the subject of caring for elderly parents. With Mother’s Day just around the corner, we thought it was a good time to address what to do if/when Mom and/or Dad need(s) financial help. [...]
Going Into Debt for In Vitro or Adoption: Is it Worth it?
Having children is a luxury a lot of women and couples experience on a daily basis. However, for others it’s a difficult struggle. There are many factors why couples might not be able to have the family they long for, but one of the biggest considerations is the financial aspect. Most moms-and dads-to-be won’t have [...]
Pros and Cons of the 15 vs 30 Year Mortgage
Until about 2005, I never realized there were any mortgage terms other than 30 years. In addition to the fact that I’d never been in the market for a house prior to 2005, there were some excellent reasons for my ignorance. First of all, the 30-year mortgage came into being after the Great Depression—prior to [...]
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