Fetch That Ideal Veterinary Job at This Virtual Job Fair on Sept. 27
It’s a job fair that’s virtually gone to the dogs. And cats. And other assorted animals. The Veterinary Career Network is hosting a virtual career fair on Thursday, Sept. 27 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m....
View ArticleGet Ready to Pay More for a Better Seat on United and Southwest Airlines
Get ready to pay more for airline tickets. Again. United and Southwest are the latest airlines to add fees that will boost the cost of flying — if you are at all particular about where you sit. Later...
View ArticleThis is How to Tailgate Like a Hall of Famer — Even if You’re on a Budget
At long last, football season is back, and you know what that means. It’s time for some tailgating. Time to throw down in the stadium parking lot. Time to play some sweet tunes and grill some meats....
View ArticleThis Couple Proves You Can Reach Your Financial Goals, $5 at a Time
In December 2017, my husband walked into our living room and made this declaration: “We should save all our $5 bills for an entire year.” I was shocked to hear these words come out of his mouth....
View ArticleDon’t Miss Out on Potential Awards From These Class Action Lawsuits
A wide variety of categories are covered in this month’s array of class action settlement opportunities. If you received unwanted phone messages from Art Van Furniture, paid unexpected fees on your...
View ArticlePatrice Banks’ Auto Repair Shop Is More Than a Business — It’s Her Mission
When Patrice Banks was an engineer at DuPont, she occasionally spoke to groups of girls to encourage them to pursue careers in science, technology, engineering and mathematics — STEM fields. She found...
View ArticleThis Unique Auto Repair Shop Offers Special Services and Advice for Women
Patrice Banks used to be the type of woman who felt like she needed a man with her when she took her car to a mechanic or bought a new car. “[It] wasn’t a very empowering position, considering I’m an...
View ArticleHands-On Work: Your Potential to Heal as a Massage Therapist
Winona Bontrager is passionate about her career in massage therapy. In fact, she likes to think of her trade as a gift to the tired, the sore and the stressed out. “I love working with people...
View ArticleWatch Free Videos Online to Save Money on Car Repairs and Maintenance
Taking your car to the auto shop is like getting dental work done. Many people avoid it for as long as they possibly can. But when it comes to visiting a mechanic, the pain isn’t physical. It’s...
View ArticleFrom Pop Up to Online: How This Woman Made Her Way in Plus-Size Fashion
Camille Newman was in a dressing room when she realized the “freshman 15” had turned into the “senior year 70.” She was in college in the early 2000s and, after being asked out on a date, decided to...
View ArticleFinding a Job Is a Tough Job in Itself. Stick to a Schedule to Stay on Task
So you’re out of a job. Maybe you had enough of your boss and quit, or maybe your boss asked for your key card and had the security guard escort you out of the building. Either way, it’s time to start...
View ArticleHoly Guacamole! This Study Will Pay You to Eat Avocados for Six Months
“Yes, I know guac is extra” is basically every avocado lover’s life motto. But in an interesting turn of events, instead of forking over an additional three bucks for that green goodness, someone will...
View ArticleChick-fil-A Wants You to Eat Mor Chikin Nuggets for Free Through Sept. 29
If there’s one thing Chick-fil-A loves more than being closed on Sundays, it’s giving out free chicken. Sometimes it makes you dress up for it, wake up early for it or even wait in line for days. But...
View ArticleHow This Dad Raised His Credit Score 230 Points — in 8 Months
Tyler Milliken used to make a six-figure salary as a contractor delivering RVs and motor homes across the country. He’s the first to acknowledge he spent all his money on toys and fun. “I would just...
View Article14 Tips to Get Through College Without a Load of Credit Card Debt
Finally. It’s what you’ve been waiting for. You’re headed off to college and freeing yourself from the yoke of your parents’ demands. No more chores. No more getting grounded. No more unfair rules....
View Article9 Simple Ways to Set Aside $900 for Holiday Shopping Before December
We Americans celebrate the holidays in style, with Christmas trees, sugar cookies… and credit cards. The average American spends more than $900 on the holidays each year, according to the National...
View ArticleHow to Make Money by Investing in Companies That Aren’t Totally Evil
Investing. If you’re like me, you think about it a lot. You’d like to do what every successful (read: wealthy) person says and “make your money work for you.” The problem is, it seems like you need a...
View ArticleParents of Young Children Struggle to Pay the High Cost of Day Care
Cassidy Weyel grew up with a stay-at-home mom but knew she’d want to continue working after having a baby. What she didn’t realize was just how much she’d be paying for child care. Weyel was halfway...
View ArticleUp, Up and Away Go Checked Bag Fees as United Matches JetBlue’s Price Hike
Last week, JetBlue AirWays increased its checked bag fees by $5, making it the highest in the industry. Five days later, United Airlines followed suit. Now, both airlines charge $30 for the first...
View ArticleOctober 31 Is the Deadline to Enter This $30K Scholarship Essay Competition
Election Day is two months away, and the Veterans of Foreign Wars, or VFW, has two timely contests that will make reflecting on the importance of voting and patriotism worth some lucky students’ time....
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