Hot Dogs Have a National Holiday: 6 Places You Can Celebrate on July 18
While the origin of the hot dog is debatable, there’s no denying its place in American cuisine — especially during the summer months, when it makes its way to grills in backyards across the country....
View ArticleIf You Drive Uber, You Could Be Getting a Hefty Check (Average Is $222.96)
Some Uber drivers may get extra cash soon, but it won’t come from taking on extra fares. Last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) settled a complaint against Uber for allegedly exaggerating the...
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Help Others While Making Money with These 3 AmeriCorps Programs
When I graduated high school, I wanted to join the Peace Corps. Rather than being stuck in English 101, I envisioned myself teaching it. I knew that I wanted to do something meaningful with my time...
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Here’s How This Couple Makes Money While Traveling the World Full Time
Dianne Minardi has always had the urge to travel. She credits her parents for inspiring her wanderlust — when she was really young, her parents uprooted her and their five other children on a whim to...
View ArticleWhistle While You Work: Disney World Is Filling Jobs (With Bonuses)
Want to work at the Happiest Place on Earth? As part of a summer hiring event, Disney World is holding a housekeeping job fair, and it’s offering new hire bonuses of $1,250 to all you Snow Whites out...
View ArticleThis New Program Gives New York City Residents Free Entry to 33 Museums
New York has joined a growing list of other U.S. cities with libraries that offer free passes to museums and botanical gardens. The passes are a particular bargain in a city where adult tickets have...
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Take These Tips From 3 Mermaids on How to Cast a Net for Your Dream Career
Every mermaid has her tale. Hannah Fraser, Linden Wolbert and Marina Anderson may all be sirens of the sea, but each has her own hook for making money as a real-life mermaid. Anderson swims in a...
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From Banned to Bru: How This Couple Runs a Growler Bar in Florida
Along Gunn Highway in the small town of Odessa, Florida, nestled among subdivisions and colorful strip malls, there’s an A-frame sign with two magical words: Beer Inside. From the outside, it looks...
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Here Are 5 Important Business To-Dos to Stop Pushing to the Back Burner
Whether you run your own business or hustle on the side of your 9-to-5, I’d venture to guess you have a mile long to-do list. As the founder of a communications agency, a blogger and writer with a...
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Here’s Why I’m Swapping Out Some of My Drugstore Makeup Products
When it comes to makeup, I’m always trying to find a good deal. This has a lot to do with the fact that I really enjoy wearing and experimenting with makeup — and go through so much of it so quickly —...
View ArticleHyundai Offers a New Way to Shop for Cars with Digital Showroom on Amazon
Just when you thought Amazon couldn’t get any bigger, you can now shop for a car on the e-commerce site. Hyundai recently partnered with Amazon to create a digital showroom where potential car buyers...
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Veterans Helping Veterans: Tips on How to Find a Fulfilling Civilian Job
When Cameron Bobbitt Sr. started to prepare for life after the military, he figured his transition to civilian life would go off without a hitch. Bobbitt, 45, a retired U.S. Marine Corps Gunnery...
View ArticleDo You Really Have What It Takes to Succeed at Working From Home?
Until two years ago, I’d spent my entire career in roles where face time was required — or at least expected — during regular work hours. In truth, I never thought much about requesting to work...
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This Guy Gets Paid to Swim With Sharks (It’s Not as Scary as It Sounds)
Editor's note: This post was originally published in June 2017 and has been updated. “Oh man!” Captain Bryce Rohrer exclaims, pointing toward the water. “Spotted dolphins!” He’s behind the wheel of...
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This Woman Invented Heating Pads to Ease Her Pain — Now She Sells Them
When Kate Sauls was in a car accident in 1993, her life changed in more ways than one. She not only suffered a severe injury but also developed the idea for a business. “I run around telling people...
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Is the Cost of An Electric Car Worth It? We Asked an Expert
Two years ago, I test drove a Nissan Leaf at the Chicago Auto Show and I fell in love. The car drove smoothly and quietly, and I started thinking about how awesome it would be to own one. In my case,...
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12 Weeks Off Work Without Pay: How I’m Preparing for Maternity Leave
Only 12% of American workers are elibigle to take 12 weeks of paid leave through their employer. Unfortunately, I am not one of them. In 2015 – after the birth of my daughter, Rose – I was able to...
View ArticleDrive Away With a Free Amazon Gift Card When You Rent a Car From Avis
Flying somewhere for a little rest and relaxation this summer? You’ll probably need a rental car when you land. And if you’re a frequent Amazon shopper, you’re gonna love this deal. With Avis’ new...
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These Money-Saving Ideas Will Help You Nurse — or Bottle Feed — for Less
When I was pregnant with my first child, I decided I was going to exclusively breastfeed. I read books and attended classes at the hospital. I stocked up on bottles, a sanitizer and breast pads. I...
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Fixing Your Finances Doesn’t Have to Be Hard. Just Take 1 Step This Week
Everybody loves a Monday, right? OK, if you just groaned, at least you know you’re not alone. One British survey showed the average person spends 34 minutes of each Monday moaning (versus just 22 on...
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