Elder care is an increasing concern for older Americans. According to AARP’s 2015 report, “Caregiving in the U.S.,”43.5 million people are caring for an aging parent, and this number is only expected to increase as the massive Baby Boomer population ages. Unfortunately, there’s a growing gap between the number of seniors needing care and the number…
How to Plan for Old Age & Elder Care When You Don’t Have Kids is a post from Money Crashers.
It’s possible to make $100s just by opening up a bank account. But sorting through the best offers can be tricky. At Money Crashers, we comb through hundreds of deals every month to find you the most lucrative sign-up bonuses – some worth up to $1,000. We also rank the best high-yield checking accounts, cash…
28 Best New Bank Account Promotions & Offers – August 2018 is a post from Money Crashers.
If your kids are in school, chance are you spend a fair amount of time wracking your brain to come up with healthy and affordable brown bag lunch ideas. One quick search on Pinterest is enough to knock your self-esteem down several pegs. You and your kids are probably both ready for a break from…
9 Healthy & Easy School Lunch Ideas to Pack for Your Kids is a post from Money Crashers.
Taking a commercial flight today is “the equivalent of traveling via Greyhound bus in the 1970s,” according to Victoria Person-Goral, one of USA Today’s panel of frequent travelers. It’s not hard to see why she says this. Today’s flight passengers are herded through slow-moving security checks that require the removal of shoes and jackets, as well…
Flying on a Private Jet – Advantages & Costs is a post from Money Crashers.
Are you thinking of hiring a nanny? A nanny is a person who cares for your children when you can’t, which explains why this decision is so important. In fact, some would say a nanny or caregiver is the most important person you will ever hire. And since the person you hire will be taking…
How to Hire a Nanny and Find the Perfect Caregiver for Your Kids is a post from Money Crashers.
When summer finally rolls around, most people breathe a collective sigh of relief. It’s time to open the windows, fire up the grill, and relax. Right? Well, not so fast. Although summer is a relaxing and fun time of year for most people, it’s also when thieves feel most emboldened to target homes for break-in.…
How to Protect Your Home & Car From Summer Theft is a post from Money Crashers.
Have you ever watched the A & E series “Storage Wars“? The reality show follows a group of people who earn money bidding on storage units that are up for auction. The unit’s content goes to the highest bidder, who then resells the items and goes home with a tidy profit. Sounds like an easy…
How to Make Money with Public Storage Unit Auctions Near You is a post from Money Crashers.
Are you considering homeschooling your child? If so, you might be wondering if it’s within your budget. Homeschooling can be an excellent way to give your child a diverse and interesting education. It can also get expensive if you’re not careful. There’s the cost of a curriculum (that may or may not work out for…
How to Homeschool Your Child on a Budget & Save Money is a post from Money Crashers.
“Working ever-longer hours to bring in more cash might make your life more comfortable, but it isn’t going to make you happy,” writes Charlie Sorrel in a provocatively titled Fast Company article, “Science Says You Should Quit Your Demanding, High-Paying Job.” Is Sorrel right? The study he cites certainly suggests so. In it, authors Ashley…
Should You Take a Pay Cut for a Job? – When It Makes Sense is a post from Money Crashers.
Remodeling a kitchen is a big – and expensive – project. According to HomeAdvisor, the average kitchen remodel costs $22,185, and a full-scale remodel with custom cabinets, granite counters, and high-end appliances can come to $30,000 or more. If you’re a homeowner with big kitchen dreams and a small budget, your heart is probably sinking…
How to Remodel Your Kitchen on a Budget – Costs & Design Ideas is a post from Money Crashers.
Several years ago, I became friends with a young woman who was just getting started in real estate. She became a real estate agent, learned about renovation, and made a ton of money flipping her first house. Thanks to some luck and some serious persistence on her part, she ended up on an HGTV show about flipping…
Flipping Houses for Profit – Tips for How to Flip a House is a post from Money Crashers.
Changing residences? You’re not alone. According to the Census Bureau, 12% of Americans move each year. Though it’s lower than the long-term average, that rate has remained consistent since 2008. Many of those moves are local. Every year, thousands of people upsize from rented apartments into nearby owner-occupied homes. Thousands of others downsize into smaller condominiums, apartments, or tiny homes. Millions of…
2 Simple Hacks to Save Time & Money Moving is a post from Money Crashers.
https://ift.tt/2Io7Tyh Online banks, also known as virtual banks, have taken off in the past few years. A 2016 survey by Accenture found that among people who had switched banks in the past year, a net 11% had moved to virtual banks. Virtual banks’ smooth, simple transactions and low fees can make them a convenient place…
Should You Choose an Online Bank? is a post from Money Crashers.
