I am a constant Craigslist “browser,” but I have actually never bought or sold on the website. However, I know of many others who use Craigslist nearly every single month, and some even use it to buy and sell every week. Even though I have never used it for my own gain, I have seen...
Author: Thomas Jones (Thomas Jones)
Don’t Fall For These Common Tricks When Buying a Car
If you are looking to buy a new car or a new-to-you car, then do not fear. So many people get extremely intimidated by the whole process when they really do not need to be. Relax and I will help you out with the process. Today, we will be discussing the different tricks that might...
Are Your Cheap Ways Actually Costing You Money?
We’ve all done it – gone out of our way to save money only to waste money that didn’t need to be spent. This sometimes results in us spending even more money than what we saved, which can be a total let down. Here are some things that you might want to think twice about:...
How To Be Smart When Online Gaming
If you like to play games online, go for it! There is nothing wrong with online gaming, and many times it can be a great way to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Doing something that you enjoy can be a great way to relieve stress. However, if your online gaming is costing...
5 Common Credit Myths
As a personal finance writer and a rewards credit card user, I often hear crazy credit myths from others. Many don’t fully understand how credit cards, credit, and debt work, and today I would like to share these common myths with you. 1. I make a good income so my credit score has to be...
How To Get a Job Reference Correctly
I have seen plenty of job references – both as a manager and looking to hire employees, and being asked to write them for others. Because of that, I have also seen and heard of plenty of job reference disasters which never make sense to me. You may think that asking for a reference would...
The Pros and Cons of Investing in Rental Properties
Investing in real estate can be lucrative enough to provide sole income for proprietors, but it’s a risky venture. Some investors finance properties on their own, while others decide to partner with others to minimize the risks commonly associated with real estate. Regardless of ownership type, property investments present advantages and drawbacks. Here are the...
Qualities That Make a Great Manager
Have you ever had a really bad manager? I’m going to assume that most of us have. Sadly, bad managers are always remembered, and they do exist. I’ve had one really bad manager before, but they weren’t as bad as past managers that my friends have had. Some managers have probably crossed into violating the...
Work Benefits That You Should Ask For
When most people go into a potential job interview or job negotiation, they tend to first think about salary. Yes, salary is a great thing to think about and negotiate for, but there are also plenty of other benefits out there that everyone tends to forget about. The average benefits package makes up for around...
Positives of Buying A New Car
It seems like in the personal finance world, some completely ignore the option of buying a new car. However, there are many positives of buying a new car, and I wanted to share those with you today. Some people love used cars, whereas others prefer to buy new cars. Continue reading below to see if...