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I nstead of an actual interview with someone else today, I thought I’d share a bit of my own knowledge about making extra money from blogging. Blogging can be a great way to make money on the side. It’s a perfect side hustle because it’s flexible and doesn’t require much in terms of start-up costs. You can earn money through affiliate partnerships, sponsored posts, and display ads. Once you get the hang of building a successful blog, the sky’s the limit when it comes to your earnings. In fact, many turn their blogging side hustle into a full-time venture. If you’re new to the idea, you may have a few questions about blogs and how they make money. As someone who’s been blogging since 2007, I thought it would be helpful to answer some of the most common ones. Ready to learn how you too can make money blogging? Let’s dive in! Table of Contents: How Do You Make Money from Blogging? How Much Can You Make from Blogging? Why and How Did You Get Started Blogging? How Do I Start My ...

Did you know that earning airline miles with a bank account is possible? It’s true. With Bask Bank, you can choose between earning a high-interest rate or American Airlines miles on your savings account deposits. You also won’t pay any service fees to use Bask Bank. But how does Bask Bank stack up against other online banks, like Discover, Chime, or Ally? In this Bask Bank review, I’ll cover the key features, pros and cons, and let you know who Bask Bank is best suited for. Table of Contents What Is Bask Bank? Who Can Join Bask Bank? Bask Bank Fees Bask Bank Account Types Bask Interest Savings Account Bask Mileage Savings Account Bask Certificate of Deposit (CD) Account Bask Bank Pros and Cons Pros Cons Bask Bank Alternatives Discover Bank  Chime Ally Bank FAQs Is Bask Bank Worth It? What Is Bask Bank? Bask Bank is the digital banking arm of Dallas-based Texas Capital Bank. It’s best known for its 20-year (and counting) partnership with America...

I’ve been following certificates of deposit for a while now. Yes, I’m a weirdo. People love 12-month CDs and 60-month CDs (5 years) because they’re easy to think about. We like the 3-month, 6-month, and 9-month terms because they’re nicely spaced out. Sometimes people will consider a 24-month CD too. But lately banks have been doing something different – they’re offering terms that are a month or two more or less than “typical.” I’m talking about those 11-month and 13-month CDs. Or the 15-month CD. Why do banks offer this? Table of Contents It’s Mostly Marketing 1-Month CDs!? Remember When It Matures Should You Get These Odd Term CDs? It’s Mostly Marketing There isn’t a big difference between a 12-month CD and a 13-month CD. There might be a business major somewhere that can make the business case for the bank’s investors but for the consumer, they’re the same(ish). At the level of tens or hundreds of millions of dollars in deposits, which is what banks care about, t...

L ast year I let Ownwell protest the property taxes on one of my rental properties. They were able to reduce my taxes by $233. This year I’m using them on both of my properties. Here’s my review of their service. In short, Ownwell is a legit startup out of Austin that is making the property tax appeal process simple and hands-off for homeowners and investors. They charge a straight-forward 25% of what they save you. You can sign up at Ownwell.com using my link and get an extra $20. Who is Ownwell? Ownwell is a property tax negotiation service that helps homeowners in the US lower their property taxes. By utilizing a team of local, experienced negotiators, Ownwell helps homeowners navigate the property tax appeal process in their county. The platform claims to have saved homeowners thousands of dollars on their property taxes. The way it works is simple. Users provide Ownwell with basic information about their property, including the property’s address and assessed value. An Own...

Have you ever wondered how much money you should be saving? Unfortunately, the answer to that question isn’t always as obvious as you might think. Savings rates for individuals and families will vary based on a number of factors. Your income, expenses, where you live, and your personality type all play a role in how much money you can and should save each month. In this article, we’ll discuss factors that can affect your ability to save, share some guidelines on how much of your paycheck you should save, and discuss ways to bolster your savings. Table of Contents How Much Disposable Income Do You Have? What Do You Need to Save For? What Are Your Savings Goals? The 50/30/20 Savings Rule Explained Customizing Your Budget Tips for Increasing Your Savings Rate Figure Out Your “Why” Automate Your Savings Take Advantage of Employer Match Programs Go on a Spending Fast Sell Your Stuff Start a Side Hustle Final Thoughts How Much Disposable Income Do You Have? When d...