Our parents used to say “money doesn't grow on trees” and “there is nothing that is free”. But is this entirely true? NO! In ...

Frustrated by high prices this year? Online communities and thrift stores can really help stretch your holiday budget.

Generally, the government isn’t in the business of free cash giveaways, but you might qualify for assistance programs, tax credits and grants that do not require repayment. You can capitalize on these ...

Life is expensive, and managing money is complicated. If you’re feeling burned by the high cost of living and you need help, consider asking the government for financial assistance. Read on for ...

As you browse the grocery store aisles, you’ve likely noticed that almost everything is more expensive than it was a few years ago. Food prices only increased by 2.9% between May 2024 and 2025, but ...

Photograph courtesy of Matthew Lesko. If you don’t remember the name, you might remember the suits. Matthew Lesko—the infomercial pitchman offering consumer advice on how to get free money from the ...

Decades ago, Western Union drew in customers with its crooning “Everybody Needs Some Money Sometimes” ad. Times might have changed, but people’s occasional need for a little extra money hasn’t—maybe ...

Five bucks might not seem like a lot of money. But if you can earn $5 quickly, and you can do it over and over again, those $5 earnings will really start to add up. Heck, let's say it takes you just ...