Here on Your Personal Finance Pro, we discuss many alternative methods for generating income, including side hustles and passive investing. You may have heard of peer lending groups, such as Lending Club, that pool risk in order to achieve bigger gains. However, have you ever given much thought about hedge funds? Hedge funds have similar […]
UBER DRIVER: This is what it feels like to be at Uber’s mercy
I’ve posted before about what it’s like driving for Uber and Lyft but today I wanted to update you on the situation for drivers. I think there is still a ton of opportunity in the 1099/on-demand economy but it’s definitely getting tougher. For all the same reasons (pay, flexibility, etc) that people like me started […]
What Do Poker and Business Have in Common?
John, Adam and Shawn were three business partners who started a successful telecommunications business that worked with government contracts. The business took several years to build up and, while building the business and negotiating for government contracts, the three men had learned a great deal about business. Based on their company’s balance sheet, they were […]
Add to Your Piggybank with Qmee
We’ve all been warned about the old saying: if something is too good to be true, it probably is. If you’ve ever thought earning money by browsing information online was too good to be true, meet Qmee. Qmee is a relatively new startup that will pay you to click on links that appear during your […]
Your New DIGIT-al Piggybank
If you’ve ever had trouble paying yourself first and establishing a reliable personal savings account, you may want to check out a new service called Digit. Digit is the modern day equivalent of emptying out your pockets and wallet of loose change into a piggy bank. Personally, I really like Digit as a separate savings […]
Using Bitcoin to Make Your Most Responsible Bets
Sports betting has been popular for years, and it’s no wonder why: when you bet on the chances of your favorite team or player winning, you get a rush of excitement. And when you win your bet, you get a rush of excitement once again, realizing that you were successful and that you’ve won money. […]
Born to Sell Review
On Wednesday, we discussed diversifying your income and the various ways that you could pursue passive income strategies. If you want to establish another source of revenue generation, you may be interested in covered calls through Born to Sell, an additional investment opportunity. Born to Sell is a subscription service that helps you earn extra […]
How Learning to Gamble Responsibly Can Teach You Discipline for Other Areas of Life
We all know that online poker and online gambling are fun. That’s why you do it. Or you do it to win money. But that’s pretty fun, too. But did you know that it can also teach you discipline that can positively impact other areas of your life? Most people don’t realize that when they are […]
Three Strategies To Start Building Your Business
These days, many people are interested in leaving the traditional world of work in order to become an entrepreneur. At the same time, many of these individuals hesitate to start building their own business because they feel that they lack the information and resources necessary to begin. If this is your challenge, you should note […]
How I Save: Credit Card Sign-Up Bonuses
This post is part of the TaxACT How I Save blog tour which teaches you ways to keep more money in your pocket. Last year, TaxACT saved America over $240 million on tax preparation. How much can you save? To learn more about tips and strategies on saving, click here. As you may have noticed from my previous […]
Protecting Your Property, Protecting Your Investment
As a landlord you have a great deal to think about. You must find a good tenant, create a good lease, and ensure that rent is paid on time. You must also repair damages to your property and ensure that your tenants are well-cared for. But what do you do when a tenant damages your […]
Excellent Communication Skills and the Successful Entrepreneur
One of the most beneficial skills for an entrepreneur to possess is the ability to establish connections with people. In order for an entrepreneur’s business to get off the ground, he or she needs the help and support of others. Take a look at some of the reasons why it’s so important for an entrepreneur […]
What Are Pair Options?
An interesting variation on classic binary options is a relative new type of contract known as a pair option. Pairs trading is not offered by all brokers, but traders will find that it is a form of investment product that is being increasingly made available to interested investors. In this article we seek to examine […]
How to Save During Holiday Season
We have three major holidays coming up in the couple of months left of 2014 – Halloween, Thanksgiving and Christmas. Each one of these involves a lot of spending – on costumes, candy, turkey and stuffing, and finally the Christmas dinner and the gifts for our loved ones. Here are some tips that can help […]
Earn 140,000 Points And $505 From The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Visa
I wrote about The Ritz-Carlton Rewards Visa a few months ago and the day that I posted my article was the same day that that deal died. Yes I am that lucky. But as One Mile At A Time reported the other day, that deal is now back on and if you apply right now, […]
Understanding Your Financial Aid Award Letters – An Infographic
Going away to college for the first time is tough, and picking which school to go to can be just as challenging. Every college or university has their pros and cons. You may like the campus but feel too far from home. You may love the school culture, but can’t find your desired course of […]
How to Avoid Extra Charges When Using PayPal
Anyone who’s a prolific PayPal user will tell you how annoying it can be to be charged extra fees whenever you use your E-Wallet account. For those not familiar or for anyone who’s never had additional charges added to a purchase, you’ll normally incur these fees if you do any of the following: sending or […]
Pensions Tips For Over 50s
It’s but natural for people approaching their retirement age to be concerned about their financial security, with retirement benefits and pension likely to be their prime sources of income in later years. Those planning for early retirement though will have to carefully (re)consider their decision to ensure availability of adequate finances, to meet post-retirement expenses. […]
The Impact of Large Civil Projects On Your Home’s Value
Major public works near a house or country estate has an effect on its market value. Some new developments can increase value while others have the potential to detract. Proximity to an airport is seldom a boost to value, because few people take flights enough to benefit. Instead, they must deal with the roar of […]
Free $20 Amazon Gift Card From Personal Capital
Happy Thanksgiving everyone! If you’re like me, you’ll be doing most of your Black Friday shopping from the comfort of your own home this weekend. I just wanted to take a moment though and say thanks to everyone who has supported Your PF Pro over the years. This has been a great project and I […]
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