Steve Gillman
The Penny Hoarder
Florida, United States
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There’s Probably Cash Hidden in Your Walls. Here’s How to Find it…
You might think a treasure hunt means diving in the ocean to find sunken ships or exploring ancient ruins in faraway countries looking for hidden chambers full of gold and jewels. But fortunately, you can also become a treasure hunter in and around your own house, starting with nothing or perhaps a small investment in... → Read More
Free Food Rules! Here’s How to Save Money at Restaurants
If you find yourself dining out frequently, it pays to find ways to save money eating out. Here are 25 savvy tips to make your restaurant budget stretch. → Read More
9 Energy-Efficient Home Improvements That Also Save You Money
Taking on one or more of these projects around the house might cost you a few bucks up front, but the savings on your utility bills will more than make up for it. Here’s how a few small home improvements can make a big difference to your monthly bills. → Read More
How to Get a Raise and Start Bringing Home More Money
Before you talk to your boss, make sure you’re prepared, confident and ready to negotiate. Here’s a five-step guide to how to get a raise. → Read More
Here Are 20 Smart Tips to Help You Save Money on Gas
The cost of getting around town adds up. But there are lots of ways to save money on gas, from scouting the best rewards programs to keeping your tires properly inflated. → Read More
Make $1 Million Fast: 8 Real-Life Strategies That Worked
You want to make some serious money, but you don't want to wait decades to get there. Figure out how to make a million dollars quickly. Check out these strategies that worked for others. → Read More
Are You Clever and Creative? Earn Hundreds By Writing Slogans and Taglines
Somebody had to think of Maxwell House's "good to the last drop" slogan, right? Here's how to make money writing slogans for companies and organizations. → Read More
Dave Ramsey is Wrong: Why You Should Use Credit Cards Instead of Cash
Some people use cash instead of credit cards to control their spending. So why use credit cards at all? Here are 10 good reasons to consider. → Read More
7 Unexpected Places You Could Find Cash and Valuables Around Your House
People have found all sorts of valuables in and around their homes, from cash to antiques and collectibles. What’s hidden near your home? Here’s where to look for your potential treasures. → Read More
People Give Away Crazy Stuff on Craigslist, and You Can Make Money Off It
Interested in making money on Craigslist? Consider reselling the items you find in the Craigslist freebies section. Here’s what you should know. → Read More
14 Fun Business Ideas for Kids and Teens to Encourage Entrepreneurship
Lemonade stands are just the start when it comes to small business ideas for teens and kids. (And check out these kid-run businesses that have made some serious bank.) → Read More
Can You Really Get Paid to Put Ads on Your Car? Maybe — if You Drive a Lot
Car-wrap advertising has been around for a while, but many offers are actually a scam. Here’s what to look out for if you want to cash in on your car. → Read More
Here’s How I Make a Good Living Without Working Full Time
What if you really don't care for regular employment, but you still have to make a living? Here's how to live without a job. → Read More
Is Your Home an Investment? It Can Be, If You Try These Strategies
Some financial gurus challenge the idea of "investing" in a home, but if you do the math correctly, it can be. Here’s how one writer has treated each real estate purchase like an investment. → Read More
How Much are You REALLY Saving? Calculate Your Savings-Per-Hour Rate
Are you REALLY saving money when you clip coupons or shop sales? Here's how -- and why -- you should calculate your hourly savings rate. → Read More
21 Things You Need to Know Before Investing in a Duplex
You may have considered it, but investing in real estate isn’t as simple as it might seem. Here’s what one couple learned from their experience buying a duplex and renting out half. → Read More
Want to Get a Better Deal Online? Abandon Your Shopping Cart. Here’s Why
The next time you’re shopping online, abandon your cart. It sounds counterintuitive if you want the items... but it might help you save a ton of cash. → Read More
How to Buy a House With Bad Credit: 8 Strategies to Try
A low credit score may make it tough to get a mortgage from a bank, but buying a home is still possible. Here’s how to buy a house with bad credit. → Read More
Is Your Job Bad for Your Health? 10 of the Most Stressful Jobs
Stress at work is nothing new. But did your career make this list of the most stressful jobs -- or the least? → Read More
8 Super Awkward Money Situations… and How to Handle Them Like a Pro
Money makes for some uncomfortable moments. Here are eight common, awkward situations involving money -- and what to do to make them less weird. → Read More