The Petal 1 Rise Card is a rewards credit card that exists to help people build credit — and earn a little cash back in the process. It’s an appealing alternative to secured credit cards, which require upfront deposits as a condition of use. But the annual fee is higher than many entry-level cards, both … Read more

About 23% of high school students hold part-time jobs while in school, according to the 2020 data from the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Many others make ends meet with work-from-home side hustles, by doing chores around the house, or by collecting allowance from their parents. However they make their money, high school students need somewhere … Read more

Seasoned transatlantic travelers know Aer Lingus as an Irish airline that’s owned by the same parent company as British Airways, Iberia, and LEVEL airlines. Aer Lingus uses the same loyalty program as those other carriers, one built around loyalty currency called Avios. You can earn Avios on eligible Aer Lingus airfare, but what if you … Read more

If you want your kids to grow into wealthy, financially literate adults, you’re going to have to teach them about money yourself. American public school systems certainly don’t teach financial literacy. It’s one reason 96% of Americans can’t pass a basic financial literacy test. I grew up in a middle-class household with well-educated parents. But … Read more

Looking for a way to reward your business (and yourself) for covering everyday expenses? The BMO Business Platinum Rewards Credit Card is a credit card for small business owners that features a large sign-up bonus and bonus points for common business purchases. It’s not exactly revolutionary, but it does what it promises. The problem is, so … Read more

Award travel enthusiasts know Iberia as a Spanish airline that’s owned by the same parent company as British Airways, Aer Lingus and LEVEL airlines. Unsurprisingly, it uses the same loyalty program as all those other carriers. The currency is known as ”Avios.”  That’s all well and good, but you don’t really care about Iberia’s corporate … Read more

How much does your apartment cost? Your answer is likely to vary — a lot — depending on where you live. According to RentCafe, the average San Francisco apartment rented for $3,313 per month in February 2023. If you follow the old rule of spending no more than 30% of your income on housing, you’d need … Read more

If you’re an independent professional or own a very small business with just a handful of employees at most, you probably don’t need to overthink your business finances. You can get by with a simple, straightforward business bank account, preferably one that doesn’t cost you anything out of pocket. Small Business Bank Free Business Checking … Read more

It’s tough to find a really good business high-yield savings account these days. Most high-yield accounts are built for consumers; business savings accounts have a reputation for paying below-market interest and tacking on fees that unnecessarily increase the cost of keeping your cash on ice. Small Business Bank Business High Yield Savings is a rare … Read more

You don’t have to look too far for opportunities to earn extra cash. Market research companies offer good money for consumers’ honest opinions and reactions in focus groups and product testing studies. Cash-back apps like Ibotta or Rakuten help you make everyday purchases through affiliate websites. Health care organizations generously compensate fluid and tissue donors … Read more