November 2017

How to Make Extra Money with Part Time Jobs for Christmas

Now that we’re close to December, many of the seasonal retail and restaurant job openings are starting to fill up. However, there’s still hope for those of you who are looking to make some extra money during the holiday season. You can find a few good part time jobs for Christmas. Whether you need a few more dollars to cross everything off your Christmas list or you want to make up for your paycheck being short if your job is closing for the holiday, you can earn extra income this holiday season. Here are a few non-traditional seasonal jobs that you can consider over the next few weeks to make extra money this Christmas season during the holidays. Part Time … Read more

Does Dollar Cost Averaging Really Work? What You Need to Know

by Guest Contributor

The following is a guest post about dollar cost averaging by Kevin Monk who writes at FinanceForDummies.net, a finance and personal finance blog. If you’d like to submit a guest post to Money Q&A, check out our guest posting guidelines. Investing has always been a complicated proposition for the average person. They know that they should not simply keep their money in savings accounts and certificates of deposit (CDs) since inflation eats up their funds much faster than interest payments replenish them. Most people also know that the stock market is a more attractive vehicle in many cases than bonds or real estate. But the risks of the stock market are clear with every bit of bad news that breaks. Dollar … Read more

Why You Need a Lawyer After an Accident

by Guest Contributor

Why You Should Never Say You Are Sorry After a Car Accident

Car accidents can be devastating for everyone involved. If you find yourself in a car accident, you might be wondering what your next steps are to get the treatment and settlement you deserve. Even if you have insurance, accidents can be costly, and sometimes your insurance company might place an emphasis on keeping their costs down rather than helping you. If you find yourself struggling after a car accident, you need a lawyer after an accident. Here is why you should consult a qualified attorney. Why You Need a Lawyer After an Accident Recover All Potential Damages After a car accident, there are a lot of damages victims might not consider. You might be entitled to payment for medical bills, … Read more

Top 4 Simple Ways to Jump Start Your Finances

by Hank Coleman

In the movie Pirates of the Caribbean: Curse of the Black Pearl, Captain Barbossa refers to the pirates’ code as “more guidelines than actual rules.” Similarly, many people understand what good personal finance rules are, yet they treat budgeting advice, “live within your means,” and investment strategies from experts more like guidelines that can be loosely followed. 4 Simple Ways to Jumpstart Your Finances The problem with this mentality is that ignoring some personal finance advice can lead to stagnancy: living paycheck-to-paycheck, only meeting minimum payments on debts, and investing the bare minimum amount in retirement accounts. To avoid falling into this trap, here are a few simple ways to jumpstart your finances: 1. Assess Your Financial Situation First things … Read more