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Jim Gold

How You Can Make Extra Money Buying Locally and Selling Globally

on November 2, 2023

“Buy low, sell high” is an old adage with new meaning in the online era. Here’s how you can get in on the action — and profits.

Find Great Jobs With Companies That Want You to Work From Home

on July 18, 2017

Seeking better work-life balance? Really hate to fight rush-hour traffic? Here are 100 employers that will hire you to work from home.

Top 10 Scams and Top 10 Ways to Safeguard Your Money

on July 13, 2017

Tips from the FDIC and other experts will help you stop scammers from taking your personal information and turning it into their cash.

How to Stop 6 Serious Threats to Summer Fun

on May 30, 2017

A few key precautions can keep outdoor activities from turning summertime into a season of dramas and traumas.

Don’t Start Your Vacation Without Burglar-Proofing Your Home

on May 25, 2017

Crooks go to work when you take time off. Follow these steps to keep your home safe and your summer vacation worry-free.

Tax Hacks 2017: Don’t Miss These 16 Often-Overlooked Tax Breaks

on March 21, 2017

These tax deductions and tax credits can help you avoid paying more than your fair share to Uncle Sam this tax season. See which ones fit your situation.

Earn More on Your Savings With This Strategy

on March 13, 2017

With banks still paying so little interest on savings, you could make your money work harder with well-chosen dividend-paying stocks.

Fixing Your Credit? Do These 5 Things, Avoid These 3

on June 11, 2021

There are some things you should and should not do when trying to fix your credit. Here’s our list of things to keep in mind.

8 Ways to Bolster Your Finances in the Trump Era

on January 20, 2017

The incoming president’s proposals to cut taxes and boost the economy may also bring higher interest rates and inflation. Be ready to thrive under “Trumponomics” with these tips.

Now’s the Time to Pursue a High-Paying Job in Cybersecurity

on November 8, 2016

If you’re looking for a new opportunity, this high-tech field is desperate for people and standing by to train you.

Funny Money: Financial Wit and Wisdom From 50 Top Comedians

on May 20, 2021

Comedians from Mae West and Groucho Marx to John Oliver and Kevin Hart remind us there’s no end to our foolishness on the subject of money.

What You Need to Know for 2017 Obamacare Enrollment

on September 27, 2016

It’s time again to enroll for insurance coverage — and the prognosis is for higher prices, fewer choices. Arm yourself with knowledge.

5 Surefire Ways to Achieve Your Goals (Even If You’ve Been Procrastinating)

on August 15, 2016

It’s not too late to tackle the goals you set for 2016. The “Creativity Yenta” offers this advice on how to get off your butt and make your dream a reality.

Watch What You Post on the Olympics, or Face the Wrath of Organizers

on August 10, 2016

When it comes to protecting its trademarks, symbols and logos, the International Olympic Committee is the lord of the rings. Is it preserving Olympic integrity, or just bullying?

5 Mind-Blowing Ways to Psych Yourself Up for Saving

on August 4, 2016

Whether you dream of an exotic trek or a comfortable retirement, these exercises will help you reduce impulsive spending so you’ll have money for your future plans.

Will Your State Help You Fill Your Retirement Savings Gap?

on September 9, 2021

Five states lead the way to create auto-IRAs for workers whose employers offer no retirement savings plans and others are mulling the idea. Find out where your state stands.

‘Pokemon Go’ Captures New App Record

on July 24, 2016

Apple announcement highlights the Pokemania that has swept the nation since the game app was launch in the United States.

9 Ways to Spark Up Your Independence Day Celebration

on May 20, 2021

Life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness need not be complicated. Here are eight frugal ways to celebrate July Fourth — and one splurge.

Sponsored: How Our World Is Changing as Companies Tap Into the Internet of Things

on June 16, 2016

Data flowing from work sites, cars, appliances, machinery and even our bathroom scales can enhance safety, efficiency and quality — improving even how a farmer produces a bushel of corn.

New Services Make Private Jet Travel Affordable(ish)

on May 24, 2016

Jet-sharing services that take a page from Uber and Airbnb are driving down the cost of private flights — putting that luxury within reach for a growing number of travelers.

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