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Nutella Taster, Mermaid and 11 Other Strange (but Real) Jobs

Gael F. Cooper on September 27, 2018

For the bored, undecided or adventurous, here are some oddball career paths you may not have considered.

Social Security Q&A: The One Thing Every Worker Should Do Now

Jeff Miller on September 27, 2018

A married couple wonders about when to file Social Security benefits. The answer to their question contains a lesson for every American worker.

10 Best States for Launching Your Startup

Gael F. Cooper on September 26, 2018

You can launch a startup almost anywhere — just ask Mark Zuckerberg. But some places make it easier than others. Here’s a look at the top 10 startup-friendly states.

7 Simple Steps to a Patent for Your Big Idea

Maryalene LaPonsie on September 25, 2018

Your original idea could be a ticket to riches or fame, but you need to protect it. Here’s how.

Millions Earn an Extra $700 a Month — So Can You

Karla Bowsher on September 21, 2018

There are more ways than ever to bring in extra money and supplement your primary paycheck. Are you passing up these opportunities?

Social Security Q&A: Can I Get My Ex’s Social Security Instead of My Own?

Russell Settle on September 20, 2018

If you don’t like the amount you’re going to get monthly from Social Security, here’s an idea: Get part of your ex-spouse’s instead.

This Type of Worker Is the Happiest of All

Karla Bowsher on September 19, 2018

Here’s what the most content workers in America have in common — and how you can benefit from it, too.

7 Questions to Ask Before Quitting Your Job

Emmet Pierce on September 18, 2018

Quitting a job is a major decision that can have a lasting effect on your finances. You shouldn’t leave a job in haste. Before you make a move, take time to be sure it’s the right thing to do.

13 High-Paying Jobs You Can Do From Home

Marilyn Lewis on September 14, 2018

Hoping to work from the comfort of your bedroom? These home-based careers can bring in good pay.

How You Can Make Extra Money While Running Errands

Nancy Dunham on September 13, 2018

If you already drive, bike or walk about town, there are some easy ways to generate extra cash.

7 Things You Should Never Put on Your Resume

Emmet Pierce on September 12, 2018

When seeking a new job, what you don’t say can be more important than what you do say. Leave these things out.

How to Find Money You Didn’t Know You Had

Nancy Dunham on September 12, 2018

Forgotten stocks, unclaimed wages and more are waiting around to be found. Here’s how to discover if something like that belongs to you.

2-Minute Money Manager: What’s the Best App for Making Money?

Stacy Johnson on September 12, 2018

You won’t get rich, but there are free apps that can make you money without much effort. Here are a few examples.

The 25 Best U.S. Cities to Be Your Own Boss

Gael F. Cooper on September 11, 2018

You can certainly start a business anywhere, but these 25 cities make it easier on entrepreneurs.

How to Use the ‘Gig Economy’ to Boost Your Income

Karla Bowsher on September 10, 2018

Working doesn’t have to mean a traditional full-time job. Find out how you can supplement — or even replace — your current income.

Here’s How Much Teachers Earn in Every State

Krystal Steinmetz on September 7, 2018

Teaching the nation’s grade school students may be a higher calling, but for the most part is not a high-paying occupation. See where your state ranks in teacher pay.