Want to learn how to get paid to read books? Believe it or not, you can earn money doing something you likely already love: reading. Whether you stay up late finishing the last chapters, curl up on the couch with a new title, or listen to audiobooks constantly, there are real and legitimate ways to … Read more

Are you searching for the best gig app to earn money? Gig apps have transformed how people find flexible work. With just a smartphone and the right platform, you can pick up short-term jobs that fit your schedule across many industries—food delivery, ride-hailing, errands, freelance services, pet care, and more. Whether you want to boost … Read more

Looking to learn how to avoid PayPal fees and reduce your transaction costs? If you accept online payments, you may be losing a portion of your revenue to PayPal fees. Those fees can accumulate quickly and sometimes more than you expect. The good news is there are practical strategies to lower or even avoid many … Read more

Van dwelling, the lifestyle of living full-time in a van, has grown increasingly popular for people who want to travel and explore. Since we bought a van a few months ago to live in, many readers, friends, family members, and even strangers have asked questions about van life. Below I answer the most common questions … Read more

Welcome to the July online income report, where I share how I earned money online last month. Here’s this month’s update and a look at how things went. If you’re new here, you might wonder why I publish monthly income reports. Feel free to skip ahead if you already know the backstory. This began as … Read more

Happy Monday! Here are a few photos from my weekend. I’m enjoying my new iPhone 5 — it makes sharing snapshots so much easier, so expect more pictures soon. If you follow me on Twitter you’ll find my Instagram posts there; I’ve shared the handle a few times. I like to keep some things off … Read more

Today I want to introduce you to Harry, the founder and owner of The Rideshare Guy blog and podcast. Harry began driving with Uber and Lyft in 2014 while working full-time as an aerospace engineer. He noticed drivers needed better information and resources, so he launched his website to help fellow drivers. Over time he … Read more

I believe it’s valuable to reflect on the life and money lessons you’ve learned over the years. Looking back helps me recognize mistakes and celebrate good choices. Both kinds of experiences have taught me important lessons that shape who I am. My birthday always sneaks up on me, but this year I decided it would … Read more

The following is a sponsored post. In May, I had the opportunity to speak with Carrie, a professional voice-over actor, for the piece “How To Become A Voice Over Actor And Work From Anywhere.” Before that conversation, I had never seriously considered voice acting as a career. Now I find myself intrigued by its possibilities. … Read more