Thanks to you, Wealthy Nickel readers, I am giving away a $100 Amazon gift card to one lucky winner. Scroll down for full details! I started doing giveaways on this site about 9 months ago, and haven't stopped since. I love sweepstakes because it's a way to give back to you, the readers. I try to do one every month, and have so far given away over $1,000! $100 Amazon … [Read more...] about Enter to Win a Free $100 Amazon Gift Card
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Coronavirus Recession: 7 Money Moves You Need to Make Right Now
"It's only when the tide goes out that you learn who has been swimming naked." - Warren Buffet The stock market has enjoyed an unprecedented bull run over the last 11 years, with the S&P 500 returning 400% since the previous low on March 9, 2009. Given recent events, the bull market is over, and it is very likely the economy will dip into recession in 2020. People far … [Read more...] about Coronavirus Recession: 7 Money Moves You Need to Make Right Now
Best Credit Cards of 2020 (How We Earn An Extra $2,000 Per Year)
A few years ago, I came to the painful realization that my credit card habits had cost me well over $10,000 up to that point! No, I didn't carry a balance on my credit card or pay any interest or late fees. I faithfully paid my bill in full every month. My mistake was in not taking advantage of credit card rewards. Up until a few years ago, I had just a single credit … [Read more...] about Best Credit Cards of 2020 (How We Earn An Extra $2,000 Per Year)
Extra Income Report: How We Made Over $70,000 Last Year
One of my favorite things to do at the end of the year is balance the books, review our achievements (or lack thereof), and plan for the new year. One of the reasons I started this blog was to share our journey to financial freedom (mainly through real estate investing and rental properties), and help others do the same. We are a very average family of 4, living on a … [Read more...] about Extra Income Report: How We Made Over $70,000 Last Year
Travel Rewards 101: Learn How to Travel for (Almost) Free
With all the talk of a pending recession, saving some money on your next vacation is likely even more top of mind than usual. Luckily, there’s a solution out there to help you save money while still enjoying your next vacation! The answer is called travel rewards. With travel rewards, you can use existing systems to your advantage to get discounted and free airfare, hotels, … [Read more...] about Travel Rewards 101: Learn How to Travel for (Almost) Free
Enter to Win a Free $200 VISA Gift Card
UPDATE: This giveaway has expired. To see our latest giveaway, click here. Thanks to you, Wealthy Nickel readers, I am giving away a $200 VISA gift card to one lucky winner. Scroll down for full details! I love doing giveaways. I started doing them on this site about 6 months ago, and haven't stopped since. I love sweepstakes because it's a way to give back to you, the … [Read more...] about Enter to Win a Free $200 VISA Gift Card
30 Day Money Saving Challenge [2020 Update]: Save $1,000 in a Month!
It's MONEY SAVING CHALLENGE time!!! Want to know the cure for insomnia? Try listening to someone talk about budgeting and saving money for more than 5 minutes. It's also a great way to get people to avoid you at parties (ask me how I know). So how do you make saving money fun? You turn it into a: MONEY SAVING CHALLENGE!!! Think of it like CrossFit for your budget. I … [Read more...] about 30 Day Money Saving Challenge [2020 Update]: Save $1,000 in a Month!
3 Best Cash Back Apps for 2020 (Apps That Pay You Money)
Want to make extra money in your sleep? I recommend Swagbucks, one of the best cash back apps for shopping, surfing the web, and even watching videos. Sign up for Swagbucks now and get an instant $5 bonus! Several years ago I found $21 lying on the ground while walking around at a Six Flags theme park. It looked like just one dollar, until I picked it up and saw there … [Read more...] about 3 Best Cash Back Apps for 2020 (Apps That Pay You Money)
How to Make an Extra $500 a Month – 7 Proven Ways That Actually Work
Congratulations! Just by asking the question - how to make an extra $500 a month? - you are among a select few looking to improve their financial position and achieve financial freedom. There are many ways to make an extra 500 dollars a month (or $200 a month, or $1,000 a month). But if you're anything like me, you get stuck in the idea phase. Taking action and actually … [Read more...] about How to Make an Extra $500 a Month – 7 Proven Ways That Actually Work
Extra Income Report: How We Made $3,394 in September 2019
Want to keep track of your finances? I recommend Personal Capital. It's more than just an expense tracker. It will help you set up a budget and keep track of your retirement portfolio and other investments too. Sign up for Personal Capital now and get an instant $20 bonus when you link an account! Welcome to the Wealthy Nickel Extra Income Report! Each month, I share all … [Read more...] about Extra Income Report: How We Made $3,394 in September 2019
