Laurie Blank is a blogger, freelance writer, and mother of four. She’s psyched about teaching others how to manage their money in a way that aligns with their values and has been quoted in Bankrate.
She’s a licensed Realtor with Edina Realty in Minneapolis, Minnesota (also licensed in Wisconsin too) and has been freelance writing for over six years.
She shares powerful insights on her blog, Great Passive Income Ideas, that will show you how you can create passive income sources of your own.
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Before you open a checking account for your teenager, you’ll want to consider which features are most important for you and your child. For example, some teen checking accounts have lower daily ATM and debit purchase limits than others. Plus the level of parental control varies widely.
Is it time for you to open a bank account for your child? The best bank accounts for kids include features that help you teach them about money management, earning interest, and more. Here are the details regarding some of the best checking and savings accounts for getting your kids on the path to great money management in adulthood.
Are you considering a debit card for your child? The thought of giving young kids more control over their money can be scary. Thankfully, there are debit cards designed specifically for kids. With features like parental controls, roundup savings, and more, kid's debit cards give kids the freedom to learn how to properly manage their money.
Opening a custodial bank account for your child can help you teach them smart money habits. The best custodial accounts are packed with features to help you do that. But how do custodial accounts work, and which one is best suited for your child? This article will cover 12 of the best custodial accounts for kids under 18.
There are two big perks to finding fun jobs that pay well: making money and having fun. The problem is that too many people spend years working jobs they genuinely dislike for companies that treat them poorly. Here are 42 fun jobs that can also help you pay the bills.
At 10 million members strong, Chime is a hugely popular online bank. But other fintech companies and digital banks offer similar products and features. How do you know which is best suited for you? Here are 10 online banks, like Chime, for you to consider.
Believe it or not, many companies hire kids as young as fourteen. In addition, there are plenty of side hustles 14-year-olds can start on their own. If you're a young teen, or the parent of a teen looking for a job, I've compiled a list of 21 top jobs for 14-year-olds.
If you're an eager side hustler, there is no shortage of restaurant delivery side hustles available. One popular company hiring gig workers is DoorDash. You can make money shopping for and delivering groceries when it fits your schedule. But the question is, is DoorDash worth it? Find out in this DoorDash Review.
Chexsystems is like a credit-reporting agency for bank accounts. Unfortunately, a low Chexsystems score can make it difficult to open a checking account. If you're struggling with a low Chexsystems score, here's a list of fifteen banks that don't use Chexsystems, where you can open an account.
Gift cards are great, especially when you get them for free. But sometimes, you just need cold, hard cash to pay the rent, send a friend some money, or catch up on some bills. In this article, I’ll show you how to convert your Visa gift card to cash.
Do you have a cabinet full of DVDs you want to get rid of? With the advent of streaming services, more and more people are getting rid of their DVD movie media collections. But where can you sell your DVDs quickly, and for a good price? Here are 10 of the best places to sell your used DVDs.
Allowing your children to use debit cards is a great way to teach them how to manage money. But what you don't want is to have to pay fees. Thankfully, several banks offer debit cards for kids to use with their parents. Here are 10 free debit cards for kids and teens and a few low-cost options.
