Photo by Evgenyrychko / Shutterstock.com There’s basically no excuse for not having top-notch antivirus software on your personal computers these days. You have multiple well-rated — and no-cost — options to choose from, as PCMag’s latest ratings of free antivirus programs illustrate. The publication tested and reviewed 17 free programs …
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Photo by Seksun Guntanid / Shutterstock.com They say you get what you pay for — but not always. Sometimes, a lower-priced deal is just as sweet and rewarding as purchasing a more expensive product. We’ve rounded up must-have items that all have four-star (or better) reviews on Amazon and cost …
Read More »9 Industries See Remote Jobs Spike Amid the Pandemic
Photo by Sorapop Udomsri / Shutterstock.com This post comes from partner site FlexJobs. Welcome to our “Work From Home Q&A” series. You ask a question about remote work, and a guest expert answers it. You can learn how to ask a question of your own below. This week’s question comes …
Read More »16 Jobs That No Longer Exist
Everett Collection / Shutterstock.com In the 21st century, the challenge of choosing a career means finding an area involving skills and knowledge that will remain relevant — and won’t be taken over by robots as automation becomes ever more sophisticated. What will last? Computer programmer, web developer, surgeon, Uber driver? …
Read More »Stop Overpaying for These 10 Common Purchases
As a smart shopper, you probably spend a lot of time searching for the best deals. However, some of those great finds aren’t really all that terrific. In fact, a lot of so-called “good deals” can actually be found for free. However, freebies are not the only way to save …
Read More »Here’s What a Realistic Budget Looks Like for Someone in Their 20s
CNBC’s Emma Martin recently shared an article detailing the ins and outs of a very affluent 25-year-old’s budget. The 25-year-old profiled in the article was extremely lucky, earning a six-figure income, excellent credit and little debt. The article did a great job of breaking down his financial situation. However, it …
Read More »7 Unusual Ways to Declutter Your Home
Photo by dreamerve / Shutterstock.com Like many Americans, I suffer from TMSS — Too Much Stuff Syndrome. While I long to declutter, the sheer amount of stuff crowding the rooms is overwhelming. I could start from one corner and work methodically around each room. But I’m more likely to follow …
Read More »VA Mortgage Refinance
If you are looking to refinance your VA mortgage, the best thing you can do is shop around to find the best deal for you. The type of refinancing you need, the interest rates and loan terms will all be things to consider when researching lenders. The best option for …
Read More »14 Ways to Build a Cost-Efficient Home
A frequent reader of The Simple Dollar named Jim recently shared a really thought-provoking question about building a home: A recent question about LED bulbs made me wonder — if you were buying a new house, or building it, what materials or features would you include “from the ground up” …
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