Making Money

Top Creative Ways to Make Extra Money Online

April 12, 2019 By Susan Paige Leave a Comment

For you to live a financially free life, you have to get in control of handling your finances. When you talk about being in control of finances, many people think of ways to reduce expenses and such things. The truth is that there’s another way, but it’s about adding money to your life so you can have freedom on your finances and maintain your lifestyle the way you want it.

Here are some creative ways you’ll make extra money:

Selling free stuff from Craigslist

In Craigslist, you can be able to exchange your goods and services for money, and you can also get some freebies there. If you have some items in your home or office that you don’t need anymore, or you want to relocate and want to dispose some of the items, you can always earn from them when you choose to use Craigslist.

When people sell low-quality items in Craigslist or anywhere else at a lower rate, you can always buy them, spruce them up, and resell them at high rates to achieve great profits.

Sell your photos.

If you’re a photo museum-worthy, or you just have a keen eye, you can always sell your photographs to photo agencies such as Adobe, iStock, Shutterstock, and many others. You don’t have to be a professional to do this, and you get paid a certain percentage for every single download.

Rent out your room.

Do you have an empty or spare room in your living space? Do you want to earn some side income? Whether you answered yes or no, the truth is you can earn from any spare room when you consider renting it out.

An Airbnb will help you out if you need to rent out either one room or the entire home. If you’re a traveling person, and you’re planning to travel the whole year, renting out your apartment will help you earn extra cash and help you pay for all the adventures you want to have.

Sell your skills.

What’s your talent? Can your voice make Simon Cowell cry? Are you an artist? It doesn’t matter, but one sure thing is that your talent can earn you that extra coin you’re looking for. If you’re wondering where to sell your skills, the money sack is the site to visit and learn a lot about making and saving money.

Teach classes online.

What are you good at? You must be having a skill that many individuals may find helpful in their lives. Go out of your way and do it. It’s one productive way you can do to earn an extra income.

Conclusion

Do you have a day job, but would wish to have an extra income? It’s not as hard as you might have thought. You can do extra work online after your day job, or during the weekends and the holidays to earn extra income. Be in charge of your finances by earning extra income.

Uber Eats Driver Requirements: Car, Scooter, and Bicycle

March 12, 2019 By Kathryn Vercillo Leave a Comment

The Uber Eats driver requirements are more flexible than those for regular Uber drivers. The requirements are the same if you’re planning to deliver Uber Eats by car. However, you can also deliver Uber eats by scooter or bicycle. Therefore, you have more options available to you. Those options do vary by location, so even though we’ve provided extensive information on the topic below, it’s important to note that your own experience might differ depending on where you live.

Uber Eats Driver Requirements – By Car

If you are already an Uber driver, then it’s really easy to become an Uber Eats driver. You simply go into your app, select “account” and then select “vehicle options. From there, you accept the terms of agreement that allow you to receive Uber eats deliver requests. You can keep this option on every time that you drive. On the other hand, you can easily toggle it off if you don’t want to deliver food for a little while.

If you aren’t yet an Uber driver, then you need to sign up to deliver Uber Eats. Like with regular Uber drivers, you’ll go through a screening process. You’ll have to upload your photo and required documents. Then, once approved, you’ll be able to begin accepting deliveries.

It’s fairly easy to meet the Uber Eats driver requirements for car delivery. They’re mostly common sense rules for driving a car. You have to meet the minimum age to drive in your city. In most cities, the age is 19. Plus you have to have a valid driver’s license, insurance, and registration. Those things are pretty obvious. Additionally, you need to have at least one year of driving experience under your belt.

Finally, you have to have a car (2-door or 4-door), that is no older than 1998. Note that regular Uber drivers have to have a car that’s 2006 or newer, so the requirements for Uber Eats drivers aren’t as strict. If you think about it, that is sensible. Nobody else is entering your car when you just do food delivery for Uber. Therefore, it doesn’t have to be sparkling new. Of course, it still has to run reliably so that you can deliver food quickly.

Regular Uber Driver Requirements

If you want to sign up to be a regular Uber driver in addition to delivering Uber Eats, then the process is slightly more stringent. You have to have a 4-door car, not a 2-door car. If you are under age 23, then you need three years of driving experience instead of just one year. Furthermore, Uber will closely examine your car and your driving record before approving you.

Need to earn some extra money? Sign up to be an Uber Eats driver here!

Uber Eats Driver Requirements – By Scooter

The Uber Eats driver requirements for scooter drivers are pretty simple. You can use any 2-wheel scooter as long it meets the following two restrictions:

50 cc or less motor
Doesn’t travel faster than 30 mph

In other words, you have to deliver by scooter, not motorcycle. If you have or can borrow, a scooter that meets those requirements, then you can be an Uber Eats scooter delivery person. Of course, in order to drive a scooter, you still need to have a driver’s license. Plus you have to have a year of driving experience to meet the minimum Uber Eats driver requirements. In most cities, you’ll need to be 19 to drive a scooter for Uber Eats. However, this varies by location.

Uber Eats Driver Requirements – By Bicycle

If you’re at least 18 years old, then you can sign up to be a bicycle delivery person with Uber Eats. You must have a government ID, but it does not have to be a driver’s license. When you sign up for the service, there’s a section that asked about your transportation. Obviously, you’ll choose “bicycle” in this section. It’s fairly straightforward.

There aren’t any requirements or limitations regarding the type of bicycle that you can use for Uber Eats delivery. You’ll probably want something fast so that you can get to your delivery spots quickly. After all, the more you deliver, the more money you make. Plus you’re more likely to get good tips on fast deliveries. Additionally, you’ll be carrying food with you, so some type of on-bike storage is a good idea.

You Need a Phone for Uber Eats Delivery

This probably goes without saying, but you need to have a smartphone in order to become an Uber Eats delivery driver. After all, the phone is your tool to receive order information. Your phone must have airtime because you might occasionally need to call a customer about a delivery. It must also have up-to-date app and GPS capability. Here are additional Uber Eats driver requirements for the phone:

Minimum of 2 GB RAM
Minimum of 2 GHX processing speed
4.7″ or larger screen size

If you have an Android device, then it must be 6.0 or newer. If you have an iPhone, then it must be iPhone 6 or newer. You can check the Uber website for a list of currently banned devices that don’t meet these minimum requirements. If you have a relatively new smartphone, then you are probably in the clear. Do note that the newer your device, the more likely it will be that you’ll get the best results. The apps are kept up to date, so if you have an older iOS, then it might not run as smoothly.

Check Uber Eats Driver Requirements In Your City

The requirements listed above apply to drivers in most US cities. However, each city has different rules when it comes to Uber and other rideshare and food delivery services. Furthermore, laws are constantly changing. Therefore, it’s important to check the current laws in your city that apply to Uber Eats delivery.

Furthermore, some of the food delivery options aren’t available in every area. For example, delivery by bike is limited primarily to dense urban areas. If you live in a more sprawled-out area, then you might not be able to deliver by bike. This makes sense because people want their food delivered quickly and a bike can only go so fast. When you sign up for Uber Eats, you’ll have that section where you have to choose your transportation mode. If “bicycle” isn’t listed there, then you’ll know that it’s not currently a delivery option in your area.

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What Are The Chances? Woman Won the Lottery 30 Times in One Day

March 11, 2019 By Amanda Blankenship Leave a Comment

Most of us are floored when we hit $5 on a scratch-off ticket. Could you imagine if you hit multiple lottery tickets in one day? Here’s how one Virginia woman won the lottery 30 times in one day.

The Odds of Winning the Lottery

First, to understand how unbelievable winning 30 times in a single day is you have to understand the odds of winning in the first place.

In Virginia, where the woman won, the odds of hitting the jackpot for the game are one in 10,000. Those aren’t terrible odds when you consider your chances of winning most other sweepstakes and lotteries. For instance, the odds of winning Albertsons Monopoly 1 in 404 million. The chances you’ll win the USA Mega Millions is 1 in 302.6 million.

But, when you consider one in 10,000 odds, winning 30 times in a single day is still kind of unbelievable. Although none of them were million-dollar jackpots, she was still able to collect $150,000 in one day.

How One Woman Won Lottery 30 Times in One Day

So, how she do it?

Pure luck. In fact, she’s even told news outlets she “felt something different” the day she bought the tickets.

That’s right. Deborah Brown collected $150,000 and had no real strategy to win the lottery at all. On February 11, she bought 30 Pick 4 lottery tickets. She played the number 1-0-3-1.

“A couple of times during the day, I saw those numbers,” she said. Each of 30 lottery tickets won her $5,000, bringing her total jackpot to $150,000. “I nearly had a heart attack.”

For now, Brown doesn’t have any clear plans for her winnings. She is considering renovating her home but hasn’t made any concrete plans (yet).

5 Animal Businesses You Can Do From Home

March 1, 2019 By David G. Mitchell 31 Comments

Yesterday, I got a dog. We named him “Peter’s Lucky Biscuit” and he is adorable. We had to get a pure breed because we needed a hypoallergenic breed that would be more likely to be compatible with our son’s allergies.

Our son has always wanted a dog. He did all of the research on hypoallergenic breeds and made a very compelling case for getting either a doodle, a Portuguese Water Dog or, my favorite, a basenji. We loved every aspect of the Labradoodles that we met, except for the price tag. We met with two breeders, and both told us the same price — $2500!

Animal Business Ideas: Dog Breeding?

The breeders we met had one thing in common. Dog breeding was a “second job.” In each case, both the husband and wife had day jobs, and the dogs were their second source of income. Both breeders also involved their children and turned breeding into a family activity — one that pays really well.

The breeder from whom we purchased our Biscuit has dogs who have had litters in each of March, April, and May. She has already sold all of the puppies from the April and May litters — 14 puppies at $2500 each. Admittedly there are some overhead costs for food, toys, veterinarian bills, and stud fees, but a huge portion of that $2500 per animal is profit.

Our breeder told us that she and her husband sat down with their two daughters six years ago and had a family meeting. They considered whether breeding was something they wanted to do together. After unanimously agreeing, they purchased two breeding doodles, did a lot of research, and have not looked back since. The younger daughter, now 13, is in charge of photography and the breeder’s website. The elder daughter, now 17, does a lot of the caregiving for the puppies and she must do a good job of it — she just bought a new Volvo convertible with cash she earned caring for puppies.

I’ve learned a lot about animals this month, some of it unpleasant, but most of it wonderful, and I have learned that there are a lot of ways to turn a love of animals, or at least an interest in them, into ways to make money. Here are five animal business ideas you can operate from your home.

Become a Pet Breeder

Whether you breed cats or dogs, you can earn money raising healthy, pure breed animals. If you own your home, you can certainly earn more than enough to pay your annual mortgage with one litter per year. Raising puppies is a lot of work, but it’s also amazingly rewarding. A window pet door and plenty of puppy potty training pads are worthwhile investments as a breeder. Our breeder told us the joy she gets from putting a puppy in a good home makes her feel wonderful for days, even though it is hard to see her “babies” leave her house.

Become a Groomer

In my community, several mobile pet groomers are available to groom pets from a van in the owner’s driveway. One in particular charges anywhere from $50 to $150 per hour depending on the services you choose. There are pet grooming schools in all 50 states. If you love animals and like to be out and about during the day, pet grooming is a great way to earn a living.

Become a Dog Walker

If you live in an urban area, many professionals do not have time to walk their dogs, especially on weekdays. Dog walkers can earn up to $30 per hour and sometimes even more. All you need is a means of traveling to the dogs and a way to advertise your services, and you can set yourself up as a dog walker.

Become a Pet Sitter

When pet owners travel, they do not want to worry about their pets. Pet sitters will visit a pet regularly during the day, feed and water the animal, take the animal for walks, and generally look after the pet while the owner is unable to do so.

Become a Pet Chauffeur

Many pet owners, especially the elderly, are unable to take their pets to veterinary appointments or other appointments (and to be honest, I really cannot figure out what those “other” appointments might be). Pet chauffeurs are drivers who will take pets to those appointments so that the owner does not have to find a way to do so.

Are you an animal lover? Do you already work with animals? Share your thoughts in the comments below!

How to Play Albertsons Monopoly Online

March 1, 2019 By Amanda Blankenship 11 Comments

If you’ve visited an Albertsons or Safeway in the past month, you know they’ve kickstarted their Monopoly sweepstakes game for the year. After the game was released on February 9, it has already gotten the attention of millions with its $1 million grand prizes. Additionally, you no longer have to collect physical game pieces. Now, you can play Albertsons Monopoly online!

That’s right! The contest, which has been highly-anticipated each of its nine years, can appeal to even the most tech-savvy amongst us.

How to Play Albertsons Monopoly Online

All you have to do is go shopping at an Albertsons-owned store for your groceries (groceries that you’ll buy anyway). Then, you collect the game pieces and you can play online.

To play online, you simply fill out a submission form. You enter information like your name, email address, address, phone number, etc. When you get a Monopoly game piece, you enter the online code into your “play monopoly” account and begin collecting your game pieces.

You have to get matching game pieces to win or two of the “rare” game pieces. Prizes include two $1 million prizes, four million-dollar vacation homes, and the total pool of smaller prizes are worth more than $200 million. Of course, eight years ago (when it first started), Albertsons had far fewer stores and far fewer Monopoly game pieces being distributed.

Albertsons 2019 Game

No one pays to play Albertsons Monopoly which is an added bonus. From now until May 7, you will have the option of collecting the pieces when you go shopping. Practically 2,300 stores across the United States will be offering game pieces to its customers. In addition to the larger names, a number of small local stores are offering games pieces for shopping as well.

Participating stores include Albertsons®, Safeway®, Pavilions®, Carrs®, Vons®, Randalls®, Eagle®, Pak ‘n Save®, Tom Thumb®, ACME Markets®, Jewel-Osco®, Shaw’s Supermarkets®, Star Markets®, United Supermarkets®, Market Street®, Amigos®, United Express®, Albertsons Market®, Lucky® (Southern California only) and Super Saver® stores (“Market Stores”).

Alternate Methods of Entry

You can also enter through the United States Postal Service by sending a self-addressed envelope to the Albertsons Monopoly at MONOPOLY MON-09 Collect and Win Game Ticket Request, Attn: Promotions Coordinator, P.O. Box 965068, Marietta, GA 30066. These should be handwritten addresses on the envelope and they can also be postmarked no earlier than February 9 and they must also be received before the contest is over (May 7).

However, most people will be playing online and entering to win some really great prizes, including the $1 million grand prizes.

Some previous winners have traded Monopoly pieces in order to win big. Be sure to check out the Albertsons Monopoly game piece thread in the Saving Advice forums!

Where to Find Rare Game Pieces for Albertsons Monopoly

February 27, 2019 By Amanda Blankenship 553 Comments

If you’re familiar with the Albertsons’ Monopoly promotion, then you know it’s no secret that your chances of winning the jackpot prize are extremely difficult. This year, the big cash prize is $1,000,000 once again. But, don’t get your hopes up; the odds of winning aren’t great.

Finding Rare Game Pieces

In order to win one of the bigger rewards, such as the vacation home, luxury car or home makeover, you need to find rare and semi-rare pieces. These change every year, and with the competition just starting last week, it may take some time before all the rare pieces are revealed.

However, there are a few places to look and a few things for you to know when beginning your search for rare Monopoly pieces:

Get creative. Leave no stone unturned when searching for these items or leads. Many blogs share the full list of items as well as continuously update as the promotion continues. We suspect you will be able to find more of these by the end of February or beginning of March all over the internet. People seem to really ban together for this event as it is knowingly challenging to fill your game board. Some online forums we found were on YouTube.com with a search for Albertsons Monopoly.
Get out of the area. You probably will not have much luck if you only shop in the participating stores in your area. If you are really dedicated to winning this year, you are going to need to shovel out some gas money and consider taking a road trip or two (both long and short) to increase your chances of finding these rare game pieces. As a reminder of the game rules, you can even make a small purchase in order to receive a ticket, but there are exceptions such as no tickets provided with purchases of tobacco products and lottery tickets.
Start early. The sooner you start, the better as you will believe to collect more over time. However, expect to see a large distribution of tickets in April since the contest ends May 7. You may be able to lock in some last-minute prizes at this time and having some decent tickets to trade will help your chances.
Share the wealth. There are participants who are willing to buy, trade and sell tickets they need for this Albertsons’ Monopoly promotion. Individuals will sell on eBay as well as trading sites like this one. Of course, the rare pieces will be a bit costly as the seller may be potentially helping you win $1,000,000. You, too, can cash in, though, by selling tickets you don’t need or even trading groups of tickets with other competitors in order to fill in a color on the board.
Be careful. Be quite cautious when you are hunting for areas to buy and sell these rare game pieces. The world is full of scammers, and the internet is no exception. Do your research, review the seller and make sure you are submitting your credit card numbers through a safe and secure site.

What Are The Rare Game Pieces in 2019?

Below, is a list of the rare game marker list for Albertsons’ Monopoly 2019 Collect & Win game. These may be updated as more information is collected throughout the promotion. All of these have cash value (from $1 million to $5 cash):

336DI
341CJ
397EW
398AX
404BY
411DZ
417E$
419B# or 420C#
302BA
308DB
309AC
315CD
318BE
321AF
327CG
332DH
391CV
388DU
381AT
379CS
374BR
372DQ
365AP
362BO
358BN
353AM
351CL
348DK

The Odds of Winning

Albertsons Play Monopoly promotion site notes that the odds for the top three Collect & Win prizes are as follows:

$1,000,000 Cash (30-year annuity) – 404,000,000:1
$1,000,000 Vacation Home – 404,000,000:1
$100,000 Cash or Luxury Car – 80,800,000:1

Additionally, there are a number of instant win opportunities and small prizes available as well. The odds of winning an instant cash prize of $10,000 are still pretty low at 404,000,000:1. However, the smaller the prize, the more likely you are to win.

These odds are based on finding the rare game piece. Many people have been able to win in the past by trading these game pieces online. Visit the Saving Advice forums Albertsons Monopoly trading thread.