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COVID Stimulus Check Update
If you haven’t yet received a stimulus payment, you may still be able to submit your information online to receive it this year. But, make sure you do it before the October 15th deadline! On this week’s #TrackYourTreasureTuesday, we’ll go over what you need to know to get your money quickly! Read More…
Real or Scam: Mall Surveyor Job Ad
It’s hard to tell real job offers from scams, especially if they’re non-traditional jobs like surveying! In this week’s #fraudfriday edition, we’re taking a look at a job posting that is asking for a Mall Surveyor to determine if it’s legitimate or not.
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You Need to Stop Reading and Start Doing!
On today’s #TalkinShopThursday, I give a little bit of tough love to someone who is getting stuck absorbing information about starting a new business. Read More…
Should you pay for a work at home job?
When it comes to paying for work at home jobs, my general rule of thumb is, “If you have to pay…STAY AWAY!” However there are some caveats. In this week’s #WorkatHomeWednesday video, I cover what you need to understand about paying for work at home jobs. Read More…
Are You an Independent Contractor or Employee?
When you’re a freelancer, you may be hired as an employee, an independent contractor or some bizarre hybrid of both. It’s important to understand the difference, so in this week’s edition of #TrackYourTreasureTuesday we cover what you need to know. Read More…
Do I Have to Buy Something When I Mystery Shop?
Mystery Shopping does actually deal with “shopping” – so many times you’ll have to put money out and wait for a reimbursement from the company. On today’s #MysteryShoppingMonday we go over the different types of payment shops, and how reimbursement works. Read More…
Real or Scam: Customer Service Job Ad
It can be hard to tell if a job offer is legitimate or not. Especially when it’s offering a high wage and flexibility in hours. In this week’s #FraudFriday edition, we look at a job offer that seems to be offering $18/hr for a customer service position. Read More…
Approach the media right with these quick pitch tips
Every small business has a story to tell! Learn how to approach the media the right way so they will be interested in your message and promote your business on this week’s #TalkinShopThursday Read More…
Turn Your Skill Into a Need: Bibliographer Edition
In this week’s #WorkatHomeWednesday, we discuss how to turn your skill into an income focusing on the unique background of a bibliographer. Read More…
Why Passive and Residual Income are Important
It is possible to earn residual or passive income – and it is well worth the effort needed to set up. The formula for becoming financially free is to have your passive (or residual) income surpass your monthly expenses. Once you can cover your monthly expenses with income that requires little to no effort on your part, you can spend your time doing anything other than punching a clock! Read More…
Should You Give Out Your Social Security Number?
Mystery Shopping may sound a little too good to be true, so it makes sense that you’ll want to protect your private information, like your social security number. But, mystery shopping is a job – and companies need to pay you! In this episode, we discuss alternatives to giving out your SSN so you can stay protected. Read More…
Real or Scam: Mystery Shopping Walmart
It can be difficult to figure out if a job offer is legitimate or not…especially for mystery shoppers! This week, in our #FraudFriday edition, we break down a very looong and specific job offer to determine if this job offer for Mystery Shopping is real, or if it’s a scam. Read More…
Evaluating a Home-Based Business Opportunity
If you’re thinking about getting into a MLM (Multi-level Marketing), Network Marketing, or Direct Sales Company – especially during COVID – there are some things you need to keep in mind before you sign up so you can be successful as possible. Read More…
What Work at Home Jobs Pay More Than $40,000?
Are you looking to work at home and make more than $40,000? This episode goes over why that question is only good for click-bait articles and how to shift your mindset into finding the right work-at-home job for your skillset. Read More…
COVID and Your Credit Score
COVID-19 has wreaked havoc on our financial security, to the point where many people may need to rely on credit cards to cover basic necessities. Drawing on experience from the 2008 financial crisis, learn what may be coming down the pike and how the current crisis can effect your credit score – even through no fault of your own! Read More…
Is Shadow Shopper a Scam? (Updated!)
This video is a follow-up to the most viewed article on WorkatHomeFAQ.com: https://www.workathomefaq.com/is-shadow-shopper-a-scam, where I talk about the most well-known Mystery Shopping scheduling service, Shadow Shopper. Sadly, due to COVID-19, Shadow Shopper has closed their doors.
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Would You Recognize This Scam on CNBC?
Anyone can design a website to look like a company that you know. It’s quite simple to steal the look, logos, and fonts – which makes it tricky when you’re trying to figure out if it’s legitimate or not. In this episode, we look at a CNBC-spoofed site – and go over some tricks to help determine scam websites.
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Why Businesses Fail
Don’t let the fear of failure hold you back! Starting a business can be a rewarding experience, just keep these tips in mind to help you plan for the greatest success possible. Read More…
Making the Case to Work from Home
If your employer is asking you come back and work in the office, and you’re not quite ready, here are some ideas to help you make the case to work from home during COVID and beyond. Read More…
Unclaimed Money: Go Get Yours!
With so many people trying to stretch the dollar during COVID-19, it might be good to find out if you have unclaimed security deposits, un-cashed checks, or refunds waiting for you in your state’s “unclaimed property” division! Learn how to check where this money may be located. Read More…