More Money, More Opportunities
More Money, More Opportunities
The article discusses “revenge spending,” a tendency to overspend after periods of restriction, like the COVID-19 pandemic. Fueled by a desire to make up for lost experiences, this can lead to financial trouble. The article advises readers to avoid impulsive purchases by implementing a “7-day pause,” becoming smart shoppers by seeking deals, finding cheaper alternatives for desired experiences, establishing no-spend days, and budgeting specifically for fun money. Ultimately, it encourages conscious spending and thoughtful financial decisions as
The Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is expected to create 1 million jobs as the U.S. government invests $1 trillion in infrastructure upgrades. Many of these jobs—in trucking, construction, transportation, and energy—do not require a college degree and offer competitive salaries, with some exceeding six figures. Opportunities include truck driving (averaging $73,000+ with potential for $300,000+ as an owner-operator), warehousing roles, construction work (
Due to surging demand from stay-at-home orders, grocery delivery apps like Instacart and Shipt are rapidly hiring, with Instacart aiming to add 300,000 new shoppers. These “full-service” positions involve shopping and delivering groceries and are offered as independent contractor gigs with pay largely based on tips. Instacart is also implementing temporary measures to protect workers, including paid sick leave and supplying cleaning products, while offering customers a “Leave It At My Door” contactless
The Biden administration has forgiven up to $10,000 in student debt for borrowers earning under $125,000 annually (or $250,000 for households), with up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. Interest rates and payments on federal student loans are frozen through December 31, 2022. The article advises borrowers to consider their individual circumstances – whether they have private loans, their remaining balance,
