This post shares examples of financial goals and helps you find ways to achieve them! Financial goals provide a clear roadmap for your financial journey, enabling you to make informed decisions, establish healthy habits, and track your progress along the way. They serve as beacons of motivation, empowering you to take control of your finances, build wealth, and secure a…
10 Money Making Side Hustles for College Students
College is an exciting time for students, filled with new experiences and opportunities for personal and academic growth, but college can be an expensive time with tuition costs, textbooks, and living expenses all adding up, and it’s often necessary to find ways to make extra income. This is where side hustles come in! Side hustles are a way to earn…
4 Profitable Business Ideas for College Students
College is an important time in life where young people can learn new skills and build on existing knowledge. However, college is becoming increasingly more expensive and many students take on massive amounts of student loans. Instead of opting for a part-time job, you might consider starting your own business. You might be surprised to learn that many businesses are…
8 Easy Side Hustles for Teens to Try
Side Hustles for Teens There are plenty of great side hustles for teens who looking to make some extra money for the summer or weekend. When I was a teenager, I often picked up several different types of side hustles. From pet sitting to website design, this post will share both traditional and unconventional side hustle ideas teenagers can try.…
8 Businesses to Start With $10k, $20k, $50k
If you have 10k, 20k, or 50k, it might be a perfect time to jumpstart your career and invest in starting a business. You’ll be able to become your own boss, work on your own schedule and make money doing something you love! So, you’re probably wondering which business you can start when you have 10k, 20k, or 50k. The…
9 Businesses to start with $1k, $2k, $5k
Most people believe that starting a business costs a fortune, which is why many think they can’t start their own business without a large budget. However, that’s not always the case, as there are a lot of different businesses you can start with just a couple of thousands of dollars. If you’re looking to become an entrepreneur, you can start…
Google Project Management Certificate Cost (& How to Reduce It!)
A Google Project Management Certificate is a valuable asset for anyone looking to increase their skillset without spending a fortune. With this certification, you can demonstrate your abilities with modern project management techniques and show employers that you are up-to-date on the latest industry trends. Not only will it give you an edge over other job candidates, but it will…
Are Gumball Machines Profitable? (Earnings & Tips)
A few years ago, I wrote about how I started a kid’s gumball machine business when I was a teenager with the help of my dad. This has been a really popular post on my blog, in part because many people were surprised that gumball machines can generate over $1,000 in profit each year relatively passively. In this post, I…
Cambodia vs. Singapore: Transportation, Food, and Housing (CoL)
I’ve been living in Cambodia for the last 3 years (2019-2022). In December of 2022, my husband and I were lucky enough to get the opportunity to move to Singapore for his new job. Cambodia and Singapore are like night and day. In this post, I will share some information about the basics of living in both countries, both good…
How to Make Giving Money for Christmas Fun
Christmas is a time for giving, and what could be more fun than giving money as a gift? Sure, you could just hand your loved one some Christmas money as a gift… but why not get creative and have some fun with it? In this blog post, I will share some fun and unique ways to make giving money as…
Airbnb Pros and Cons: Is it worth the money?
If there is one topic in the travel industry that can have people quickly polarized, Airbnb may just be that topic. Much of this arises to how the Airbnb business model has changed over the years, shifting from people renting out extra rooms in their homes to investing in properties for short-term rentals. However, the reality is that Airbnb can…
Make Money for Christmas (20 Easy Ways)
It’s the holiday season and what better way to celebrate than by sharing some tips on how to make money for Christmas? In this post, I will share 20 different ways that you can make some extra cash in the lead-up to Christmas. So whether you are looking for a little side income or want to make some major profits,…
Christmas Money Gift Ideas for Loved Ones
Christmas is coming, so it’s time to start thinking about gifts. If you’re struggling to find the right gift for someone, why not give them a gift in the form of cash? It is simple, easy to use, and always appreciated! The key to giving money as a gift is to make it personal. In this post, I will share…
Inexpensive Christmas Gift Ideas (Free to $50)
Inexpensive Christmas gift ideas are hard to come up with. With family, friends, coworkers, and party hosts to shop for… it Christmas can quickly become an expensive time of year. I’ve even found myself in a creative rut, giving the same presents each year or giving the same present to multiple people on my list! That is why I decided…
Introduction to Affiliate Marketing
Today’s guest post on, “Introduction to Affiliate Marketing”, was written by Matt from thewahman. This is Cash for Kat’s 9th guest post! If you would like to check out our other guest posts, you can find them under the Guest Post Category. Our last guest post was on 10 Best Side Hustle Apps to Earn Extra Money by Ash and Peri.…
Don’t Start a Side Hustle; Start An Income Stream
“Don’t start a side hustle”, is not something I ever thought I’d find myself saying as a personal finance blogger. But here we are! Over the last few weeks, I’ve been writing about how you can start freelancing on Upwork – and this got me thinking. There is so much more to freelancing than creating a side income! I wanted…
10 Best Side Hustle Apps To Earn Extra Money
Today’s guest post on, “10 Best Side Hustle Apps To Earn Extra Money”, was written by Ash and Pri from AshandPri.com. This is Cash for Kat’s 8th guest post! If you would like to start at the beginning, check out Zero to Full-Time Income by Kathrin from A Chat with Kat. Our last guest post was on What it Means to Have a…
Life Updates: Wedding, Singapore, Business, Blog
Time for a little life update! One of my goals for the new year is to start sharing more about my personal life on the blog. I feel like I have done a bit of that by sharing how I quit my job to travel the world and started a business at 24, but there is so much I don’t share.…
How to Make Money in One Hour (Fast!)
In today’s economy, it can be tough to make ends meet. If you’re looking for a way to make some extra cash quickly, you’ve come to the right place. In this blog post, we will discuss five easy ways that you can make money in one hour or less! Keep reading for more information. How to Make Money in One…
What it Means to Have a Side Hustle!
Today’s guest post on, “What it Means to Have a Side Hustle”, was written by Alexander Kelm from The Wall St. Nerd. This is Cash for Kat’s 7th guest post! If you would like to start at the beginning, check out Zero to Full-Time Income by Kathrin from A Chat with Kat. Our last guest post was on Why is…
13 Life-Changing Ways to Invest in Yourself
If you found this post, it is likely because you are ready to take the first step toward investing in yourself. Congratulations! You’d be hard-pressed to find a person who says, “I don’t want to invest in myself”. That’s because everyone knows that even a small investment can greatly improve your quality of life! To successfully invest in yourself, you…
17 Halloween Business Ideas to Make Money
You will find it easy to make some extra money with these 17 Halloween business ideas! From costumes and decorations to party planning and catering, there is something for everyone on this list. So put on your thinking cap and get ready to make some money! In this blog post, we will discuss simple business ideas that you can start…
Is Upwork Worth It? My Freelancing Experience
I get this question a lot: Is Upwork worth it? Today, I’m going to share my experience as a freelancer who has used Upwork several times over the last 2 years. I’ve landed some great clients through the platform, and I’ve also been fortunate enough to earn some good side money. In this post, I’ll share which kind of freelancers…
Personal Capital Review: Key Features, Pros, Cons
Personal Capital is a free service that helps you track your net worth, manage your investments, and plan for retirement. You might be surprised to learn that Personal Capital was founded in 2009 by Bill Harris. Mr. Harris is the former CEO of Intuit and PayPal! This fun fact certainly explains why this platform is one of the best wealth…
Fiverr vs. Upwork: Which is best for freelancers?
If you are a freelancer, you have likely heard of both Fiverr and Upwork. They are two of the most popular freelance marketplaces on the internet. But which one is better for you? To answer this question we will focus on the three things that matter most to freelancers: ability to get clients, platform fees, and how long it takes…