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…
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…
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.…
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…
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…
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…
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”, 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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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 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…
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…
With so many options for keeping track of your money, it can become overwhelming to decide which financial tools you should use. That is why I wanted to pull together a list of the 13 best wealth management apps, along with the ones I personally use, so that you can pick the best one for you. I’ve used most of…
Starting out as a freelancer can be tough, but it’s not impossible. There are a number of great websites that can help you find freelance work and get started on your career. In this post, we’ll take a look at some of the best freelancing websites for beginners. These websites will help you get started with finding clients, landing new…
Making the decision between freelancing vs. entrepreneurship is not always an easy choice. There are pros and cons to both options, and it can be difficult to decide which path is right for you. In this blog post, we will discuss the differences between freelancing and entrepreneurship, and help you decide which route is best for you. Freelancing vs. Entrepreneurship:…
There are many important skills business owners should know and continually work on. Developing new skills and refining old ones is perhaps one of the most important business investments you will make. You may have some of these skills already, but you will find that a successful business owner needs to reach some level of proficiency in almost all of…
This post is a detailed guide on how to find clients on Upwork in 2023! As you may have already guessed, there is a good reason that I’ve been quiet on the blog for the last three months. And that reason is that I’ve been really focused on increasing my income before the New Year! In December, I dedicated some…
It has been a few weeks since I’ve last posted on the blog, but I promise I have a good reason! And that reason is that my TikTok addiction has finally proven itself to be useful. Needless to say, a lot of the TikToks that land on my “for you” page are related to personal finance and business. A few…
Today I’m going to share with you how I was able to manifest over $20,000 in less than 6 months. This post has practical tips that will help you start taking action. I will not be talking about the kind of manifesting where you bury money in your backyard or put a bunch of random things in a jar together.…
As any pet lover knows, we will go above and beyond to make sure our pets are happy and healthy while we are away. That’s our fur baby! In this post, we will cover how much you can make as a pet sitter, ways to get started, and an extensive list of the pros and cons! How to Start a…
Many people wait years before they start a business. There are many things that can hold you back from finding the motivation necessary to get started. When I first started my business at 24, I definitely had hundreds of reasons why I wasn’t ready. At the end of the day, I really had to question my own self-limiting beliefs to…
