Need Fast Cash? Be a Movie Extra
posted: 222 DAYS 2 HOURS AGO
Getty Images
Get paid to stand around all day eating free food, then do a quick walk across the camera frame, or something of that sort. It's easy money the good old fashioned Hollywood way. How can you become a movie extra? Read our post and find out.
New Math for IRA Savings
posted: 228 DAYS 2 HOURS AGO
A Roth IRA could be your new best friend in this scary investing environment if you use your tax-deferred earnings the right way (should you eventually have earnings) and now might be the best time to start fully funding it while your income is down.
Teen Hopes YouTube Can Find Dad Job
posted: 241 DAYS 5 HOURS AGO
filed under: Make More
It's a little bit like Sleepless in Seattle, the 2.0 version, as a kid tries to hook his dad up with a job the modern way -- by pitching him on YouTube for any prospective employers.
Visit msnbc.com for Breaking News, World News, and News about the Economy
Funding the Jolly Green Giant Economy
posted: 242 DAYS 1 HOUR AGO
Toyota/AP
The stimulus bill is dumping billions into science and technology shops, many of them producing green products and services. Where is your money going? We're following the trail in our "Stimulate US" series.
Talking Smak on Social Media Networks
posted: 244 DAYS 2 HOURS AGO
Smaknews, a new social media network, is trying to position itself as the heir apparent to digg -- especially designed to capture news of interest to women. Given the rise of groups like TwitterMoms, they could be on to something big.
Economy Causing Model Misbehavior?
posted: 244 DAYS 3 HOURS AGO
It used to be that in hard times, people would turn to get-rich-quick schemes, but these days, the surest route to fast money is by getting on TV. So maybe that's what was behind the frenzy at the auditions of America's Next Top Model.
Can Your Blog Get Bailout Funds?
posted: 247 DAYS 1 HOUR AGO
Getty Images
A novel new widget on the Web helps you find out your worth in bailout funds, based on a calculus of your various rankings on sites like Technorati and Twitter. No actual cash is involved, but we're very proud that WalletPop is at the top of the list!
Bailout Bill Strikes Again! This Time in D.C.
posted: 261 DAYS 2 HOURS AGO
The mysterious cash benefactor took his promotional road show to the national's capital this week, collecting more stories of pathos and genuine need for his web site as he handed out $450,000 in cash. What do these sad stories say about us as a nation?
Microsoft to Train 2 Million Americans
posted: 264 DAYS 6 HOURS AGO
AP
The tech giant is starting a new program to train workers for the upcoming changes in IT work, which will offer classes and job information for free to up to 2 million people.
PERSONAL FINANCE
- Bargains
- Banking
- Budget
- Calculators
- College Finance
- Community
- Credit
- Deals
- Debt
- Economizer
- Food
- Home
- Fraud
- Insurance
- Interest Rates
- Loans
- Mortgages
- Real Estate
- Recalls
- Recession
- Retirement
- Saving
- Simplification
- Specials
- Taxes
FROM THE BLOG
- Ask WalletPop
- Buyer Beware
- Celebs & Money
- Fantastic Freebies
- Kids and Money
- Loose Change
- Ripoffs and Scams
- Sex Sells
- Stimulate US
- The Dolans
- Video
INVESTING
- DailyFinance
- Stock Quotes
- Stock Charts
- Stock Ticker
- Portfolio
- Stock Screener
- Broker Center
- Mutual Fund Center
- ETF Center
- Money
- 24/7 Wall St.
- Financial Glossary
SMALL BUSINESS
RECESSION-PROOF JOB aDVICE
Find out which jobs are best bets for these uncertain economic times.
Interest Rates
| Type | Current | APR |
|---|---|---|
| 30 yr fixed mtg | 5.02% | 5.15% |
| 5/1 ARM | 4.09% | 3.79% |
| $30K HELOC | 5.23% | 0.00% |
| 36 month new car loan | 6.45% | 0.00% |
| 1 yr CD | 1.60% | 1.62% |
BEST PLACES FOR JOBS
While many areas around the country are cutting jobs, some are thriving. Find out where.
How Much Should I Save?
MAKE MORE MONEY
START A BUSINESS
Some of the country's top businesses were started during the worst economic times. Learn more about small business opportunities and find out if you're ready to take the plunge.
ECONOMIZE WITH WEBLOGS
- Gift cards deals to die for
- Half-priced appetizers at TGI Friday's until December 23
- Lou's Clues: Subtracting the additives ... and make a cheaper, healthier meal
- Walmart wants you to know it's the cheapest
- All-in-one breakfast muffin saves you money
- StyleList Is...Bargain shopping for America
- Toyota launches Ecodriving campaign across Europe
Retirement Basics
When looking for retirement help, start with an understanding of the fundamentals. Retirement help begins with the basics of maximizing benefits.
Savings Account Basics
Don't know the difference between an APR and APY? Want to know which options are available for savings accounts? Click below to find those answers and more.
