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Film director, producer, and screenwriter Nancy Meyers made Father of the Bride, Something’s Gotta Give, It’s Complicated, The Holiday, and many more iconic flicks. But beyond making some classic and beloved films, Meyers also established a signature interior design aesthetic. 

If you’re envisioning spending summer at the beach and entering your coastal grandmother era (like me), here are a few tips and tricks for a Nancy Meyers coastal summer at home.

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Lots of Rattan

In Meyers’ films, rattan and woven items tucked throughout the rooms give them a coastal feel: baskets, area rugs, even blinds. These are great pieces for not only the summer season but can be used throughout the year! 

Target Threshold Large Natural Woven Round Basket, $30

Target Threshold Round Decorative Basket Natural, $40

Target Nuloom Alanis Jute Area Rug, $69

Target Threshold Woven Runner Rug, $100

To keep things organized and convenient, you might want to invest in this adorable wicker tray from Target. Light and easy to carry, this item will be the perfect accessory for all those summer evenings with guests. 

Target Threshold Rattan Tray Light Brown, $15

Meyers must have a soft spot for dogs, as they appear in a few of her films! If you’re in need of a new bed for the family puppy, IKEA offers this extremely sweet rattan dog bed.

IKEA UTSADD Rattan Dog Bed, $89

You can’t have a coastal inspired summer without a rattan or wicker chair. Meyers clearly loves them too, as you can find these chairs situated all over her sets. The fun thing about rattan or wicker chairs is they’re extremely versatile. Perfect for the porch in summer to soak in the hydrangeas or as a cozy office chair in the winter for reading books. 

Target Threshold x Studio McGee Woven Barrel Back Chair & Cushion, $280

IKEA also has an excellent selection of rattan chairs under $250. This adorable IKEA Wing chair reminds me of the rattan chairs my own grandmother had when I was small. 

IKEA Risholmen Wing Chair, $239

IKEA Holmsta Armchair, $219

IKEA Agen Armchair, $99

Summer is for entertaining on the patio or near the pool, and that may mean you are in need of a rattan bar cart! (There can never be too many woven or rattan textures, in my opinion.) 

Target Threshold Exmore Serving Cart Rattan, $250

Pops of Blue

Meyers is known for designing her coastal sets by mixing patterns, textures, and colors. She allows the homes to have a neutral base while simultaneously adding in patterns and bold pieces (in a way that isn’t overwhelming) to provide contrast and color. The go-to color for coastal style is blue, of course. 

In Something’s Gotta Give, Nancy and her set decorator, Beth Rubino, placed floral accent pillows in Erica’s living room, as well as on the pool deck, giving the space a fresh summer feel. In the dining area, the blue and white flower chair covers add a vintage feel. If florals aren’t your thing though, an indigo stripe or a solid blue linen pillow cover might be the perfect fit.

Oxford Light Indigo Blue Organic Cotton Pillow Sham, $59

Blue Organic Laundered Linen Throw Pillow With Insert, $69

Hydrangeas

On the East Coast, the beloved hydrangea is seen all around gardens and in vases throughout the home. In Meyers’ films, she made sure to include these charming flowers. If you’re not lucky enough to have these beauties growing in your garden out back, Hobby Lobby carries a variety of colorful faux flowers! My favorite is the noted blue, but another option is the green hydrangea or the classic white. The best part is you can re-use them each summer.

Hobby Lobby Hydrangea Stem Blue, $20

Hobby Lobby Hydrangea Stem Apple Green, $11

Hobby Lobby Hydrangea Bush White, $20

The Nancy Meyers Kitchen

I love how Nancy Meyers started a trend 15 plus years ago, and it’s still going strong. Who knew she would be the one to create the desired white kitchen look and have women begging their interior designers to give their kitchen the Nancy Meyers makeover? 

Marble countertops are featured throughout her films. If you don’t have any marble within your home, then there are a variety of ways to bring it into your space. In It’s Complicated, a beautiful marble tray is featured in the bathroom holding Jane’s favorite products. Another option is to add a marble canister for toothbrushes, or a marble utensil holder in your kitchen.

Pottery Barn Frost Marble Tray, $39

Target Threshold Utensil Holder, $25

Target Threshold Marble Canister, $15

Finding character pieces from a thrift shop or an antique sale can bring in a classical touch to a space as well. I always think of the way Meyers adds in copper pots or accessories to her kitchens. They’re usually hanging or situated on the stove at the ready. She also adds in various vintage decorative vessels or brass candlestick holders.

Crate And Barrel Emmett Antique Brass Candle Holder Set, $104

The Food Nanny Copper Ladle, $50

Books

Nancy Meyers knows the power of books. The large, white, built-in bookcases she adds to her movie sets or the way she tucks a bookshelf into the kitchen island like on Something’s Gotta Give creates a cozy atmosphere time and time again.

One place I find decorative books is at Goodwill. I choose hardcover books within my color palette, but I also pay attention to the topic, the aesthetic, and the photography. I prefer books on interior design, cooking, and, of course, coastal living. I also love switching out the featured books, depending on the season. All the ones I have out now are full of flowers, light summer meals, and photos that remind me of the coast.

Al Fresco: Inspired Ideas For Outdoor Living, $15

The Brooklyn Home: Modern Havens In The City, $22

Closing Thoughts

We may not all get to live on the East Coast enjoying hydrangeas in the garden or an evening walk on the beach, but these are some simple (and affordable) ways to bring the Nancy Meyers coastal feel to your own space, creating warmth and giving you the ultimate summer escape at home.

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For many Americans, one of the best ways to get closer to their ideal annual income is to learn how to make money online. 

According to a 2024 study from Smart Asset, individual Americans need an annual salary of $96,500 to live comfortably in a major city, and families with two children need to make about $235,000.

However, the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) recently reported that the weekly median earnings for Americans was $1,139. This makes the median annual salary a little less than $60,000—far below the annual cost of living in many cities. 

Some leverage the thriving “gig economy,” where you find contracted gigs in a virtual marketplace, and others generate passive income. Regardless of your skill set and interests, you’re sure to find something that works for you.

We put together a list of 27 different ways you can make money from home to supplement your income. You’ll also learn what it takes to get started and whether or not it’s right for you.

1. Find miscellaneous freelance jobs 

A great place to start when learning how to make money online is by looking at platforms that offer a wide range of work. Before diving into the rest of the list, it’s helpful to know about popular platforms like Upwork and Fiverr. Every day, people and companies post jobs you may be perfect for.

At these sites, you can type in some of your various skills to see if any jobs are available. You can also create a detailed profile marketing your skills so people can find you more easily and offer you work.

Best for: People with a wide range of skills.

What you need to get started: Skills will vary depending on the specific job.

2. Take online surveys

Many companies out there want to get opinions from specific demographics and will pay you to take these surveys. While these don’t pay as much as many of the other options on the list, they also don’t take that long to do, so they are a simple way to make extra money. You can sign up to take these surveys at websites like Survey Junkie or Swagbucks.

Best for: Anyone with access to the internet.

What you need to get started: Access to a web browser.

3. Perform data entry

Data entry is a skill that many people can learn if they don’t already have experience. Doing data entry typically involves inputting data from different sources into a spreadsheet. Sometimes, you can find businesses looking for long-term workers, which can offer a little more stability than finding “gig work.” In addition to sites like Upwork and Fiverr, you can find data entry work at TechSpeed and Oworkers.

Best for: Well-organized individuals.

What you need to get started: Some proficiency with spreadsheet programs like Excel and Google Sheets.

4. Become an online tutor

For teachers looking for online side hustles, becoming an online tutor is a great option. Even if you’re not a teacher, you may be able to find some subjects that you can help students with. The platforms that link tutors with students usually cover school subjects like math, English, foreign languages, writing, and more. You can sign up to tutor on websites like TutorMe, Skooli, and Preply.

Best for: Those who love to teach.

What you need to get started: Experience teaching and expertise in the subject matter.

5. Be a virtual assistant

Many businesses of all sizes need additional help, so they hire virtual assistants. Virtual assistant tasks can vary depending on the gig. Some of these opportunities may be for one day of work, but others may need help for longer stretches of time. 

These may pay you per job or per hour, and you can find these gigs on any freelance website. As of 2024, the average hourly rate for virtual assistants is $24 per hour and can be upward of almost $34 per hour.

Best for: People with a wide range of skills.

What you need to get started: Skills will vary depending on the specific job, but some skills can be helpful for many gigs like project management, organization skills, and data entry.

6. Get paid for your perspective

Focus groups are a key aspect of marketing, but it’s no longer just for new products hitting store shelves. In the digital age, companies are looking for people to review the user experience for their websites. 

Sites like UserTesting pay you to share your opinions about different products from a variety of different brands. There are also sites like Userbrain that allow you to test different websites, applications, and software.

Best for: Individuals who like sharing their opinions.

What you need to get started: Access to a web browser.

7. Rent out your stuff

Do you have things that you don’t mind renting out? Well, websites like FriendWithA connect you with people who are looking to rent various items. Some of the main items people rent include cameras and film equipment, tools, generators, bikes, and other items people may only need for a day or two.

Best for: People with items they aren’t regularly using.

What you need to get started: Items in good condition to rent.

8. Rent out a room

In addition to apps like Uber, Airbnb is one of the most popular platforms in the new “sharing economy.” Many people use Airbnb as an alternative to hotels while traveling, but some people need a room to rent for longer periods. 

Joining a platform like Airbnb allows you to make use of the extra room in your home for both travelers and long-term renters.

Best for: People with an extra room or home.

What you need to get started: A well-maintained room or home.

9. Sell used items

Selling used items is one of the best ways to make money because we all have things we no longer use. You no longer need to have a garage sale to sell your old items because there are platforms that can help you find buyers. There’s a long list of platforms that allow you to sell your used items like: 

One of the primary advantages is that you’re no longer limited to your neighborhood and can reach a larger pool of potential buyers. If you have unique novelty items you’re willing to sell, you may want to consider a platform like eBay, where people are regularly looking for hard-to-find items. This is also a great way for kids to make extra money by selling old toys.

Some of these sites are also a great way to make money fast online because they have quick payouts once an item is sold. If the buyer is local, you can get paid the same day.

Best for: Those with old items they no longer need.

What you need to get started: Supplies to ship orders or transportation to deliver locally.

10. Sell graphic design services

There’s no shortage of graphic design jobs, and you can find these jobs through freelance websites or directly with businesses. Many businesses of all sizes need people who can design advertisements, logos, and more. If you’re a graphic designer, it may be a good idea to create a website that hosts a portfolio of your work where people can contact you directly as well.

Although it’s helpful if you have a background in graphic design, you can learn many graphic design skills on your own. There are many helpful tutorials for popular programs like Photoshop on YouTube and other social media sites.

Best for: Graphic designers.

What you need to get started: Graphic design software.

11. Create online courses

Is there something you know quite a bit about that you can teach to others? If so, you can create and sell online courses. From work-related topics to yoga to parenting strategies, offering classes for something you are a subject matter expert in can help you make money while doing something you love! Some of the best websites to sell your courses include Udemy, Skillshare, and Teachable.

You may want to familiarize yourself with online course platforms because they are a great resource to broaden your skills. If you’re willing to invest some time and a little money, there are many courses to teach you new skills that you can turn into more ways to make money online.

Best for: Those who love to teach.

What you need to get started: Expertise in the subject matter you want to teach.

12. Self-publish books

There are many ways for writers to make money online, and writing books is easier than ever. You no longer need to go through a publisher to make money selling books. Today, there are many different websites that allow you to self-publish and sell your books. 

The most popular site is Amazon’s Kindle Direct Publishing (KDP), but you can also sell your books on websites like Apple, Google Play books, Kobo, and more. If you have a microphone, you can turn your books into audiobooks as a way to make even more money from your writing.

Best for: Writers.

What you need to get started: Writing software.

13. Start a blog

Blogging became big as a way to make extra money online in the early days of the internet, and it’s still very viable. The great thing about blogging is that you can write about anything you’re interested in and just need to find others who are interested in the same topic. 

There are different ways to make money from a blog. You can create your own website and sell Google Ad space or find sponsors. You can also use platforms like Medium, which has a built-in audience, and you can earn revenue as more people read your posts.

Best for: Those who like to write.

What you need to get started: Writing skills and knowledge about a topic.

14. Do freelance writing

Although many news outlets and websites have dedicated journalists, there is also a lot of work out there for freelance writing. Some of the biggest websites out there, from the Washington Post to the New York Times, take submissions from freelance writers. 

One of the best ways to find freelance writing work is by following editors on X (formerly known as Twitter). They’ll often post asking for people who can write on a specific topic. Sometimes, these gigs will pay hundreds of dollars for a single article. If you’re a fast writer and can write articles within a couple of hours, you could earn an hourly rate of $100 an hour or more.

If there’s a specific website you’d like to write for, just check and see if they have a page that tells you how to submit pitches for articles. Keep in mind that each publication pays different rates, and sometimes, the work can be inconsistent.

Best for: Writers.
What you need to get started: Writing software.

15. Find voice-over work

There are many people looking for voice-over work in advertisements, presentations, or audiobooks. If you can read a script, there may be people out there who will hire you for your voice work. Freelance platforms like Upwork often have miscellaneous voiceover job postings, but you can make more with longer-form content.

ACX is the platform Amazon’s Audible uses for authors to find people to read their audiobooks. The prices vary, but you can sometimes make significantly more there than on the freelance websites.

Best for: Anyone with a great voice.

What you need to get started: A microphone with good quality.

16. Sell arts and crafts

There are many different marketplaces online for those who love making arts and crafts. One of the most popular marketplaces is Etsy, and there’s a market for just about anything you enjoy making. You can make your own prices, and the platform takes a small percentage of the sale. 

Best for: Creatives and artists.

What you need to get started: Materials to create items.

17. Sell stock photography and videos

Have you ever wondered where websites get their high-quality photos or videos? Many of them don’t have in-house photographers or videographers. They buy stock photos and stock video footage for a variety of projects. 

For those who love photography and videography, there are a variety of websites that will buy your photos and videos. Websites like SmugMug Pro, 500px, Getty Images, and many others will pay you for the rights to your photos and videos.

Best for: Photographers and videographers.

What you need to get started: A camera.

18. Sell royalty-free music

Similar to photography and videography, many websites will pay you for your music. This type of music goes in the background of YouTube videos, advertisements, and anywhere else people may need some background music. Websites like Epidemic Sound and Pond5 are good places to start when it comes to selling your tunes.

Best for: Musicians.

What you need to get started: Instruments and recording equipment. Royalty and licensing information is available on the websites.

19. Create an e-commerce website

There are many websites that allow you to sell your product, but each one takes a percentage of the profits for using their platform. You can keep a larger portion of your profits by creating an e-commerce website. 

When you create your own website, you’ll hold onto most of the profits. One of the most popular ways to sell is with Shopify, which easily plugs into your website. Shopify and similar services have fees as well, but it’s less than using a platform like Etsy.

The primary downside is that marketplaces like Etsy have a built-in user base, so you would have to do your own marketing to get the word out about your website.

Best for: People with something to sell who want a larger portion of the profits.

What you need to get started: The ability to create a website.

20. Utilize affiliate links

Affiliate links are a way to make additional money that work in conjunction with many of the other jobs on this list. An affiliate link is a special link that you use for a product or service from a company, and each time someone uses your link, you get a commission. This is how many stay-at-home parents popularized blogging in the 2000s. You can easily make passive income by using affiliate links with any of the following:

  • Personal blogs and websites
  • Social media profiles and content
  • Podcasts

In an interview with Business Insider, creative entrepreneur and YouTuber Roberto Blake explained how he started making $5,000 a month from affiliate marketing. “I fell into affiliate marketing from the Amazon affiliate program, but then I realized a lot of subscriptions and software I was using had programs, too,” said Blake while discussing additional ways to do affiliate marketing.

Best for: Those who also make money from creating a platform like a blog, YouTube channel, or podcast.

What you need to get started: Discussing other products and services that you can link to.

21. Edit audio or video

There are many different job postings on freelance websites for audio and video editing. Many companies find freelancers through sites like Upwork and Fiverr to help them with their marketing content.

In addition to companies hiring audio and video editors, many social media influencers on platforms like YouTube and TikTok outsource their editing. Podcasters often hire audio editors as well. 

This is another one of the skills that you can potentially learn if you don’t have experience yet.

Best for: People who enjoy editing audio and video.

What you need to get started: Software to edit audio and video.

22. Edit copy

People are always looking for editors. Whether it’s an author looking for someone to edit their next book or a company that needs an editor for something they’re publishing for the public, people need their words to look excellent. Previously mentioned websites like Upwork and Fiverr regularly have jobs for editors, but you can also find work at Reedsy and Wordvice.

Best for: Those who love language.

What you need to get started: Familiarity with the English language and various types of grammar rules, such as Chicago or AP style.

23. Become a social media influencer

Currently, it’s easier than ever to make money online through social media platforms. Platforms like YouTube and TikTok pay creators directly through their creator programs. Typically, you have to meet certain criteria to be eligible for these programs, but some people make hundreds or even thousands of dollars each month through them.

If you’re an online business owner, a writer, or anyone who sells products or services, social media is a great way to find new buyers. On these platforms, you can provide links to your products, and you can also include affiliate links as a way to earn even more.

Best for: People who don’t mind being on camera.

What you need to get started: Some or all of the following: a camera, smartphone, and editing software.

24. Start a podcast

Podcasting is an easy way to start making content that could potentially make you money. You have a lot of creative freedom with podcasts as well. You can talk about topics that you’re interested in, tell stories, or interview people. Then, you can broadcast it to thousands or even millions of potential listeners on apps like Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

It can take some time to make money from podcasting. Unlike social media platforms like YouTube or TikTok, podcasting platforms don’t have a program to pay creators. Podcasters primarily make their money from advertisements and affiliate links. Once you have a dedicated audience, you can reach out to companies to sell ad space on your podcast.

Best for: People who enjoy talking.

What you need to get started: A microphone and audio-editing software.

25. Create a newsletter

Newsletters were some of the first ways for people to make money online. Services like Mailchimp and others allow you to create an email list and send a newsletter out to your subscribers. 

The newsletter can be as frequent as you’d like, you can discuss different topics that interest you, and you can put it behind a paywall on your website. Substack is a newer platform that combines blogging with newsletters, and you can charge readers a monthly or annual subscription. This is a helpful tool for those who don’t want to build their own website.

You can also use a newsletter as a way to promote your online business and alert your customers of new products or discounts.

Anne Janzer is a self-published author and discusses how she uses her newsletter to sell more books. “When I have something new going on, I can go and ask those folks, ‘Hey, can you share the word about this?’ and they’re the first ones to go out and post about my new book,” Janzer said in an interview about how her newsletter leads to more sales.

Best for: Writers and people with an online business.
What you need to get started: The ability to write.

26. Walk or board dogs

If you’re a dog lover, this may be the right option for you. There are apps like Wag and Rover that connect dog walkers with people, but you can board dogs as well. For those who rent, you may need your landlord’s approval before boarding dogs, but this is a great option for those who want to make money from home.

Both Wag and Rover offer additional dog services for those with other dog specialties. These include:

  • Drop-in visits to check on dogs while the owner is away
  • Dog training
  • Dog sitting

Best for: People who love dogs.

What you need to get started: Possibly transportation to get to clients and a home that allows pets if you choose to board them.

27. Trade stocks

This path of making money from home is on the riskier side, but it can also come with higher rewards. The difference between investing and day trading stocks is that investments are long term, whereas trading involves buying and selling stocks on a daily basis. 

To make money trading stocks, you’ll need to stay updated on all of the latest stock news and learn when to buy and sell properly. There’s a learning curve to trading stocks, but some people make full-time income trading stocks through brokerages like Charles Schwab, Vanguard, or Robinhood.

Best for: People with a high risk tolerance.

What you need to get started: Before trading, you’ll want to learn as much as you can about various stocks and how to read the market to minimize losses. Then, you need a computer to trade, or you can trade on apps like Robinhood.

Making money online can help you pay off your debts

If you have a lot of debt, allocating funds from your paycheck can be difficult. Making money online is a great way to earn extra income that you can put toward your debts and potentially improve your credit. Some people are even able to make more money online than they would in an office job.

Having a good credit score is also a way to get access to credit cards and loans. You can use these to fund your online business or better equipment. This all starts with knowing your credit health and having the right tools. 

At Credit.com, you can get your free credit report card to check your credit. Sign up for ExtraCredit for additional tools like credit monitoring and ways to report additional payments to the major credit bureaus.

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More than citrus and citronella.

When you conjure up your favorite summer memories, what comes to mind? Maybe it’s seaside vacations with family, a crowded music festival with your favorite people, or a quiet solo weekend in a mountain cabin. 

Did you know that your brain processes emotion and scent as one? That’s because smells are processed by the olfactory bulb, a structure in the front of the brain that connects to the limbic system, the areas responsible for emotion and memory. So whether you want to remember the waves or the tranquil mountainside creek or the sweet smell of popcorn and cotton candy, these summer candle scents will awaken your best feelings through fragrance. Our experts weigh in to help you find a new favorite. 

The subdued charm of honeysuckle

If you’re from the eastern areas of the United States, you know the sweet, unassuming scent of summer – the honeysuckle. Some people love the smell so much that they add the flowers to consumables like tea and pastries to savor it fully. 

“Our honeysuckle candle will transport you to a time of running through the beautiful lush, blooming honeysuckle fields with hints of citrus and dewy notes of honeysuckle and blooming jasmine with undertones of wood adding texture and balance to this beautiful candle fragrance.  You cannot go wrong with this best-smelling candle.” says Tanisha of Malaysian Lights Candle Company. 

Or, as Dr. Liz Lehman of Aluminate Life, adds, “The scent of honeysuckle immediately takes me back to childhood summers in upstate New York, where hot days were spent skipping rocks in rivers edged with fragrant white and yellow honeysuckle. Those warm nights, running barefoot through dewy grass to catch lightning bugs, were enveloped in honeysuckle’s lush, sweet aroma. This fragrance truly captures the essence of a summer vacation — warm, sweet, and joyously carefree.” 

Scents of the sea

A beach vacation has become the standard summer getaway for many reasons. Capturing the essence of both the beach breeze and the floral and wood notes surrounding you when you visit the shoreline, these candles transport you with the light of a match, whether you dream of finding rental homes in Cape May, NJ, or apartments in San Diego.

“Our sea salt and orchid candle scent is blissfully fragrant, inspiring dreams of coastal landscapes we’re salty and floral magically unite in the purest most intricate way,” says Jessy from Seaside Candle Company. “It creates the perfect balance of complexity yet a flawless aromatic fragrance bringing serenity to your space.

If you’ve ever been to a high-end resort, you know the feeling that scent evokes – ultimate relaxation. It’s the scent of “I’m worth it.” And as we learned from The Candle Lab Cincy, “Vacation means different things to everyone, but our favorite summer vacation scent has to be our sea minerals-inspired candle! Not only is it beachy and fresh, but it reminds us of the most relaxing, luxurious spa as well. The soothing notes of sea salt, eucalyptus, and freesia will have you feeling like you just stepped into a 5-star beach resort!”

Similarly, Zachary Hylton, senior account executive at Aromatic Fragrance International mentions a personal favorite candle: “One of my favorite scents is made by Sea Love and their candle is called Tan Lines. It makes me want to book a ticket straight to the beach and unwind for the week.” 

Meet me in Montauk

Montauk, a beloved inlet on the east side of Long Island, attracts vacationers from NYC and beyond, especially in the summer. This destination has become well known for being a popular fishing and surfing spot but also has charming seaside spots to stop in to rest, eat and shop. 

“The perfect summer vacation scent for me will remind me of grabbing brunch with my friends in Montauk. That’s why I’m going to burn a mandarin/orange candle to give me refreshing mimosa vibes. I love citrus candles and I want people to get into them more!” says Cristian of Nose Best Candles. 

Backyard barbecue with loved ones

For many, a staycation or a lively weekend with friends is the best recipe for summer fun. ​​Maria Schiering of candlespice co. seems to agree. “If a summer anthem could be summed up to a single scent, it would be candlespice co.’s citrus and garden herb candle! The invigorating notes of clementine and lemon blended with the herbal elements of garden lavender and fresh-cut basil make this scent a perfect conversationist for your next backyard barbecue!” 

The sweet rush of a summer street fair

State and county fairs – with their questionably safe rides, fried food and impossible-to-win prizes – have become a staple of nostalgic summer fun for many. “My favorite summer scent is cotton candy. Its airy sweetness and sugary aroma instantly bring back memories of summer fairs and carefree childhood days. This whimsical scent fills any space with a dreamy, joyful vibe, making every moment feel like a delightful summer adventure.” says Rochelle Campbell of Pure Intentions Candle Company. 

Cozy up to coconuts and woods

Sweetness and woods combine to create the ultimate cozy scent that’s still fresh enough for a hot summer day. Who says you have to save the woody hotels for winter? According to Will Diedrich, who co-owns Diedrich Candle Company with his wife, “Rachel and I have built our business, Diedrich Candle Company, around the idea that fragrances provide comfort and enrich people’s lives. Our favorite scent for summer is coconut and mahogany. When summer rolls around, you can find us at Panama City Beach sipping on a tropical drink, warm sand between our toes as the fresh ocean air blows through our hair. Coconut and mahogany capture all these wonderful scents in a jar and bring the beach vacation to you, wherever you are.” 

Earthy, garden scents reminiscent of SoCal

California is a popular vacation spot for travelers hoping to catch sun and surf. As Ericka Anderson, CEO of The New Savant, so poetically adds, “Sunny, verdant, and endlessly dreamy, we have an energizing fragrance that centers one of our founder’s favorite smells and an unusual note to find in candles: fresh dill. Combined with cucumber, juicy peaches and wet earth, our Heatwave candle is balanced, unique and the perfect scent to burn for a little mood boost.”

A run to the ice cream truck

When you look back to your childhood, do you remember the joy you experienced at the musical ice cream truck cruising through your neighborhood? Catching it just in time and buying a sweet treat is a happiness that’s hard to replicate in adulthood.

Take yourself back to those blissful moments just by lighting a candle. Tanisha from Malaysian Lights Candles describes this gorgeous scent: “The first stop on our trip is our orange dreamsickle cupcake candle! Bursting with zesty orange notes and exotic Hawaiian pineapple swirled in creamy, sweet vanilla. This cupcake candle will make you feel as excited as you were when standing at the ice cream truck as a child.”

Summer candle scents for every home and memory

As you’ve seen here, if you can dream it, you’ll find a candle for it. Whether you want to find yourself somewhere less landlocked or transport yourself to the county fair, we’ve captured the best of summer in candle scents. Light a match or flick a lighter, and you’re off to the best vacation or staycation you’ve ever had. What are you waiting for?

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For many of us, leather has become synonymous with luxury, elegance, and quality.

Famed for its durability as well as its beauty, the material is a staple of high-end interior design, especially when it comes to furnishings. From sofas and ottomans to accent pillows and wall coverings, leather can be an excellent choice for interior furnishing.

However, as with any material or design choice, there can be downsides. Leather may or may not be the best choice for furnishing your luxury space, and here we’ll explore some of its advantages and disadvantages — so you can decide whether it’s a good fit for your space.

The disadvantages of leather furnishings

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Cost: Real leather can be significantly more expensive than fabric. This cost can vary depending on the quality and craftsmanship of the leather, and the brand’s reputation.

Susceptibility to damage: Unfortunately, sharp objects can scratch, tear, or puncture leather surfaces. Thankfully, you can repair leather with household products like shoe glue. To repair a tear with shoe glue, clean the surface of any dust or dirt, apply the adhesive, and tape it into place. Once the glue is dry, the tape can be removed.

Sensitivity to environmental conditions: In warm climates, leather can become hot and sticky, and in cold ones, it can become uncomfortably rigid. When exposed to direct sunlight or moisture, leather can fade or discolor.    

Limited style and color options: Although leather furnishings come in various colors and finishes, options may be more limited than with fabric upholstery.

The advantages of leather furnishings

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Elegance and sophistication: Leather’s natural texture and color variations can add a touch of elegance to interior spaces. It’s a highly versatile material, suiting classic, contemporary, and even more leftfield design styles.

Comfort: The soft, smooth feeling of leather is one of its most prized features. It also molds to the body over time, so it can get even more comfortable over the years.

Durability: High-quality leather is extremely durable when compared to fabric upholstery. With the right care and maintenance, leather furnishings can last many years or even decades.

Easy maintenance: Compared to other materials used in upholstery, leather is easy to clean and maintain. You can often simply wipe away spills and stains with a damp cloth, and the leather’s smooth surface makes it easy to dust. To prevent damage from light or moisture, you can keep leather furnishings out of direct sunlight and use widely available protective coatings and leather conditioners.

Leather furniture and pets: Challenges to consider

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While leather furniture can elevate the look and feel of a space, there are a few very specific potential challenges you need to consider if you have pets. Here are some key points to keep in mind:

Susceptibility to scratches and tears: Pets, particularly cats and dogs, can inadvertently damage leather surfaces with their claws. Scratches can be quite visible on leather, and while some minor damage can add character, deep gouges or tears might require professional repair.

Risk of stains and odors: Pet accidents can stain leather and leave lingering odors. While leather is easier to clean than many fabrics, urine and other liquids can penetrate the surface if not promptly addressed, potentially causing lasting damage.

Comfort for pets: Some pets might find leather to be less comfortable compared to softer fabrics. In cold climates, leather can feel cool to the touch, while in warm climates, it can become sticky. Providing pet blankets or designated pet areas can help mitigate this.

Maintenance: Regular maintenance is crucial to keep leather furniture in good condition when you have pets. This includes routine cleaning to remove pet hair and dander, as well as applying leather conditioners to maintain the material’s suppleness and prevent drying or cracking.

Protective measures: To protect leather furniture, consider using pet-friendly covers or throws. These can be easily removed and washed, providing an extra layer of protection against scratches, spills, and general wear and tear.

Options to choose from when adding leather to your interiors

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There are many categories of furniture where leather upholstery is an option. One of the most popular types of leather furnishing is the leather sofa, due to leather’s comfort and malleability. Leather is also popular for many other types of chairs, such as armchairs, dining chairs, desk chairs, and even bar stools.

Leather ottomans and storage benches are also popular and stylish — not only do they provide a practical purpose in storing possessions, but they can also double as comfortable seats or footrests. Leather poufs can also be versatile accent pieces in lounges, bedrooms, and similar spaces.

Other types of leather furnishings include headboards, accent pillows, and wall coverings. Thinking outside the box, accessories like picture frames, trays, and decorative boxes can add visual interest to tabletops, shelves, and mantels. 

Your other options

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Before deciding on a material for the upholstery in your luxury living space, it can be worth considering the different options available. There are many luxurious, elegant materials out there. 

If softness and aesthetics are your priorities, a material like velvet can add texture and sophistication and comes in many color variations. Silk, satin, chenille, jacquard, and brocade have similar advantages.

If you’re looking for something more durable for furnishings like sofas and chairs, why not opt for a durable material like leather and pair it with velvet or silk drapery or accent pieces, for example?

For warmth, softness, and durability, cashmere or mohair can be an excellent choice for throws, blankets, and pillows. Alternatively, faux fur can closely replicate the appearance and feel of real fur in a cruelty-free fashion. Last but not least, linen is known for its breathability and understated elegance.

Making the right choice for your space (and taste)

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Every material has its advantages and disadvantages. When choosing the best material for your upholstery, drapers, and other furnishings, consider what your priorities are.

Some may value longevity and durability, others comfort, others intricate patterns and a wide range of colors. If in doubt, why not visit a store and see (and touch) different materials in person?

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Do you want to learn how to make $50 a day? Whether you are looking to make extra income with a side hustle or if you are looking for a full-time career, there are many ways to make $50 or more each day. There are many ways to make $50 a day, like working from…

Do you want to learn how to make $50 a day?

Whether you are looking to make extra income with a side hustle or if you are looking for a full-time career, there are many ways to make $50 or more each day.

There are many ways to make $50 a day, like working from home or selling things online. Learning how to make extra money can change your life, whether it’s for daily expenses, saving for big goals, or even early retirement. Making $50 a day can be a stepping stone or a big achievement.

Best Ways To Make $50 a Day

Below are the best ways to make $50 a day.

Recommended reading: How To Make $100 A Day

1. Sell printables

Earning $50 a day can be possible with printables. Making and selling things on Etsy is a super creative way to earn money on the internet. It’s especially great for people who are into art and creativity to make some extra cash.

Printables are digital files that customers can download and print on their own. Some examples of what you can sell on Etsy include shopping lists, gift tags, art you can print and hang on your wall, travel checklists, and coloring pages.

Plus, if you want to learn how to make $50 dollars a day in passive income, then selling digital products like printables is one option to start with.

I recommend reading How I Make Money Selling Printables On Etsy to learn more.

Do you want to make money selling printables online? This free training will give you great ideas on what you can sell, how to get started, the costs, and how to make sales.

2. Proofreading

Earning $50 a day might seem tricky, but it’s totally possible if you try proofreading. That’s when you read writing to catch and fix mistakes.

If you like spotting mistakes in writing and want to make $50 every day, then learning to proofread could be a good fit for you.

Proofreading can be something you do on the side or turn into a full-time job that you can do from home. And yes, you can definitely make $50 a day with it. Lots of proofreaders make around $40,000 a year or even more.

To learn more about proofreading, please read How To Start A Proofreading Business And Make $4,000+ Monthly (this is actually an interview with my sister-in-law, who is a very successful proofreader and editor!). 

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This free 76-minute workshop answers all of the most common questions about how to become a proofreader, and even talks about the 5 signs that proofreading could be a perfect fit for you.

3. Blogging

When I first started blogging, one of my goals was to make $50 a day. I have now completely surpassed that goal by a lot, so I know that it is possible!

Starting a blog can be an exciting way to earn some extra cash. You might be surprised to find out that blogging can be quite affordable to start. With a little bit of effort, your blog just might become a place where you can share what you love, and earn money doing it.

A blog is a website that can be about whatever topic you are interested in writing about, such as personal finance, travel, food, organization, family, pets, and more.

You can learn how to start a blog for free at How To Start A Blog FREE Course. In this free course, I teach you what you need to know about starting a blog, from the technical stuff to making your first money and getting people to read it.

There are also many other ways to make money similar to this as well, such as by starting a YouTube channel or TikTok.

4. Answering paid online surveys

Making $50 a day from just surveys would be hard, I will not lie. But, you can combine answering paid online surveys with some other side hustles so that you can reach your $50 a day goal.

When I was paying off my student loans, I made sure to fill out lots of surveys every week. I did it before work, during my lunch break, or after work. It was great because I could earn money from survey sites whenever I had free time.

Survey companies pay you to do things like answer surveys, watch videos, and try out products. Sometimes, they even give you free products so you can test them out and give your opinion.

Here are some online survey companies that pay you for your opinions:

  1. American Consumer Opinion
  2. Survey Junkie
  3. Swagbucks
  4. InboxDollars
  5. Branded Surveys
  6. Prime Opinion
  7. Five Surveys
  8. User Interviews – This is a great site for online focus groups that pay over $50.
  9. Pinecone Research – This is a great site that occasionally lets you test out physical products (I was once sent toilet paper to review).

5. Bookkeeping

If you’re good with numbers, bookkeeping is a way to make $50 a day. Bookkeepers help businesses keep track of their finances. This job can be done from home, making it super flexible.

You don’t need to be an accountant or have any previous experience. This is a skill that anyone can learn and then do from home.

This job can make you more than $40,000 a year, and there’s a lot of potential for advancement. Many different kinds of businesses need bookkeepers, so it’s a great career choice to begin with.

Recommended reading: Online Bookkeeping Jobs: Learn How To Get Started Today

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This free training will teach you what you need to know to become a virtual bookkeeper and make money from home.

6. Sell dog treats

Starting a dog treat business at home is a fun way to make an extra $50 a day.

People love their pets and are willing to spend money on homemade, quality treats. With a low starting cost, you can bake treats right in your kitchen!

You can create all sorts of goodies like cupcakes, cookies, cakes, and more, just for dogs.

You can learn more at How I Make $4,000 Per Month Baking Dog Treats (With Zero Baking Experience!).

7. Walk dogs

You can easily start getting clients by offering to walk dogs or pet sit in your neighborhood or town.

Many people need trustworthy people to look after their pets while they’re at work or away, and by offering this service, you can earn a good amount of money each day.

Here are some possible earnings:

  • Dog walking usually earns you between $15 to $35 an hour per dog.
  • For overnight pet sitting, rates can start at $25 per day and go up.
  • If you watch two dogs a day at $50 each, that’s a neat $100 per day.

I really like using Rover for dog walking, and it’s what I’ve used in the past. I like how user-friendly the site is, and there are always a bunch of pet owners searching for dog walkers, which means there’s plenty of demand. There are also other great sites out there, depending on what you’re interested in!

My sister and my mother-in-law are both pet sitters, and they really enjoy it!

8. Flip items for resale

Flipping items for a profit is a way to make an extra $50 a day. Flipping means you buy something at a lower price and sell it for more. And, you can start by selling stuff that you already have!

I have sold a lot of things online over the years, from clothing to furniture and even old tires.

You might have clothes you don’t wear, an old phone, books, unused gift cards, CDs, DVDs, kitchen items, jewelry, and more to sell. The possibilities are endless. I’ve heard that the typical household has about 300,000 things, so I bet you could look around your home and find some items to sell pretty easily.

And, if you want to learn how to make $50 in 10 minutes (or any other short amount of time), then selling something you already have is usually one of the quickest options.

You can sell on many different sites and online platforms as well, such as eBay, Craigslist, Facebook Marketplace, and more.

I recommend watching the free webinar Turn Your Passion For Visiting Thrift Stores, Yard Sales & Flea Markets Into A Profitable Reselling Business In As Little As 14 Days to learn how to make money by flipping items.

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This free workshop will teach you how to get into the flipping business. It will teach you how to resell furniture, electronics, appliances, and anything else you can find.

9. Play games online

Earning $50 a day can be as fun as playing games on your computer or phone and being able to make money online.

Game apps pay real money rewards (as well as free gift cards) because they make their money from ads and in-app purchases. They share some of their earnings with you to keep you playing their games.

Here’s a quick list of the top game apps that pay real cash:

  1. KashKick
  2. Swagbucks
  3. InboxDollars

You can get paid to play games like Coin Master, Monopoly, Yahtzee, and Bingo.

Recommended reading: 23 Best Game Apps To Win Real Money

10. Deliver groceries

Instacart is a popular website where you can earn extra cash by shopping for and delivering groceries. It lets you use your spare time to make some additional money.

I have used Instacart many times to order groceries for myself, and it is such a helpful service.

When you work with Instacart, you can make up to $25 per hour in the best cases, but typically, most drivers earn around $15 per hour.

You can learn more at Instacart Shopper Review: How much do Instacart Shoppers earn?

11. Deliver food

Earning $50 a day can be as simple as delivering food!

With the boom of food delivery apps, you have many options to choose from. Apps like Grubhub, DoorDash, and Uber Eats let you pick up food from restaurants and deliver it to hungry customers.

12. Freelance writing

If you want to earn $50 a day, freelance writing is a smart choice. You can write about things you know and love, and there are plenty of places looking for your words!

New freelance writers can typically make around $50 per article that they write. And, as you gain experience, you can increase your fee. I know many freelance writers who make $200+ per article and even some who make $1,000 or more per article.

Being a freelance writer has been one of my gigs for many years, and it is a great way to earn extra cash. You get to make your own schedule, call the shots as your own boss, write about topics you’re interested in, and more.

Recommended reading: 14 Places To Find Freelance Writing Jobs – (Start With No Experience!)

13. Online tutoring

Would you like to earn extra cash by sharing your knowledge? Online tutoring could be a great fit for you! With the internet, you can connect with students all over the world.

As a tutor, you might spend 30 minutes to an hour teaching a lesson, answering questions online, or doing one-on-one video sessions with students.

The amount of money you can make depends on factors like the subject you’re tutoring, the length of the session, and more. For instance, tutoring in advanced subjects like college calculus usually pays more than tutoring in elementary school math.

14. Sell photos

Did you know your photography skills can become a way to earn some extra cash? It’s true! With the right approach, you can start making $50 a day or more by selling your photographs.

One of the easiest ways to start earning from your photos is by selling them on stock photo websites. These sites act as a middleman between you and customers who need photos for their own projects. You can sell pictures that you’ve already taken or capture new images for this purpose.

Places to sell photos include:

  • Shutterstock – This is a well-known site where you can upload photos and earn money every time they’re downloaded.
  • iStock by Getty Images – Here, you can sell your images across different platforms, and whenever someone downloads them, you earn income.
  • Adobe Stock – If you join Adobe Stock, you can potentially earn from the images that users download for their creative needs.

Recommended reading: 18 Ways You Can Get Paid To Take Pictures

15. Virtual assistant

Are you good at organizing things and helping others stay on track? If yes, then virtual assisting might be a great way for you to make $50 a day.

As a virtual assistant, you might handle tasks like managing social media, formatting and editing content, scheduling appointments or travel, managing emails, and much more. Essentially, you get paid to take care of any task in someone’s business that they don’t have to do themselves.

Typically, you can start making around $15 to $20 per hour as a virtual assistant, but sometimes you might even earn double or triple that when you’re just starting out.

Recommended reading: Best Ways To Find Virtual Assistant Jobs

16. Online transcription

Transcription work is becoming more popular, and you can find online jobs from home as a transcriptionist. Your job would involve listening to audio and turning it into written text.

The average pay for online transcriptionists usually falls between $15 to $30 per hour, with newbies often starting at the lower end of that scale.

A helpful free workshop to take is Is a Career in Transcription Right for You? You’ll learn how to get started as a transcriptionist, how you can find transcription work, and more.

17. Affiliate marketing

Affiliate marketing lets you make money by promoting products or services online, and you don’t need anything special to begin.

With affiliate marketing, when someone you refer buys a product through your special link, you earn a commission. It’s as straightforward as that.

First, choose products you genuinely like and think others will enjoy too. Next, join their affiliate program. They’ll give you a unique affiliate link. This link keeps track of who clicks on it and makes a purchase based on your recommendation.

For me, I love affiliate marketing. I think it’s one of the best ways to make at least $50 a day, and it is what I do to make money with my online business.

I recommend signing up for Affiliate Marketing Tips For Bloggers – Free eBook to learn more.

18. Rent out your spare room

If you have an extra room in your home, renting it out could be a smart way to earn some additional cash.

Having a roommate, whether it’s someone living with you full-time or occasionally renting out a spare room on Airbnb, can help you earn extra cash every month.

It might not add up to $50 every day, but by having a roommate or renting out a spare room on Airbnb, you could make several hundred dollars a month, or even over $1,000 extra each month.

Some people take it even further by purchasing a large house with multiple bedrooms and renting out every single room (also known as house hacking). This way, you might have three or four renters living with you. This arrangement could cover your entire mortgage payment and maybe even leave you with some extra spending money on top of what you earn from having roommates.

Over the years, I’ve had many roommates. When I owned a home, I often rented out one or even two spare bedrooms to long-term renters, including a friend and my sister, to earn extra money. This helped us manage our monthly expenses better, reducing financial stress. We could earn around $300 to $400 per month for each bedroom. Although living with roommates isn’t always smooth sailing (arguments can happen), setting clear ground rules and having a contract can help prevent conflicts.

19. Rent out your RV

If you have an RV just sitting around, you might be able to earn $50 to $300 a day, or even more, by renting it out.

Many people have RVs that they don’t use very often. Instead of letting it sit there, you could earn extra cash by renting it out. Indeed, you might be able to make $100 a day or more by renting out your RV to others.

RVshare is helping travelers save money by cutting out the middleman through renting RVs directly from owners.

It’s like Airbnb, but for RVs.

Recommended reading: How To Make Extra Money By Renting Out Your RV.

Frequently Asked Questions

Below are answers to common questions about how to make $50 a day.

How to make $50 in one day?

You can make $50 in one day by selling services like pet sitting, house cleaning, or freelancing online. Platforms like TaskRabbit connect you with people who need quick assistance with chores and other odd jobs as well.

How can I make $100 in one day?

To earn $100 in one day, you might want to try a combination of gigs such as driving for Uber or Lyft, starting a freelance business (like writing, graphic design, or proofreading), or selling high-demand items online.

How to make $50 dollars in 10 minutes?

Making $50 in 10 minutes can be a challenge, but it can be possible by selling something online where you can get cash immediately. For example, you may be able to sell something that you have, like an old cell phone that you no longer use, and get cash for it.

What are some easy ways to earn $50 a day without leaving home?

You can earn $50 a day from home by tutoring online, transcribing audio files, or selling your craft on websites like Etsy. I make over $50 online every day from home, so it is definitely possible.

What are some quick methods to make $50 fast for beginners?

Beginners can make $50 quickly by doing tasks like yard work, signing up for food delivery services, or selling unused items on local marketplaces.

How can a kid earn $50 in just one day?

Kids can earn $50 in one day by setting up a lemonade stand, doing extra chores for neighbors, babysitting, or tutoring younger children.

How to make $50 dollars a day in passive income?

To earn $50 a day in passive income, you may want to rent out rental properties, invest in dividend stocks, or create online courses or ebooks that sell over time.

How To Make $50 a Day – Summary

I hope you enjoyed this article on how to make $50 a day.

You have lots of choices when it comes to being able to make $50 a day, so I recommend starting by picking gigs that match what you like and how you live.

For example, if you like giving your opinions, online surveys can make you money. Or, if you enjoy being out and about, delivering food or groceries might be good for you. If you’re into freelance work, there are tons of opportunities in writing, helping online, and teaching.

It’s possible to make $50 every day, and with some help, you can try out these options to see what works best for you.

What would you do to make $50 a day or more?

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Pet owners spent an average of $491 on veterinary care for their fur kids in 2021, the most recent year for which data was available, according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics

. But if your pet requires surgery or emergency treatment, vet bills can cost thousands of dollars. Buying pet insurance can help defray these expenses. Your first step is to get pet insurance quotes.

How to get pet insurance quotes

You can get quotes from the best pet insurance companies online, though most companies also give you the option to speak with a human. Note that we’re focusing on how to get pet insurance quotes for dogs and cats in this article. If you want insurance for your iguana, guinea pig, bird or ferret, you’ll need to work with an insurance company that specializes in exotic pets, such as Nationwide.

To get a pet insurance quote, you’ll generally need to provide your ZIP code and the following information about your animal:

  • Species (dog or cat).

  • Weight (for mixed-breed dogs).

Once you’ve entered your pet’s basic information, you may have the option to customize your quote. For example, if you want to save money on monthly premiums, you could increase your deductible. Or if you’re willing to pay more each month for increased coverage, you could raise the policy’s annual limit or reimbursement level.

Can I insure multiple pets on the same policy?

Some pet insurance companies let you cover multiple animals on the same plan. You may have a single deductible for all covered animals or pay a separate deductible for each pet, depending on the policy.

Even if the insurer doesn’t allow more than one pet to be covered on a policy, you may get a multipet discount if you enroll more than one animal. Many pet insurance companies offer multipet discounts of 5% to 10%.

Types of pet insurance plans

When you get pet insurance quotes, you may be able to choose either an accident-only plan or an accident and illness plan. You may also be able to add a wellness plan to your pet insurance to cover routine vet care. Note that not all carriers offer all types of plans.

Accident and illness plan

An accident and illness plan helps with costs if your animal companion gets sick or injured. It can reimburse you for part of your vet bills if your pet is hurt in an accident or develops an illness such as cancer, thyroid problems or arthritis.

An accident and illness plan usually doesn’t cover pre-existing conditions, which are health issues that showed symptoms before your pet insurance took effect. However, some insurers may help with costs related to a hereditary condition or birth defect if the symptoms didn’t surface until later in life. Other policies offer this coverage as an add-on.

Accident-only pet insurance

An accident-only plan helps you pay for your pet’s care if they’re injured in an accident, but it won’t cover treatment related to an illness. For example, if your furry pal gets hit by a car, is bitten by another animal or swallows a toy, your insurer would typically foot part of the bill. But there’s no coverage if your pet is diagnosed with a condition like hip dysplasia, cancer or a metabolic disorder.

Though the coverage is limited, it’s usually cheaper than more comprehensive plans. Some companies offer accident-only plans to animals that may not otherwise qualify for coverage due to their age.

Wellness plans

Pet insurance covers unexpected veterinary expenses your dog or cat may incur, but a wellness plan helps you pay the expected costs of keeping your pet healthy. Usually purchased as a separate plan or add-on, you can use a wellness plan to help pay for routine care like checkups, vaccinations, dental cleanings, spaying and neutering and microchipping.

🤓Nerdy Tip

Wellness plans may help you budget better for veterinary expenses by spreading them out over a 12-month period, but they may not actually save you money. Before buying wellness coverage, compare the cost of the plan to the cost of the covered services you’ll use in a given year.

What factors affect your pet insurance price?

The type of plan you choose will affect your pet insurance price. Accident-only plans are usually cheaper than more comprehensive accident and illness plans. Other factors that determine how much pet insurance costs include:

  • Cat vs. dog: Cats live longer than dogs on average, but they tend to have fewer health problems over their lifespans. Many felines are indoor-only cats, so they’re less exposed to accidents and illnesses compared with dogs. Dogs are also more likely to have hereditary problems.

  • Breed: Purebred animals are often pricier to insure because they’re more prone to breed-specific illnesses than mixed-breed pets. Pet insurance for larger dogs tends to be more expensive than coverage for small dogs, as large-breed dogs have shorter life expectancies and frequently develop more health problems in a shorter timespan.

  • Age: Older pets are at higher risk of developing health issues, so as your dog or cat ages, you’ll probably pay more for pet insurance.

  • Location: Where you live affects the cost of pet insurance because veterinary costs vary widely by location. Since most pet policies reimburse a percentage of vet bills, you can expect your pet premiums to be higher if you live in an area where pet health care is pricey.

  • Deductibles, reimbursement level and annual limit: If you have a high deductible and a low reimbursement level and annual limit, you’ll pay less in premiums. However, your out-of-pocket costs for vet bills will be higher. Conversely, a low deductible combined with a high reimbursement level and annual limit increases your premiums, but your out-of-pocket expenses will be lower if your pet gets sick or injured.

🤓Nerdy Tip

Pet insurance generally doesn’t cover pre-existing conditions. Your pet’s risk of developing a health issue increases as they get older, so buying a policy early can up the odds that future conditions will be covered.

How to compare pet insurance quotes

Your monthly premium isn’t the only factor to consider when comparing pet insurance quotes. You’ll also need to evaluate how much you’ll pay out of pocket when your pet needs care, as well as what services are covered. Here are some things every pet parent should know before choosing a policy.

Deductibles

You’ll need to pay an out-of-pocket pet insurance deductible before your insurer will cover part of your vet bill. If your policy has an annual deductible, your policy will cover care after you’ve hit the deductible for the year. However, some policies have a per-incident or per-condition deductible that applies when your pet develops a new health condition.

Say you hit your per-condition deductible when your pet developed a bladder infection. If you took them back to the vet a few weeks later for allergy treatment, another deductible would apply since it’s a new condition.

Generally, you’ll pay higher premiums if you choose a low deductible.

Reimbursement rates

Your reimbursement rate is the percentage of covered services your insurer will pay for. But this amount is often applied before the deductible. For instance, suppose you have a policy with an 80% reimbursement level and a $250 deductible. If your pet incurred a $1,000 vet bill, here’s how your pet insurance reimbursement rate might factor in:

  • $1,000 (vet bill) x 0.8 (80% reimbursement rate) = $800.

  • $800 – $250 (deductible) = $550 (covered by pet insurance).

  • $1,000 – $550 = $450 (your out-of-pocket cost).

Annual limits

The annual limit is the maximum amount the policy will pay during a 12-month period. Once you reach the annual limit, you’ll need to pay out of pocket for veterinary care. Many insurers offer an unlimited option.

Waiting periods

A waiting period is a specified amount of time that must elapse before pet insurance kicks in. Many policies have a two-day waiting period for accidents and a 14-day waiting period for injuries. Some specific conditions like orthopedic problems and cruciate ligament issues may have longer waiting periods.

What’s included

Before you buy insurance, make sure you understand what your pet insurance policy covers. Find out how your policy defines pre-existing conditions and whether it pays for things like hereditary conditions and behavioral issues.

How to save money on pet insurance

Pet insurance doesn’t have to break your budget. To save money on pet insurance costs, follow these tips:

  • Compare quotes. To make sure you’re getting a competitive rate, get quotes from several insurance companies.

  • Look for discounts. You may qualify for discounts if you’re a member of certain groups, like AAA or the AARP, or if you’re a military member or veteran.

  • Find out if your employer offers pet insurance as a voluntary benefit. Some employers partner with pet insurance providers to offer discounted plans for workers who are pet parents.

  • Bundle policies. You may be able to save by bundling policies, e.g., a pet policy and an auto policy, with the same insurer.

  • Increase your deductible. If you’re willing to pay more out of pocket for an unexpected veterinary bill, increasing your plan’s deductible can save you money on premiums.

  • Think carefully about wellness plans. If your pet is healthy, has already been spayed or neutered and microchipped, and is up to date on their vaccines, a wellness plan may cost more than you’d pay out of pocket at the vet.

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Despite being a city with a whole lot to offer, Toledo often flies under the radar. From its world-class art museum to its undeniably friendly people, there’s a place for everyone to feel at home in Toledo.

Home to a well-respected university, a handful of pristine parks, and a great local restaurant scene, Toledo is on the rise. From afternoons at Fifth Third Field to lunch at Tony Packo’s we’re here to find out what Toledo is really known for through ten of its top attractions. Enjoy!

1. Toledo Museum of Art

The Toledo Museum of Art is a beacon for the arts in the city. Known for its extensive collection spanning all corners of the globe, the museum gives visitors a profound look at classical and contemporary works. Noteworthy is the Glass Pavilion, which houses a stunning collection of glass art, reflecting Toledo’s historic connection to the glass industry. 

2. The Toledo Mud Hens

Toledo takes immense pride in the Toledo Mud Hens, the beloved Minor League Baseball team affiliated with the Detroit Tigers. The team’s games are held at Fifth Third Field, a state-of-the-art ballpark in downtown Toledo, which provides a perfect family-friendly atmosphere. The Mud Hens are a cornerstone of Toledo’s sports scene.

3. University of Toledo

The University of Toledo is a stellar Ohio college, with a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs. Known for its research and innovation, particularly in areas like engineering, medicine, and business, the university is a hotspot of academic activity and student life. 

4. Oak Openings Preserve Metropark

Oak Openings Preserve Metropark is a natural treasure of Toledo, covering over 5,000 acres. It is renowned for its unique sand dunes and oak savanna ecosystems. The park offers tons of trails for hiking, biking, and horseback riding, making it a favorite among outdoorsy types.

5. Wildwood Preserve Metropark

Wildwood Preserve Metropark is another stellar Toledo park. Known for its beautiful manor house and well-maintained trails, the park is a scenic escape with plenty of shade thanks to the lush foliage soaring overhead. 

6. Tony Packo’s Cafe

Tony Packo’s Cafe has been a Toledo staple since 1932, famously recognized for its Hungarian hot dogs and pickles. This iconic eatery gained national fame when mentioned in the television show MASH*. Visitors to Tony Packo’s can enjoy a taste of local history alongside their meals, which include a variety of Eastern European dishes, making it a must-visit for all foodies.

7. Fifth Third Field

Home to the Toledo Mud Hens, Fifth Third Field is not just a ballpark but a centerpiece of downtown Toledo’s revitalization. This modern facility is designed with fan experience in mind, offering great views of the game and the skyline. 

8. Imagination Station

Imagination Station adds a scientific twist to Toledo. This interactive science museum engages all with hands-on exhibits and activities that make learning more fun than it is in the classroom. From physics to biology, the museum covers a broad spectrum of scientific fields, fostering curiosity in young Ohio minds.

9. Maumee River

The Maumee River is integral to Toledo’s identity. Fishing, boating, and riverside dining are popular here, drawing locals and tourists to enjoy the natural and scenic beauty of the river. The annual Walleye Run is a particularly exciting time to visit, attracting anglers from across the nation.

10. The Valentine Theatre

The Valentine Theatre is a historic venue in Toledo that hosts an array of performing arts. From ballets and musicals to dramatic plays, the theater is a destination that brings high-quality performances to the community.