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Getting paid to tell lies: Mystery Shopping as a frugal hack

Two persistent rumors about mystery shopping:

  • It’s a scam.
  • It’s not a scam — and you can get rich doing it!

Allow me to set these rumors to rest:

  • Mystery shopping is not a scam. (Well, sometimes it is. More on that later.)
  • You won’t get rich, but you can make a little extra — plus get free stuff.
  • You should never pay for mystery shopping info.

My daughter Abby has been doing “shops” for a decade, and I’ve done them off and on for six years. We’ve gotten free steaks, hotel rooms, oil changes, booze, pet food, lodging, nights at a casino, rental cars, and molten chocolate cake.

We Are the Ones Who Knock — on Walter White’s Fictional Door in Breaking Bad

The months of spring might have thrown all of our plans to the bin, but we can still be grateful for what we did have: a decent internet connection and access to a Netflix account.  With a fresh season of Better Call Saul ready for us to binge on, it only makes sense for die-hard […]

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On the Value of Networking

It’s hard to believe, but Kris and I graduated from Willamette University nearly twenty years ago. We enjoyed our time in college, and remain close to many of our classmates. It’s always fun when we get a chance to drive to Salem to re-visit the campus. We did just that tonight.

The university hosted a “You’re Doing What With Your Major?” alumni career panel to connect current students with former Bearcats who are now working professionals. Kris — who is a chemist — took part in the science panel, and I sat in on the marketing and communications group.

 

Household Water Appliances You’ll Need for a More Comfortable, Relaxing Home

Is there anyone out there that hasn’t dreamed about having a fully equipped home (especially during these past few week)? I, for one, have spent a lot of time lately thinking about how much more effective — and prepared — my home could be. And since the one thing that I would have loved to […]

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Apartments With the Best Views in Las Vegas

See Vegas in all its glory.

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Inspired Simplicity in this Fashion Designer’s Home

If you’re looking for inspiration to clean out some clutter this season, look no further than the home and studio of British fashion designer Anna Valentine. Bright white and decidedly minimal, the space had me with its flood of natural light and herringbone floors, but the subtle attention to detail is what makes…

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A Princeton, NJ, Mansion Designed by Mar-a-Lago’s Architect Is Listed for $4.2M

Newly remodeled and listed for $4,250,000, the 1927 Woodslea House was designed by society architect Marion Sims Wyeth.

VA Eligible Properties | Using a VA Loan for a Second Home

Can I use a VA loan for a second home? The VA home loan program exists to help active duty and retired military members buy homes to use as primary […]

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The 12-Word Financial Plan: Do This and You’re Done

Some people can’t stand talking about, reading or even thinking about money. But just 12 words sum up a successful plan for a financial life without budgeting.