How to Make Money From Your Phone
Yes, you can make money from your phone. Just don’t expect to make millions this way, and fact-check influencers and bloggers who say you can. But if you’re looking to…
Laura McMullen
Laura McMullen writes about saving money and spending it mindfully. She’s also edited content and helped craft original NerdWallet studies. Previously, Laura was a reporter and editor at U.S. News & World Report, where she also helped with its hallmark rankings and discussed her reporting on local radio. Laura’s writing has appeared in The Associated Press, The New York Times, The Washington Post and other outlets. Email: [email protected]. Twitter: @lauraemcmullen.
Posts by Laura McMullen:
What Is a Utility Bill?
Utility bills aren’t the most glamorous expenses, but they can be significant, adding up to hundreds of dollars per month. Read on for utility bill examples, how you can save…
How I Ditched Debt: Downsize the Home, Grow the Business
In this series, NerdWallet interviews people about their journey to tame debt. Responses have been edited for length and clarity. Karen Akpan lost her high-paying contract in clinical research in…
How to Handle Mixed-Income Friendships
Finally, as the country reopens, you’re likely seeing more of your friends. Out with the video chatting and in with the high-fiving, hugging and, well, spending. For every dinner, there’s…
How to Make Some Cash Before Heading Back to School
Whether you’re going back to high school or college classes this fall, you might as well return with some extra cash. And, no, it’s not too late to find a…
Should You Take Money Advice From Reddit?
Should you take money advice from a stranger on the internet? In Reddit’s r/personalfinance channel, anonymous users exchange tips on buying homes, choosing insurance plans and managing very personal, nuanced…
5 Personal Finance and Budgeting Books Recommended by Experts
Budgeting books can give you a different perspective on your finances and help you make plans for your money. The five books below come recommended by certified financial planners. These…
How to Create a Family Budget
Creating a family budget takes teamwork, time and regular tweaking, but you’ve got this. We’ll walk you through it, but let’s first define “budget” so you know what to expect.…
How Much Is Cable per Month?
There’s nothing like being quarantined at home for more than a year to remind you how comforting TV is. What’s less comforting is figuring out how much cable is per…
What to Do If Your Refund Is Delayed and Your Bills Aren’t
The IRS is behind on processing tax returns, due to staff shortages and other complications. This delay could be holding up the money you were counting on to cover your…
