Laura Bostwick

Jan 7, 2025 | financebuzz.com | Laura Gesualdi-Gilmore |Laura Bostwick

These days, many Americans are looking for part-time or freelance work to earnextra money. However, getting a side hustle to supplement theirincome is not the only way to keep a little extra cash in their walletsevery month. In fact, one of the major perks of landing a remote job is the timeand money saved on commuting to work every day. If you’re considering working remotely full-time, here are 15 gigs that pay $55an hour or more to remote employees.

Dec 21, 2023 | financebuzz.com | Christy Rakoczy |Laura Bostwick

Debt settlement and debt consolidation are different ways to cope with substantial debt. Both techniques aim to help you get out of debt. But there are big differences when it comes to debt settlement vs. debt consolidation. Understanding how each process works and the associated risks is important to help you decide which repayment method is the best choice for you. While each can be beneficial, there are potential downsides to consider, too.

Dec 12, 2023 | financebuzz.com | Jennifer Calonia |Laura Bostwick

Going into a career as an educator is undeniably rewarding. You get the opportunity to directly inspire and encourage the young, bright minds of the future. But recent salary data paints a less rosy picture. In fact, according to the National Education Association, the average starting teacher salary from 2017-18 was $39,249. When compared to the average national salary at $75,339, it’s clear there’s a salary gap for teachers nationwide.

Oct 17, 2023 | financebuzz.com | Laura Bostwick

Struggling to get out of debt is a big task, whether you’re a military veteran or not. But unlike some civilians, there’s a high chance that military service members have had to deal with unavoidable factors such as several relocations to areas you’re unfamiliar with and unemployment among a partner or spouse during active duty. These factors and others can cause money issues and make you more vulnerable to falling into debt or resorting to things like payday loans.

Feb 22, 2023 | financebuzz.com | Laura Bostwick

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