Money Hacks
Bank bonuses, referral programs, and money tricks

Bank Account Bonuses. How to Earn $200 to $500 for Opening a Checking Account
Banks pay real cash bonuses to attract new customers. Here's how bank account bonuses work, what requirements to watch for, and how to do this without wrecking your banking history.

How to Build a $1,000 a Month Side Hustle From Scratch
A thousand dollars a month is the number people say when they want to quit worrying about money. Here's a realistic roadmap for getting there, and what actually works.

Is the SoFi $400 Bonus Actually Worth It?
SoFi will hand you $400 just for switching your direct deposit. Here's what they don't advertise, who should do it, and who should skip it.

7 Banks Paying $200–$400 Just to Open a Free Checking Account
Banks are handing out serious cash bonuses just to switch. Here are the best checking account offers available right now, ranked by bonus size.

The 12 Best Apps That Pay You Real Money (Ranked)
Not all money-making apps are worth your time. We tested dozens and ranked the 12 that actually pay, with realistic earnings estimates for each.

How to Make an Extra $500 This Month (Without Quitting Your Job)
Seven legitimate ways to pocket an extra $500 this month, from gig apps to bank bonuses, ranked by how fast they actually pay.