The main difference between Litecoin and Ethereum is that Litecoin was primarily developed for peer-to-peer payments. Ethereum, on the other hand, is set up to handle more elaborate transactions such as loans and can even support software applications. Litecoin and Ethereum are among the best-known names in the world of cryptocurrency. And though their uses…
A successful yard sale involves hours of preparation and plenty of hard work. So does an unsuccessful sale. I’ve had both kinds and can confidently say the version that makes money is better. If you’re ready to take advantage of warmer weather and the opportunity to declutter, consider these tips culled from experts (and bitter…
Are you trying to figure out how to spend your hard-earned Citi ThankYou points? Of course, you can always redeem them for gift cards or statement credits, but the best way to use them — by far — is to move them over to one of Citi’s transfer partners. With 16 hotel and airline partners…
Ads for “second-chance auto loans” may catch your attention if you need to buy a vehicle and have bad credit, past bankruptcy or previous car repossession. That’s especially true if your goal is to mend your credit. The term “second-chance” implies that making on-time loan payments could offer a fresh start. But you should be…
No one likes flying in economy, but most of us can’t afford to splurge on a seat up front. Airlines have recognized our dilemma — and the desire for more legroom — and their answer to this is premium economy. What is Air France premium economy? Not quite economy, not quite business class, this product…
Tired of sitting at the airport gate with everyone else? We don’t blame you — from limited seating and crying babies to overpriced food and drinks, the main airport can be a buzzkill. Chase has realized this and promised to open a handful of airport lounges around the world. But what airports have Chase lounges…
Whether you’re an Alaska Airlines elite loyalty member or flying the airline for a single flight, there are some ways that you can save money flying on Alaska. There are a few strategies to save, including searching other travel dates, using credit card benefits or by buying certain fare classes. Here’s how you can find…
Depending on your travel style, family size and destination, you might opt in for a vacation rental property instead of a hotel. More often than not, you’ll have access to a kitchen, more shared space and possibly a lower price. Vrbo (pronounced VER-bo) is an online marketplace leading you to vacation homes available for short-term…
Welcome to NerdWallet’s Smart Money podcast, where we answer your real-world money questions. This week’s episode starts with a conversation about how to have a successful — and moneymaking — yard sale. Then we pivot to this week’s money question from a listener’s voicemail. Here it is: “Hi, this is Kate. And my question is…
Frequent travelers have their routines set. They know how to maximize their elite status perks and how to save money on hotels in the process. Still, there are some tricks of the trade that may not be so familiar to everyone. Here are eight ideas to save money on hotels, whether you’re staying for one…