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…
When looking for the lowest airfare and best routes, searching individually for each airline is time-consuming and tedious. Likewise, quickly comparing multiple results across several websites can be a significant challenge. That’s why online travel agencies, like Kayak, are so popular: OTAs provide booking options for numerous airlines in one spot, saving you time and…
Fidelity bonds are insurance policies that protect a business’s finances in case an employee steals from the business or commits fraud. Fidelity bonds are also known as employee dishonesty insurance. You can buy a fidelity bond on its own or as part of a commercial crime insurance policy. Consider purchasing this coverage if your employees…
There are banks that want to give you more than $100 to open a new account. The catch? You might need to make a minimum deposit. Or receive a direct deposit. Or keep your money deposited for a certain time. Or all of the above. For some customers, the requirements are worth the effort. “I…
Margin trading allows investors to purchase securities, such as stocks, with borrowed money. The hope behind the gamble is simple: A loan increases your purchasing power, which can magnify your gains. But what happens when the investments you made with the money you borrowed aren’t doing so well? For starters, you might get what’s called…
Is Priceline legit? This online travel agency is well known and joins plenty of others in promising good travel deals for flights, hotels, rental cars and more. But is this true? It can be. Let’s take a look at how Priceline works, whether it’s reliable and how it can save you money. How Priceline works…
Hilton Honors points collectors are in luck when visiting French Polynesia, as there are several places to earn and redeem points. One of them is the beautiful Hilton Moorea Lagoon Resort and Spa — a favorite of those traveling beyond the famous island of Bora Bora. For many people, the best way to redeem their…