One of the latest trends for working professionals is to have a side hustle. Everywhere you look, there's an article, ad or financial expert encouraging you to find a part-time job, or side hustle, to be doing in your spare time outside of your full-time job. So, I told myself I needed to jump on … [Read more...] about Portland Side Hustles: Start Making Extra Cash
My Portland Home-Buying Experience
Six Firsthand Tips for Buying a Home in Portland Last week, NerdWallet published an article about a couple's Portland home-buying experience. Oh boy, the response brutal. The last name of the home buyers caught the eyes of a lot of readers, who jumped to the conclusion that these people are … [Read more...] about My Portland Home-Buying Experience
Save Money on Food in College
College is an amazing experience. You'll take courses that expand your view of society while meeting incredibly talented people who may become your lifelong friends. On the flip side, it may be one of the most stressful times of your life. Classes will be hard. Deadlines will be forever looming. Oh, … [Read more...] about Save Money on Food in College
Hop Fastpass Fare Card Simplifies Your Commute
Video copyright Trimet 2017 Have you ever ran up to the pay kiosk as the max train was pulling into the station, frantically clicking through the prompts and begging the machine to print your ticket before the train pulls away? If you haven't experienced this firsthand, I'm sure you've witnessed … [Read more...] about Hop Fastpass Fare Card Simplifies Your Commute
You-Pick Berry Recipes
Prepare plentiful meals and treats with your berries You picked a healthy bounty of berries at your favorite you-pick farm. Now what do you do with all of them? To avoid wasting your hard-earned harvest, here are a few recipes and ideas to enjoy Portland berry season. For this post, I am … [Read more...] about You-Pick Berry Recipes
Your Guide to Oregon’s Total Solar Eclipse on August 21
Oregon's total solar eclipse is out of this world Due to the brightness of the sun, the corona (a ring of hot gas around the sun’s perimeter) is not visible to the naked eye. However, during a total solar eclipse, the Moon blocks out bright sunlight, and we see the corona. It’s definitely a … [Read more...] about Your Guide to Oregon’s Total Solar Eclipse on August 21
Plan Your Oregon Hiking Trip
Do you plan to do some serious hiking this season? There are two Oregon hiking guides to get you on the right path. Whether you're planning a multi-day trek or a two-mile loop, these sites have resources to meet you at your level. Boot Bomb Boot Bomb has a comprehensive article It’s a … [Read more...] about Plan Your Oregon Hiking Trip
Win $2500 for Portland’s Ugliest Appliance
Do you own Portland's ugliest appliance? Do you have an appliance that is the embarrassment of your household? Enter K103's Portland Ugliest Appliance competition for a chance to win $2,500 in appliances from Basco Appliances. One luck winner will receive the cash to spruce up his/her kitchen. … [Read more...] about Win $2500 for Portland’s Ugliest Appliance
Free Movie Ticket for AT&T Customers
AT&T customers are rewarded with free movie ticket! AT&T offers a special perk for its customers: Ticket Twosdays. On Tuesdays, buy one ticket for any showing of a standard 2D movies at select theaters and get one ticket free for the same movie. Limit one free ticket per account per … [Read more...] about Free Movie Ticket for AT&T Customers
Teach Your Child to Save
National Credit Union Youth Month 2017 from CUNA on Vimeo. April 28 is Teach Your Children to Save Day. In celebration, teach your child to save by taking advantage of the many valuable resources provided by local credit unions. #OnPointSaver Contest Through April 30, teens ages 13 to … [Read more...] about Teach Your Child to Save
Cheap PDX Events for Preschoolers
Join Portland Families at Cheap PDX Events for Preschoolers Need to get out of the house with your little one? Portland has the right event for you. Whether your child is 0 or 6, below are budget-friendly weekly classes for every preschool age. Baby & Me Yoga—Southeast Ages 6 weeks to … [Read more...] about Cheap PDX Events for Preschoolers
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