Achieve Your Financial Goals This New Year!

Looking to start 2018 with a few financial resolutions? Maybe you want to build an emergency fund, save up for a dream vacation or put a down payment on a house.

Our friends at The Penny Hoarder have a few posts to help you achieve your financial goals for the new year.

1. 12 Ways to Save Money and Add $5K to Your Bank Account This Year

2018 just started, which means you have the next 12 months to plan your savings. This post is a month-by-month guide to help you save money and add $5K to your bank account by the end of the year. From earning extra money through side gigs to maximizing bonuses offered by banks, this 12-month strategy is sure to help you save money.

2. 8 Creative Ways to Pay Off Credit Card Debt Without Being a Complete Hermit

If paying off credit card debt is one of your financial goals for the year, this article is a good place to start. These 8 creative ways to get rid of credit card debt will help you lessen your financial burden without sacrificing your social life — or your daily latte! A few methods include negotiating down your debt, selling your extra stuff and looking for free entertainment.

3. These 40 People Told Us How They Make Money Without Getting a Real Job

To give your savings account an extra boost, look into making money on the side. These 40 ways to make extra money without getting a real job include selling original photos, starting a blog, maximizing cash-back apps and picking up a side gig. These 40 ways to make money are helpful for anyone looking to earn extra income on top of their day job — or replace their 9-5.

4. How to Get Free Money — These Companies Will Give You $1,834

These 14 companies are giving away free money. Yes, I said free money! You can earn a gift card when you sign up for a cash-back site, get a bonus for opening up a new bank account or get paid to share your Amazon purchase history. These methods require a little effort, but they’re easy ways to pad your savings account.

5. Get Paid to Shop Online: 8 Rebate Sites That Pay Up to 70% Cash Back

You already shop online, so why not earn a little something back? This article covers eight sites that give you cash back for your online purchases. Join Ebates, Swagbucks or Drop, and earn money for shopping at retailers like Target, Amazon and Macy’s. Jacquelyn Pica is a junior writer at The Penny Hoarder. You can follow her on Twitter @JacquelynTPH.