The Outlier Model

How To Buy A Car From Goodwill

Allen Francis / September 29th, 2023 / No Comments

Wanting a car and being able to buy a car are two different things. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American salary in 2019 was just under $49,000. However, the average price of a new car in 2019 was $36,700. Imagine using almost 75% of an annual salary to buy a new car. This is a serious dilemma for many people since over 63% of Americans drive on an almost daily basis. You...

Posted in: Auto, Career and Work, Money, Personal Finance, saving money, Saving Money Tagged with: goodwill, used car

What Happens if You Pawn a Stolen Item?

Allen Francis / September 29th, 2023 / No Comments

Pawning an item is a more reliable means of securing quick money working Americans than applying for a traditional loan. Over 30 million Americans pawn items for money annually. There are over 11,000 pawn shops in the United States. Pawnbroking as a business brings in annual revenue of over $14 billion. And any business that lucrative can spur the temptation for corruption and criminality. Like trying...

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What Are the Financial Benefits of a Minimalist Lifestyle?

Jenny Smedra / June 8th, 2023 / No Comments

It seems that more people are choosing to live with less. While some are doing so to simplify their lives or save money, others choose this lifestyle to reduce stress and their environmental impact. However, the most apparent change for our family has been the financial benefits of a minimalist lifestyle. What Is the Minimalist Lifestyle? We live in a culture that idolizes consumerism and tells us...

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The Ultimate Guide to Earning Extra Cash by Renting Out Your Assets

Jenny Smedra / May 25th, 2023 / No Comments

As people struggle to make ends meet, more and more are turning to the gig economy. Sadly, it has become necessary for many people to generate extra income to fight rising inflation and the cost of living. According to Zippia, about 45% of Americans have a side hustle, and the number rises to 49% for those under 34. It requires a lot of extra time and energy to make it successful. But, what if you...

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