Swag money

These three women made a total of $2.5K using an app [ThePennyHoarder.com]( November 1st, 2018 Phew! Halloween might be over, but between the sugar hangover and all the midweek holiday celebrations, we’re still feeling like a bunch (a gaggle? A horde?) of zombies today. We’re gonna need a few days to recover… and then it’s Thanksgiving time. Before we bust out the turkey-themed everything, we’re talking about a fun (and free!) activity you can do in your city, plus the start of open enrollment under the Affordable Care Act. First, this news… A Grand Slam Idea| When Randall Thompson’s professional baseball career ended, he knew it was time to adjust his grip. Combining his love of the game and a simple idea, [he’s now built a million-dollar business: Thompson Mug Company](. Did You Hear?| Net Transcripts is [hiring work-from-home contractors in 48 states]( to complete general transcription assignments. Candidates must be able to type at least 80 words per minute and have previous experience in the field. Swag Money| Those “get rich quick” opportunities might be too good to be true, but that doesn’t mean you shouldn’t look for chances to make a little extra money on the side when you can — especially when that “little extra money” adds up in a big way over time. Here’s [how three women earned a total of $2,500 on Swagbucks]( a website where users take consumer surveys for money. --------------------------------------------------------------- Photo of the Day| Elise Barnes (left) and Andrew Odell (right) ride past an apartment complex in St. Petersburg, one of many buildings in the city painted with murals. Chris Zuppa/The Penny Hoarder Looking for a way to enjoy your city, experience some of the best art your region has to offer and get a little exercise while you’re at it? A ride-along mural tour might be just the ticket. If your city (or one near you) has a plethora of picturesque painted walls, hop on a bike — or set off on foot — and explore the myriad murals gracing the exterior walls of all those downtown businesses. Whether you join an organized tour or create your own, [a ride-along mural tour can be an inexpensive (or totally free!)]( way to learn about your city’s history and culture while enjoying the fall weather. --------------------------------------------------------------- WORD OF THE DAY Open enrollment (n): The period of time during which people in the U.S. are allowed to sign up for, renew or change their health insurance coverage. Depending on the type of health insurance coverage you have or will sign up for, your open enrollment dates will vary. If you miss your open enrollment period, you will not be able to obtain coverage for the following year (unless you experience a “qualifying life event,” like getting married or divorced). For anyone hoping to obtain or renew a policy through the Health Insurance Marketplace for 2019 under the Affordable Care Act, [the open enrollment period will run from Nov. 1 (that’s today!) to Dec. 15, 2018 (in most states)](. And while this is the first year people will not have to pay a financial penalty for failing to obtain health insurance, experts warn it’s still critical to have coverage even if you live a generally healthy lifestyle. Sure, you might exercise daily — but accidents happen, and a single broken leg can cost as much as $7,500 without insurance. The Penny Hoarder | 490 1st Ave S, Suite 800 | Saint Petersburg, Florida 33701 | United States [Unsubscribe]( from all email from The Penny Hoarder. Questions? View our [Privacy Policy](. Having trouble reading this email? You can [view it online](.