Lauren Hamer, Author at The Cheat Sheet

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Lauren is a money and career writer at The Cheat Sheet. Her previous work can be found on The Muse and other online publications. She graduated with a degree in Psychology and Special Education from Appalachian State University before launching a resume and career advice business and blog. When she's not writing about finance or career topics, you can find her running around the North Carolina mountains trying to dodge any and all WiFi signals.

April 18, 2018

Retirees, These Secret Tax Breaks Could Save You Big Money

Retirees may be overlooking some valuable tax breaks that could save them money.
April 17, 2018

Retire Early: The Best (and Worst) Places in America to Make It Happen

Spoiler alert: Pretty much anywhere in California is a bad location to retire early. Is your city on the best list, or will early retirement require a move?
April 17, 2018

You Won’t Believe All The Crazy Perks Members Of Congress Get For Free (At the Taxpayers Expense)

Congressional employees live high at the expense of American taxpayers
April 16, 2018

The Best (and Worst) Store Credit Cards to Have in Your Wallet

Not all store credit cards are good. But not all of them are bad, either. Here’s a few of the best and worst cards for your money.
April 16, 2018

People Drink Way Too Much Alcohol in These 15 States

Unfortunately, more people admit to binge drinking in these states than any other
April 16, 2018

1 Retirement Question You Should Answer Right Now

Don't wait until you retire to find out if you have enough money, do this one thing to find out right now
April 16, 2018

How Much Money Do You Need and 7 Other Retirement Questions Americans Get Wrong

It's hard to know where you stand on the retirement scale. These eight questions will test your overall IQ and help you track your retirement planning.
April 16, 2018

Job Interview Gone Wrong: The Telltale Signs You Probably Didn’t Get the Job

When a job is on the line, you need all the feedback you can get. Here are 15 ways to determine whether your interview went well.
April 16, 2018

Relax: These 15 Things Are Cheaper Once You Retire

Retirement planning? These common expenses become cheaper or completely fade away when you retire and maximize your golden years.
April 15, 2018

12 Companies Cutting Ties with Facebook

After the Cambridge Analytica data leak, these 13 Companies are ditching Facebook and shutting down their profile pages
April 14, 2018

This Is Hands Down the Worst City in America for Retirement

If you're thinking about moving for retirement, you might want to avoid these 16 U.S. cities, which are the worst places for your golden years.
April 14, 2018

From Low Pay to High Stress: These Are the Absolute Worst Companies to Work for in America, According to Employees

Looking for work and not sure where to start? Here are the companies you can take off your short list, according to the people who work there.
April 14, 2018

People with Disabilities Are Least Likely to Find a Job In This State

New data suggests workers with Disabilities will have a rough time finding employment in these 15 states
April 14, 2018

Here’s How Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Will Make Money After Their Wedding

Wondering how Meghan Markle and Prince Harry will make money? They are actually several ways.
April 12, 2018

These 15 States Have the Most People on Food Stamps

The number of people on food stamps in these states will shock you.
April 11, 2018

No Pay Raise For You: Wages and Salaries In These States Are Dangerously Low

Personal wages and earnings are rising across many U.S. states, except these.
April 11, 2018

These Huge Red Flags Mean Your Dollar Store Purchase Could Be Really Dangerous

The dollar store can be a great place to find a deal, but some products aren't safe.
April 10, 2018

Sneaky Little Ways Costco Gets Us to Spend More Money (We Fall for It Every Time)

A word to the wise: You’re more likely to spend more money at Costco unless you know about these sneaky tactics it uses to influence you.
April 07, 2018

Chip and Joanna Gaines to the Rescue: Simple ‘Fixer Upper’ Projects Almost Anyone Can Do

Want "Fixer Upper" charm on a budget? Let Chip and Joanna help. Here are 10 ways to incorporate the popular design features into your home for cheap.
April 07, 2018

This Is the 1 State You Probably Don’t Want to Retire In

Which states will do the most harm to your retirement savings and laid-back lifestyle? If you're in one of these 15, you might want to move.
April 06, 2018

15 U.S. Presidents and Other Famous World Leaders Who Also Had a Disability

These leaders chose to keep their illnesses and disabilities hidden from the public so they could remain in power
April 05, 2018

The Not-So-Big Winner: The Unfortunate Ways Winning the Lottery Does More Harm Than Good

With so many negative side effects to winning the lottery, it might be just as lucky that you didn’t win that big chunk of cash.
April 05, 2018

These Cities Are About to Run Out of Clean Drinking Water

Cape Town and these 14 other cities are set to run out of clean drinking water in the near future. Does your city land on the list?
April 05, 2018

These American Restaurants Are Failing to Attract Customers

Is this the final nail in the coffin for some popular dining spots? See which 17 restaurants might be on the brink of collapse.
April 04, 2018

Identity Theft: The Unmistakable Warning Signs Your Identity Was Stolen

Identity theft is not a problem you can make go away with a cold shoulder. Instead, it’s best to remain on high alert for telling fraud indicators.
April 04, 2018

No 401(k)? Valid Excuses Why Young People Aren’t Saving for Retirement

Saving for retirement is a top priority for all families. But young people have some excuses for putting off the investment accounts for a few more years.
April 04, 2018

15 Celebrities Who Made Millions Outside of Hollywood Projects

Becoming a famous actor brings a boat load of money. It wasn't enough for these celebrities. We'll take a look at 15 celebrities that have made millions outside of acting in Hollywood
April 02, 2018

The Most Expensive Mistake You Can Make Regarding Social Security

Even the tiniest missteps with Social Security could cost you thousands.
April 01, 2018

These Dishwasher Detergents Are a Huge Waste of Money

A new report shows that all dishwasher detergents are not created equal. These are the common products you should always avoid.
March 31, 2018

10 Reasons a Trip to Walmart Is a Total Waste of Money

You’ll lose time, money, and patience by shopping at a Walmart store. Here’s why you should avoid the trip at all costs.

Retirees, These Secret Tax Breaks Could Save You Big Money

Retire Early: The Best (and Worst) Places in America to Make It Happen

You Won’t Believe All The Crazy Perks Members Of Congress Get For Free (At the Taxpayers Expense)

The Best (and Worst) Store Credit Cards to Have in Your Wallet

People Drink Way Too Much Alcohol in These 15 States

1 Retirement Question You Should Answer Right Now

How Much Money Do You Need and 7 Other Retirement Questions Americans Get Wrong

Job Interview Gone Wrong: The Telltale Signs You Probably Didn’t Get the Job

Relax: These 15 Things Are Cheaper Once You Retire

12 Companies Cutting Ties with Facebook

This Is Hands Down the Worst City in America for Retirement

From Low Pay to High Stress: These Are the Absolute Worst Companies to Work for in America, According to Employees

People with Disabilities Are Least Likely to Find a Job In This State

Here’s How Meghan Markle and Prince Harry Will Make Money After Their Wedding

These 15 States Have the Most People on Food Stamps

No Pay Raise For You: Wages and Salaries In These States Are Dangerously Low

These Huge Red Flags Mean Your Dollar Store Purchase Could Be Really Dangerous

Sneaky Little Ways Costco Gets Us to Spend More Money (We Fall for It Every Time)

Chip and Joanna Gaines to the Rescue: Simple ‘Fixer Upper’ Projects Almost Anyone Can Do

This Is the 1 State You Probably Don’t Want to Retire In

15 U.S. Presidents and Other Famous World Leaders Who Also Had a Disability

The Not-So-Big Winner: The Unfortunate Ways Winning the Lottery Does More Harm Than Good

These Cities Are About to Run Out of Clean Drinking Water

These American Restaurants Are Failing to Attract Customers

Identity Theft: The Unmistakable Warning Signs Your Identity Was Stolen

No 401(k)? Valid Excuses Why Young People Aren’t Saving for Retirement

15 Celebrities Who Made Millions Outside of Hollywood Projects

The Most Expensive Mistake You Can Make Regarding Social Security

These Dishwasher Detergents Are a Huge Waste of Money

10 Reasons a Trip to Walmart Is a Total Waste of Money