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The quickest way for a par- ent to get a child's attention is to sit down
and look comfortable.
—Lane Olinghouse
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You might want to check out services like CoAbode. CoAbode is a Web service that helps single moms find other single moms to share rent and chores with. Started by a single mother, CoAbode is an online service that matches struggling, single mothers with others in similar circumstances so they can create less stressful living circum-
stances. If you are interested in investigat- ing CoAbode, you can find them at www. coadobe.org.
You'll be asked to complete a profile that includes your accommodation needs, rent, neighborhood, and school district, as well as additional information about your likes, dislikes, and parenting phi-
losophies. CoAbode charges members a one-time fee of $29 to join. Interested parents can also request one-time access to CoAbode's shared housing database for $5-$15. You can also look for other such organizations through your state Social Services department, your religious organization, local colleges, and other support organizations.
Beware of Work-at-Home Scams
As consumers, we conduct some type of financial transaction requir- ing an educated decision almost every day: shopping for a mortgage or auto loan; understanding and reconciling credit card statements and telephone bills; choosing savings and retirement plans; comparing health insurance policies; understanding our credit report and how that affects our ability to get credit and at what cost; or simply deciding how to pay for a purchase. Education is the first line of defense for us to manage our money wisely and protect ourselves from frauds or rip-offs. One of the growing fraud threats to consumers is the work-at-home scam.
Hoping for an easy way to earn extra money from the comfort of your own home? You’re not alone. Working at home has become more
Creating Extra Income