How to use your phone instead
Make Mobile Money
8 phone-first money moves
Almost all Americans have a cell phone — 98% of us, according to Pew Research. Nine in 10 own a smartphone, up from 35% in 2011. And 15% of us are smartphone-only internet users.
Sure, some of us need to make big purchases on a big screen. (Looking at you, millennials.) But cellphones have become a significant part of our daily lives, and they’re powerhouses. We use them for everything from booking trips to taking meetings to calling our moms.
But did you know you could make money on your phone? We’ve rounded up eight ways to get paid without even opening up your laptop.
Cash Back Where It Counts: Groceries
With more people leaning on credit cards to cover everyday expenses like groceries, finding the right card can make a real difference. Many credit cards now offer generous cash-back rewards specifically for spending at supermarkets and even certain wholesale clubs. If that sounds like you, check out this roundup of the best rewards cards available right now. Check each card's Rewards section for the details — some cards offer up to 6% cash-back at grocery stores!
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