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New valid email addresses and new never used valid phone numbers for shops

I saw a shop posted which said that you have to send an inquiry to a company and that you must use a new valid email address and new valid phone number for each location. The email requirement does not seem too hard but how the heck can I get... Continue Reading

Paypal - MS payments

Rant incoming: I'm getting tired of this! PP wasn't too bad when it first started but it's become a real bully. Clicking away 4-5 ads just to get my money. Do this, do that. NO! I don't want the app. I don't want biometrics. I don't want to keep it... Continue Reading

What is the Correct Order for Payroll Deduction Calculations in APA CPP Remote Exam

The APA Certified Payroll Professional CPP Remote Exam is a professional certification test that measures your knowledge and skills in payroll management. It shows practical uses, such as paycheck calculations, tax deductions, benefits processing, and payroll compliance with federal and state laws. The main goal of this exam is to... Continue Reading

Another new one

So my sister told me an interesting story about an older guy who attends her church. She has gotten to know him over the past months. Apparently he has several adult kids. He has been divorced for many years. He was low income and had child support payments he couldn't keep up with. He... Continue Reading

Is Ipsos Paying Twice Weekly This Year?

I haven’t gotten an email saying Ipsos is doing their holiday pay schedule this year, which is usually for November and December. Does anyone know about this?... Continue Reading

Since you liked that, you'll love this...

From my friend Sam: "I’ve encouraged others to practice Stealth Wealth instead of flaunting luxuries. You don’t want to attract unnecessary hate and scrutiny on your journey to financial independence. Life is already hard enough as it is. But one example last week caught me by surprise. Senator Amy Klobuchar, while... Continue Reading

Tearing down the White House

Is anyone else alarmed by the prospect of the new ‘ballroom’ becoming ground zero for an armed coalition of ‘patriots’ ICE or National Guard troops in the event of a coup? It seems to be happening with lightning speed, without a thought about historical preservation. If he pays for it... Continue Reading

Annoyed with MSC!

I have been shopping for a particular company since 2008. They do financial shops- banks and credit unions. I am reliable and always do good work. Issue is earlier this year I did a shop for them and I made a mistake. I was pressured by a banker to the... Continue Reading

My experience with Secret shopper.com

I just got notified a paper check was mailed today for 2 assignments I did for them in July and August. They were submitted on time with report feedback ratings of 10/10. Both were residential assignments involving travel and follow up offering Cirrus rates I was willing to... Continue Reading

Deep Thoughts on Financial Independence and Freedom

We should all spend more money to save time. The entire point of FIRE (Financial Independence, Retire Early) is to do more of what we love and less of what we hate. Since time is more valuable than money, it only makes sense to use wealth to minimize inconvenience. The... Continue Reading

$25 Payout for Stuffed Animal Shops at HEB?????

Hello and good morning. I noticed two shops in my city, both at HEB supermarkets paying $25.00 for the stuffed animal shops. Usually, to get that rate, I’d have to drive out the boondocks. The instructions look like the average run of the mill shops where you have... Continue Reading

Ipsos- how long to review a shop?

I have completed a number of shops for Ipsos recently. Five of them were gas station shops. One of them was a cell phone store. The cell phone store was approved almost immediately. However, the gas station ones are still pending after a week. Is Ipsos usually this slow? Also, where... Continue Reading

Regal Hospitality - Late reimbursement

Their guidelines state 45-75 days to get paid. It has been over 100 days and I have not been paid yet. I email and initially received a reply from Russell Jethroe the president of the company. Still no payment. I called and sent multiple emails with... Continue Reading

How quickly does White Clay pay?

Hi all, I recently did my first shop for White Clay and it was approved. Their FAQ states that they pay 30-60 days after a submitted shop is approved for payment. It's my understanding they have a good reputation, but I am just wondering what you folks have experienced... Continue Reading

The high cost of…working

The landscape is changing. Costs of everything have increased, but our rates have not. In fact, as I have reviewed the various MSC offerings across many apps and portals, they’ve decreased. This is simply not sustainable. I’m sharing my reply to a personal plea from a scheduler to do an assignment... Continue Reading

Coyle Payment

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Coyle Payment

Was anyone paid today? They have always been consistent.... Continue Reading

T-Life app shops

Shop pay is up to $400.. but tomorrow is the last day. A payday like that could get me a new stove, or even upgrade my tablet. But I really need to know what the $700 reimbursement is for. Can someone enlighten me? Or at least... Continue Reading

Ipsos Cell Phone Purchase/Return

Has anyone completed one of the high paying cell phone purchase and return shops for them recently? I find myself enticed by the bonused pay but a little nervous about the $700 "reimbursement" on something that should be refunded at the store. I don't want to sign up, read the... Continue Reading

Intellishop late pay

Anybody else not get payment from intellishop for August shops? I inquired and they told me there's a delay for some and it should be paid by the 26th. No communication if i hadn't asked. I hate how communication in this industry is a one way street.... Continue Reading

Recent Mentions of Payment

Just ask to pay separately. (Source). November 10, 2025

I’m not seeing it “down” but it hasn’t had anything posted paying enough to leave my driveway in weeks. (Source). November 09, 2025

I also caught 2-3 places pirating NFL, but the pay wasn't quite as good ($300 maybe, can't remember). (Source). November 09, 2025

Minimum wage employees being forced to do the work of 3 or 4 people because of corporate's payroll restrictions, who can blame them for having an "I don't give a care" attitude. (Source). November 09, 2025

I've changed devices, phone numbers, desktop computers, I've never had a problem recovering my Paypal account on a new device, and I have never had any other Paypal account. (Source). November 09, 2025

They will 100% look for any doubt or any excuse not to pay, and they’ll gladly choose not to pay you if given the chance. I (Source). November 09, 2025

I've changed devices, phone numbers, desktop computers, I've never had a problem recovering my Paypal account on a new device, and I have never had any other Paypal account. (Source). November 09, 2025

They are just too taxing for the meager pay. (Source). November 09, 2025

Venmo and Zelle provide no backup if a transaction goes sideways, so you’re outta luck. PayPal does, and does it well. If you hit a roadblock, politely note it’s nothing personal and ask for a supervisor, or end the session, call back, and (Source). November 09, 2025

won’t pay to work. Use (Source). November 08, 2025