10-Day British Virgin Islands Sailing Charter Itinerary
About a year and a half ago, RVing introduced us to a new friend who, like us, lives full-time on the road. He had…
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Is Life Feeling Complicated? 18 Practical Ways to Simplify It
Learning how to simplify your life can have a profound, positive impact on your present and future. Managing modern life—especially your finances—can feel overwhelming.…
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How to Live Rent-Free: Creative Ways to Cut Housing Costs
Rent is one of the biggest monthly expenses for most people. Below are practical, realistic strategies for how to live rent free, save money,…
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6 Practical Ways I Cut My College Costs and Saved Thousands
How much does college cost? Many people ask this question. Almost every week I receive messages from students or parents seeking ways to reduce…
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4 Ways Earning Extra Income Transformed My Life—and Can Transform Yours
On Making Sense of Cents we often discuss ways to earn extra money. While reducing expenses is important (and a major focus this year),…
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12 Smart Ways to Score a Free Sephora Gift Card
Are you searching for ways to get free Sephora gift cards? You’re in the right place. There are multiple legitimate methods to earn Sephora…
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7 Items You Should (and Shouldn’t) Buy Secondhand
When I was younger, I worked as a manager at a thrift store called Plato’s Closet. If you’re not familiar, it’s a store that…
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5 Myths About Renting a Room to a Stranger — What’s True?
Hey everyone! Enjoy this article by Mike. I was able to meet him at FinCon and he is super awesome! Michelle regularly updates her…
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50+ Smart Ways to Save Money and Stretch Your Budget
Looking for money-saving ideas? I enjoy helping people discover practical, realistic ways to save money. Learning how to save money helped me pay off…
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Quit Your Job and Build a Powerful Amazon Side Income
Hello! Today I’m sharing an in-depth interview that explains how to earn extra income by learning how to sell on Amazon. If you’re exploring…
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March Blogging Income Report: How I Made $72,196 This Month
Welcome to my March online income report, where I break down how I earned money online last month. Below you’ll find a clear update…
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How Your Credit Score Shapes Life Decisions + Credit Sesame Review
The finance world is divided on the importance of credit scores. Some people deliberately use credit to their advantage, while others dismiss credit history…
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