I created a practical and fun printable called the $20 Savings Challenge to help people learn simple, effective ways to save money. The idea is straightforward: save $20 each week for a year and you will accumulate $1,040 without feeling a heavy burden on your budget. This challenge works well whether you plan to save … Read more

Are you wondering should I start a blog? Have you been thinking about starting a blog for a while? Maybe you’re looking for a way to earn extra income? Today I’ll share why I love blogging, how it has transformed my life, and why it might be the right step for you. My journey may … Read more

Last year I hosted my first Ask Me Anything on Making Sense of Cents. It was so well received that I decided to make this a regular feature. Ask Me Anything really means that—ask me anything you want. If you’re unsure where to start, here are some topic ideas you might find helpful: Personal finance … Read more

Hello! Here’s an awesome post from my friend Emma. As you know, we recently downsized and we now live in our RV. Life is awesome! In August 2015, we returned from 15 months of travel through Mexico and Europe with our young son. We had saved diligently during my pregnancy and used those funds to … Read more

Next week I turn 30. Wow! Some of you may still think of me as young, but turning 30 is… interesting. I remember adults telling me my younger years that their thirties were the best time of their lives. Back then I thought they were a little crazy. While writing this post I skimmed a … Read more

Hello! Please enjoy this post from a blog friend. I enjoy hearing about how others are progressing on their debt payoff journeys, and I believe these stories can help others stay motivated. Just over a year ago, my husband and I began a focused financial journey. At that time we carried more than $66,000 in … Read more

Editor’s note (May 2026): I originally wrote this article based on my personal experience testing Freecash and successfully cashing out. Since then, new reporting has come out about the company, and the app has been removed from Apple’s App Store. Freecash’s parent company disputes parts of that reporting, says it does not sell user data, … Read more

Do you want to sell printables online and make extra money? If so, you may be interested in one of the more popular printables programs available: the Gold City Ventures E-Printables course. In this Gold City Ventures review, I’ll walk you through the course details so you can decide if it’s the right fit for … Read more

Over the past year I’ve interviewed several people who earn money by doing things a bit differently. They’ve built their own paths and are thriving. If you missed any of those interviews on my blog, I’ve put together this roundup so you can quickly find opportunities that might spark your interest. Some entries below describe … Read more