Why I Am Glad I Started My Blog 15 Years Ago
This month marks 15 years since I launched Making Sense of Cents — a milestone that still feels surreal. I began the blog in…
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Find the Right Credit Union for Your HELOC
This article is a paid partnership with Members 1st Federal Credit Union. The content was provided by the advertiser and is published for informational…
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15 Places to Sell Collectibles for Cash
Do you have collectibles tucked away that you’re thinking about selling? Whether it’s old toys, trading cards, coins, comic books, vintage Pyrex, sports memorabilia,…
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What I Stopped Pretending I Needed in My 30s
Sometime in my 30s, I realized I was tired of holding on to things I didn’t actually want anymore. And I don’t just mean…
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16 Location-Independent Business Ideas You Can Run Anywhere
Have you considered starting a business you can run from anywhere? Whether you want to work from home, travel more, spend winters in a…
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How Much Does It Cost to Own a Dog? Annual & Lifetime Costs
Wondering how much it costs to own a dog? Whether you’re considering bringing a dog into your home or already share your life with…
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12 Faceless Business Ideas to Earn Money Anonymously
Do you want to start a business but prefer not to show your face online? When I launched my first online business, I chose…
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Retired at 42 in Portugal Using Index Funds and an Etsy Shop
Today’s guest post is from Janeen Blake of Love. Eat. Travel. Repeat, who retired from corporate life at 42 and relocated with her family…
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After 10 Years Remote, Returning to the Office Surprised Me
Most people assume the biggest cost of an in-person job is the commute, but the true expense goes much deeper. Working from home long-term…
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Earned $40,000 in One Night Selling POD Shirts on TikTok Live
Do you want to learn how to earn money selling print-on-demand products on TikTok? Print-on-demand (POD) lets you sell shirts, sweatshirts, and other items…
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Cash for Gold USA Review: Should You Sell Your Gold Online?
Are you wondering how to turn unused gold into cash? In this Cash for Gold USA review, I share my experience sending in gold…
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How I Earned $400,000 on Whatnot in Under 9 Months
Do you want to learn how to make money on Whatnot? Have you wondered if you can sell products online without showing your face,…
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