It is increasingly common for women to be the primary earners in their households, and for many couples this arrangement works very well. Still, shifting traditional roles can introduce new challenges for both partners. I speak from experience: I am a female breadwinner. In one year my business earned nearly $1,000,000, and I’m on track … Read more

Do you want to learn how to sell used tires? Maybe you have a stack taking up space in your garage after a tire change and don’t want to just toss them. Selling used tires can earn you extra income while helping others who need affordable replacement tires and reducing waste. This guide covers: Best … Read more

Recently I discovered the surprising world of pet financing — including loans marketed to people with poor credit. Many retailers and pet stores offer financing plans to make puppies and kittens seem more affordable. Monthly payments are often several hundred dollars, and the temptation of a cute animal leads many buyers to bring a new … Read more

HeyPiggy pays you to take surveys at home. Read my full HeyPiggy review below to learn how it works and whether it’s worth your time. If you’re looking for a simple, low-stress way to earn a little extra cash from home, online survey sites are a common option. Many readers ask me for flexible side … Read more

Almost everyone, at some point, has felt the pressure to keep up with the Joneses. Whether you’re five and want the latest toy everyone else has, or fifty and feel compelled to upgrade your house or car, this impulse touches nearly everyone. The trouble is that trying to keep up with others can quickly make … Read more

Are you thinking about starting a side business—maybe to eventually leave the 9–5, or simply to earn some extra income? Whatever your motivation, you’re in the right place. On Making Sense of Cents I share many ideas about side businesses. My own side business, this blog, transformed my life: it helped me pay off $40,000 … Read more

Do you want to learn how to be frugal? Are you searching for practical ways to spend less without sacrificing quality of life? Are you frugal, or do you habitually waste money—spending far beyond your actual needs? If you’re reading this, you’re likely trying to become more intentional with your finances. Whether you already consider … Read more

Is social media consuming your time or causing you stress? In this article, I share more than 100 alternatives to scrolling social media you can try today. In a previous post, Why I Took A Year Long Work and Social Media Break, I described stepping back from social platforms and how much less time I … Read more

No new picture for this week, so here’s an old one. Miami 2011. Hi everyone. I hope you all had a great weekend. Mine was quiet—I spent time tidying the house and trying to relax. I want to update you on my “Reconnecting with Family” post from January. I CALLED MY AUNT ON SATURDAY! I’d … Read more

Happy Monday and happy April, everyone! March was another great month. I earned a significant amount of extra income from my side hustles, and life in general has been going well. We purchased a new car and decided we won’t be selling our house this year — we’re planning to wait. This post is quite … Read more