Ask Me Anything: Your Questions Answered Live

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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

How Downsizing Our Home Let Us Chase a More Fulfilling Life

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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

30 Money and Life Lessons I Learned in My First 30 Years

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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

Happier with Less: How Spending Less Boosts Well-Being

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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

How I Earned $302.80 Playing Mobile Games in One Week

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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

Gold City Ventures E-Printables Course Review: Is It Worth It?

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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

9 Remote and Travel-Friendly Careers for a Flexible Lifestyle

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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

23 Proven Ways to Make Money Typing from Home

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If you want to earn extra money from home, you can get paid to type. Many websites and companies hire people for typing tasks such as transcription, data entry, captioning, and proofreading. These roles are ideal for anyone who enjoys typing and needs flexible hours. Whether you type quickly or are simply looking to put … Read more

Financial Freedom Checklist: Steps to Achieve Financial Independence

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Financial freedom. Everyone wants it, but not everyone puts in the effort to make it a reality. Today, I want to help you change that. Money isn’t everything, but when managed wisely it makes life easier and opens opportunities. Building a secure financial future is one of the smartest uses of your resources. Here’s what … Read more

18 Relaxed High-Paying Jobs With Low Stress and Slow Pace

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Are you exhausted from constant work stress? I used to be, too. Moving into a slow-paced job transformed my happiness and wellbeing. Today I enjoy a calm workday, meet my financial goals, and have more time for life outside of work. Many people want low-stress jobs that allow them to earn a living while maintaining … Read more