Are you considering refinancing your student loans? The average college graduate in 2015 left school with a little over $35,000 in student loan debt. For those with professional degrees, such as law or medicine, balances are often much higher—sometimes averaging around $150,000 to $200,000. That level of debt can feel overwhelming, so it’s important to … Read more

It’s been a while since I hosted an Ask Me Anything here on Making Sense of Cents, so I’m excited to open the floor again. Ask Me Anything truly means anything — feel free to pose questions on any topic you’re curious about. If you need ideas, here are some subjects I often get asked … Read more

Do you want to work on a cruise ship and are wondering how to find cruise ship jobs? Cruise ship positions offer a distinctive way to earn a living while traveling. You can visit incredible destinations, experience new cultures, and develop skills in fields ranging from hospitality and entertainment to technical and medical services. Many … Read more

Hello! Today I’m pleased to share an excellent article from Jorden Makelle, owner of Writing Revolt. Jorden is a student of my Making Sense of Affiliate Marketing course, and she’s sharing how she earned $59,977.50 from affiliate marketing on her blog in a single year. If you don’t have a blog yet, consider joining my … Read more

Welcome to the August 2017 business income report, where I break down how I earned money online last month. Below you’ll find an update on the business, key lessons, and a detailed income breakdown for August. If you’re new to Making Sense of Cents, you might wonder why I publish these monthly income reports. If … Read more

Are you searching for the best crafting hobbies that can earn you money? Turning a favorite craft into a profitable pastime can be both enjoyable and rewarding. If you already spend free time making things by hand, consider turning that skill into a side income or a full-time business. Many crafts can be monetized: from … Read more

Hey everyone. Today I bring you the next edition of my “Extra Income” series. If you would like to be featured, please send me an e-mail. Other profiles in this series include: I Run a Resume Business and I Help Businesses Create Online Campaigns. I’ve been working on the web for more than seven years, … Read more

I’ve been working from home for a few months now, and because of that I’ve heard a number of myths about what it’s like to work remotely. Whether you run your own business from home or telecommute for an employer, many of these misconceptions are common. I love working from home and wouldn’t trade it, … Read more

This guest contribution is by Ben Reynolds and Samuel Smith of Sure Dividend. You may remember Ben from his previous guest posts – How I Became A Successful Dividend Growth Investor and Reaching Early Retirement Through Dividend Growth Investing. REITs are a frequent topic among Making Sense of Cents readers, so I’m pleased the experts … Read more

Are you considering renting a room in your home to earn extra income? Before we started traveling full-time, we owned a house and over the years hosted four different roommates. We rented an extra bedroom and the finished basement, which provided a reliable way to bring in supplemental income. Although having roommates isn’t always perfect, … Read more