This post is a sponsored partnership with GlassesUSA.com. All opinions are entirely my own. During our 10-day sailing trip in June we had an amazing time exploring beautiful islands, snorkeling in clear waters, and enjoying the trip. Unfortunately, one of us lost a favorite pair of glasses we’d owned for years. I began searching for … Read more

Now that Memorial Day has passed, the unofficial start of summer is here. With warmer weather ahead, many households will see their electricity bills rise over the coming months as cooling demand increases. Below are practical, easy-to-follow tips to help you lower your electricity costs this summer. Some suggestions may seem obvious, but many people … Read more

Welcome to the October online income report. This post reviews my monthly earnings and tracks the progress I made over the last month.   Background on these monthly income reports This series began as an extra income report because before October 2013 I still had a day job. In those early reports I listed all … Read more

How much do you save each month? Would you like to learn practical, effective ways to keep more of your money? If you’re searching for some of the best ways to save money for the year ahead, this article offers over 50 useful ideas to help you start saving more. There are countless strategies to … Read more

Hi everyone! I’m Alexis, Michelle’s younger sister and the blogger behind FITnancials. Many of you may already know me, but if we haven’t met, I’ve spent the past two years traveling the world as a blogger, au pair, and volunteer. I’ve taken several mother-and-daughter trips with my mom, and I often write about my journeys, … Read more

Welcome to the January online income report. Each month I publish a transparent breakdown of the money I earned online the previous month. This report covers how I performed in January and why I choose to share these updates publicly. If you’re new here, you might wonder why I post my income every month. If … Read more

Do you want to live a life that doesn’t revolve around work? For most of my life, I followed the usual path: go to school, get good grades, find a stable job, and save a little each month. The plan was to work for decades and then finally enjoy life in retirement. Even while following … Read more

We bought a van last month! You might be wondering, “Did you stop sailing to live in a van?” No — we didn’t quit sailing, and we’re still very much enjoying our boat. In fact, we’re on the boat right now and couldn’t be happier. The van is simply an addition to our lifestyle, not … Read more

The following article is a sponsored partnership with Aviagames. The gaming landscape has changed significantly. Today, many players enjoy titles that combine entertainment with the opportunity to earn real money. In 2025, skill-based real money games are growing in popularity. These games reward player ability, strategy, and consistency, offering competitive formats where you can potentially … Read more