Is full-time travel your dream? Here are 13 practical ways to learn how to travel full-time and become a full-time traveler. Full-time travel and long-term adventure appeal to many people, but it doesn’t have to remain just a dream. We sold our house, moved into an RV, and began traveling about four years ago. Last … Read more

I started making extra money and side hustling about 15 years ago, and in that time I’ve tried more than 20 different side hustles. I began because I wanted to stop living paycheck to paycheck and pay off student loans quickly — I managed to pay off $40,000 in student loans in just seven months … Read more

Do you want to get paid to write reviews? If you enjoy sharing your thoughts and experiences, you can turn that habit into a reliable way to earn money. Many companies and platforms compensate honest, detailed reviews about products, services, books, apps, and more. Some pay in cash, gift cards, or PayPal transfers; others send … Read more

Looking to learn how to save money in the summer? This article is packed with practical, easy-to-apply tips to help you keep your spending under control during the warm months. With school ending and temperatures rising, summer can feel like the most expensive season for many households. Extra activities for kids, childcare, vacations, and higher … Read more

Happy Monday! The weekend flew by too quickly — I’ve had several long weekends and a vacation recently, so getting back to a full workweek will be a challenge. It’s been a while since I worked a complete week, and I’m bracing myself for the workload ahead. I watched Boardwalk Empire last night. It’s one … Read more

Today I’m sharing an in-depth travel insurance review written by my sister-in-law and editor, Ariel Gardner. She explains her personal experience with travel insurance after a medical emergency abroad and walks through the claims process. You may have seen Ariel here before writing about taking her side hustle full-time, living in a small house, real … Read more

The holiday season is upon us, and so is the annual surge in holiday shopping. On average, people spend roughly $900 on gifts each holiday season. That figure doesn’t include other common holiday expenses like travel, food for gatherings, decorations, or party supplies. Many shoppers resort to credit cards to cover holiday costs, but carrying … Read more

Today I’m sharing a great piece from reader Anna Barker. She’s visited more than 55 countries and used travel as a way to improve her finances—paying off $60,000 in debt along the way. Enjoy! Hi, I’m Anna. Over the past decade I’ve lived and worked across the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East. Those moves … Read more

Should you pay off debt or save money? I wish this were a simple question with a single answer, but personal finance rarely works that way. Every person’s situation is different, so deciding whether to focus on paying down debt or building savings depends on your unique circumstances. Whether your obligations include a mortgage, student … Read more

Today I’m sharing a helpful article from Elaine Westerfield at Upscale Cheapskate. When boredom hits, many people instinctively spend money—but there are plenty of meaningful, low-cost alternatives. Below is Elaine’s list of ideas to keep you entertained, productive, and fulfilled without draining your wallet. Enjoy! We’ve all been there—a slow, lazy day with nothing pressing … Read more