On April 18, 2008, my father passed away from cancer. Although that day was heartbreaking, I try to make each day better than the last because I know that’s what he would have wanted. I’d like to dedicate this post to him. I originally wrote this some time ago, and it still brings me comfort … Read more

Looking for ways to simplify and improve your daily routine? Life can feel overwhelmingly busy, and juggling work, family, chores, and other commitments often leaves you drained. Over the years I’ve adopted practical strategies to make my days more manageable without constantly feeling like I’m behind. Simplifying your routine not only saves time but can … Read more

Click here to download the PDF Click here to download the PDF Use this downloadable Debt Payoff Plan to organize your debts, prioritize payments, and track progress toward becoming debt-free. The worksheet helps you list each account, note balances, interest rates, minimum payments, and target payoff dates. By laying out this information clearly, you can … Read more

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Old picture of a waterfall near Atlanta Hello everyone! I hope you had a wonderful weekend. We attended a bonfire on Saturday and had an inexpensive but very enjoyable weekend. Those low-cost, high-fun weekends are the best. I didn’t get to the work I brought home as planned. The weekend seemed to fly by, and … Read more

Collecting and trading Pokémon cards has been a beloved hobby since the 1990s for both kids and adults. Many of us remember the excitement of opening new packs, hunting for rare cards, and trading with friends. Over the years, certain cards have climbed dramatically in value, making it important to know where and how to … Read more

Hello, Welcome to a new Ask Me Anything session here on Making Sense of Cents! Ask Me Anything is exactly what it says — you can ask me anything. If you need some inspiration, here are topics I often cover: Personal finance Blogging My life and experiences Travel RV living Sailing Location independence Small business … Read more

Are you thinking about buying or selling an online business and want an honest Flippa review? I’ve personally purchased one website and sold three, so I understand the potential and pitfalls of online business marketplaces. Flippa is one of the best-known platforms for buying and selling websites, e-commerce stores, mobile apps, domain names, SaaS products, … Read more

Do you want to learn how to make money on Fiverr for beginners? Whether you’re aiming to earn extra income or build a full-time work-from-home career, Fiverr is a global freelancing marketplace that lets you turn skills into income. From graphic design and writing to video editing and social media management, the platform offers a … Read more

Hello, The sale period has ended. I recently published an article called How to Save Money This Holiday Shopping Season, which offers practical tips if you’re looking for ways to cut costs right now. Although the deals are over, here are several other helpful resources and posts you might find useful: The Best Blogging Courses … Read more