Top Black Friday Weekend Deals I Recommend

featured 72046

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

Top Mortgage Options for First-Time Homebuyers in 2025

featured 77764

The following is a sponsored partnership with PSECU. Buying your first home is one of life’s major milestones, but rising home prices and interest rates can make the process feel out of reach. Fortunately, a growing number of lenders now offer affordable mortgage programs designed to lower upfront costs and make homeownership more attainable for … Read more

15 Ways to Earn Free Walmart Gift Cards Fast

featured 67436

Do you want to learn legitimate ways to earn free Walmart gift cards? Yes—you can earn Walmart gift cards without spending money by using rewards apps, survey sites, trade-in programs, and cashback services. These methods let you collect points or credits that can be redeemed for Walmart eGift Cards or Walmart Cash, helping you save … Read more

Why 0% Financing Might Cost You More Than It Seems

featured 23057

We’ve all seen them — 0% financing promotions for cars, electronics, appliances, jewelry and more. At first glance they look like great bargains, but many of these offers carry hidden conditions and potential downsides. There are several important catches to be aware of. When handled carefully, 0% financing can be a smart tool. But if … Read more

Why Earn $100K+/Month and Choose Life in an RV?

featured 32460 scaled

My name is Michelle and I live in an RV. And yes, I regularly earn over $100,000 a month. A common question I receive is: “Why would you make $100,000+ and live in an RV?” I get asked this so often it warranted its own article. The short answer is simple — we live in … Read more

Save Over $2,000 a Year with Republic Wireless: Real Savings Review

img 13781 1

Have you heard of Republic Wireless and their low-cost cell phone plans? If not, keep reading this Republic Wireless review—especially if you’re paying more than $50 a month for your current phone service.

I first discovered Republic Wireless last summer while researching affordable mobile plans. I was surprised at how low their prices were, and their offering has become even more budget-friendly since then.

We currently spend about $25 per month per phone with Republic Wireless, which includes unlimited talk, text, and Wi‑Fi. They even offer plans starting as low as $15 per month.

Yes—$15 cell phone plans.

That’s a dramatic difference from the $225 we used to pay monthly for phone service with AT&T.

This article includes affiliate links. If you want to try Republic Wireless immediately, you can use the affiliate link in the original post. It supports the author and helps fund more reviews like this one.

Read more

How I Earned from Blogging in September + Proven Ways to Grow a Loyal Audience

featured 41195

Welcome to my September business report. Each month I share how I earn money online and how I managed to travel full-time last month. Here’s an update on how the business performed in September.

If you’re new to Making Sense of Cents, you might wonder why I publish a monthly business report.

This started as my extra income report because, in the early days, it focused on side-job earnings. Those early reports documented every income stream outside my day job.

I left my role as a financial analyst in October 2013, and now these monthly reports cover all the ways I earn a living through my business.

Read more

How I Saved a 20% Deposit by Age 20: 20 Practical Strategies

featured 30171

Michelle’s quick note: Today I’m sharing an excellent guest post on how to save money from Rachael, a longtime reader of Making Sense of Cents. Rachael bought her first investment property at 20 by saving a 20% deposit entirely on her own—no family help. Below is her story and practical tips. Enjoy! I bought my … Read more

Common RV Questions: Yes, I Even Talk About Where We Go #2

featured 24630

Ever since we began full-time RV living, people have asked us some interesting questions. Many of those questions sound funny now, but I remember having many of the same doubts before we started. Because of that, I wanted to address the most common RV questions we receive in one clear, helpful post. Some questions come … Read more

Is Rover Worth It? How to Make Money Pet Sitting and Dog Walking

featured 71278

Is Rover worth it? Have you considered turning your love of animals into extra income? Rover is a popular pet-sitting and dog-walking platform that’s ideal for people wanting a flexible side hustle caring for pets. I’ve personally earned money on Rover as both a dog walker and a sitter, so I can confirm it’s a … Read more