Wondering, “What can I do as a side job?” Below is a curated list of more than 80 practical side hustle ideas you can pursue this year to earn extra income. A side job—also called a side hustle—is work you do in addition to your regular job to bring in more money. Side jobs can … Read more

Do you love road trips and exploring new places? What if you could get paid to drive? It’s true—there are legitimate ways to earn money while driving a car or RV across the country. For many people, the main barriers to traveling more are income and travel costs. Fortunately, several options let you offset expenses … Read more

Hey everyone! Today I’m sharing an excellent article from Liz Stapleton. A licensed attorney since 2012 and a blogger since 2014, Liz has spoken at virtual and in-person conferences, including FinCon, on the importance of legally protecting your blog and business. She is the founder and voice behind Less Debt, More Wine, a personal finance … Read more

Today I’m sharing a post from one of my new favorite bloggers. Christine is fantastic — in May she earned over $21,000 from her online work. I’ve always wanted to travel. Growing up in New Zealand was wonderful, but by my teenage years I craved something bigger. After finishing a degree I never ended up … Read more

Want to save money on clothing and score a free Old Navy gift card? Free gift cards are an effective way to cut clothing expenses. They let you shop at Old Navy in-store or online without using cash. You can keep them for yourself or give them as gifts to friends and family. Yes, earning … Read more

Are you considering refinancing your student loans? Student debt can quickly become overwhelming—often totaling tens of thousands of dollars and, for some, exceeding $100,000. On average, graduates from the class of 2015 carried just over $35,000 in student loan debt. For those with professional degrees, the average balances are substantially higher: law school graduates can … Read more

One year ago I launched a new interview series on Making Sense of Cents to spotlight people doing extraordinary things with their lives. I started the series to share real stories of financial success and to introduce readers to the individuals behind those successes. My goal was to provide motivation and practical examples of what’s … Read more

Are you wondering what the best jobs for 16-year-olds are? Landing your first job at 16 can be both exciting and a little nerve-wracking. You’re ready to earn your own money and build work experience, but may not know where to begin. Fortunately, there are many appropriate and accessible options for teens who want to … Read more

Hello! Today I’m sharing a guest post from Melanie, who launched a business as a podcast virtual assistant and explains how you can do the same. I’m Melanie Scroggins — a voice actor and podcast producer based in Austin, TX, where I live with my husband and our two pets. I’ve been working in audio … Read more

You may have been surprised by the headline, but read on — there’s a method to the message. Many wealthy people are wealthy because they manage money carefully. While sensational stories about extravagant spending and bankruptcy exist, the typical millionaire often lives frugally and makes smart financial choices. Here are a few well-known examples of … Read more