How I Made Over $400 a Month Donating Blood Plasma

Today, I have a great article to share about how a reader made money by donating plasma. Nicole Ray has previously written for Making Sense of Cents – How I Received $4,500 in Free Amazon Products by Writing Reviews – and she’s back again with another side hustle. Enjoy! You’ve probably heard of college students… […]
How I Made $6,161 in Just 4 Months With a New Etsy Printables Shop

Do you want to learn how to make a semi-passive income by selling printables on Etsy? Are you wondering if a new Etsy printables shop can make money? Selling digital products is a great way to earn money online without worrying about inventory, shipping, or customer returns. With the right strategy, you can create products… […]
How To Save $200 a Year On Things You’re Already Buying Online

Shopping online has become a regular part of life for most of us. Whether it’s groceries, travel, electronics, or everyday essentials, we’re all making purchases throughout the year. But what if I told you there’s an easy way to get paid for shopping for the things you’re already buying? That’s where cashback apps like ShopBack… […]
Is This the Best Free Financial Planning Tool?

Wondering if Empower is the right tool to help you track your net worth, budget, and investments? This Empower Review will break down everything you need to know. Keeping track of your money can feel overwhelming, especially when you have multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and investments. That’s why I love using financial tools and… […]
When To Cut Your Financial Losses When Paying For Service
To my dismay, my beloved hot tub stopped working the other day. It had been fully operational since 2016, but when I went to visit it for a late morning soak, I found its GFCI circuit breaker not working. When I tried to flip it back on, the circuit popped down within three seconds. I […]
Veterans United the Top VA Loan Lender in 2024 for Third Straight Year

Well, another year is in the books at the VA, and like prior years, Veterans United topped the list as the #1 VA loan lender in America. This marked their third year as the top VA loan lender, beating out United Wholesale Mortgage (UWM) for the top spot this time around. They’ve now taken the […]
17 Best Jobs for 14 Year Olds To Make Money

Are you wondering what the best jobs for 14-year-olds are? Looking for a job as a 14-year-old can be exciting – it’s a great way to start earning money and gain some early work experience. There are plenty of options out there, both in person and online, that can fit their interests and skills. I… […]
The Three Step Process To Investing A Lot Of Money Wisely

Let’s say you’ve come into a large sum of money—perhaps $1 million or more from stock grants, a bonus, or the sale of a home. Congratulations! After accounting for taxes, the real challenge is deciding how to invest it. Given the significant amount, the last thing you want to do is lose a portion of […]
How To Save $10,000 in a Year

Do you want to learn how to save $10,000 in a year? Saving $10,000 in a year might sound hard, but it’s a goal you may be able to reach with some planning and work. By breaking down this big target into smaller steps, you can make steady progress and watch your savings grow (and… […]
The Positive Impact A Recession Can Have On Your Life

Unfortunately, the chances of another recession are increasing, largely due to the uncertainty set forth by the new administration. When uncertainty rises, we collectively tend to spend less and save more. As a result, corporate profit growth may slow, stock prices could fall, and layoffs may increase. Losing money in your investments and then your […]