In our household, I manage most of the bills, financial accounts, and more. I know I’m not alone either – in most families, one person usually handles all of these things. I’ve been in charge of our important information for years, mainly because it’s just something I know I can do and we’ve fallen into… … Read more
Back in August, I spent $160 on a hotel that was significantly cheaper than the ones surrounding it. I was hoping that I found a deal. Of course, it backfired on me. In that post, I mentioned the reasons for why we left the hotel just minutes after we checked in (including there being blood splatters in the… … Read more
Let’s get this out of the way first – saving your money is one of the best things you can do for yourself. And, the financial security that comes from learning to save your money means you’re able to pursue your passions, try new things, and jump on whatever adventure comes your way. So, why… … Read more
Here on Making Sense of Cents, we talk a lot about making more money and the positives that go along with that. However, just making more money doesn’t solve all of your financial problems. To fix your financial situation, you may need a mixture of both saving more and earning more. This is a big… … Read more
Is saving for retirement important? Some people think so. But, if you love spending all of your money on things you want right now, like lavish vacations and designer clothing, then maybe learning how to save money for retirement isn’t for you. Just kidding, that’s horrible advice. Your future is very important and you can… … Read more
Are you looking to make extra money and cut back on your electricity use? Here is my OhmConnect review that will help you do just that. I have partnered with OhmConnect and I will be talking about if OhmConnect is legitimate and safe, average OhmConnect earnings, and more. If you live in California, I found… … Read more
Your cell phone bill is probably one of the largest bills that you pay each month. Your cell phone can easily cost you over $100 per month, and if you have a family, then you may even be paying a few hundred dollars per month. This probably comes as no surprise, but most people are… … Read more
According to the Motley Fool, the average American family has $7,630 in credit card debt, $11,244 in student loans, $8,163 in car loans, and $70,322 on a mortgage. However, before you think the above amounts seem low, these figures include those who don’t have any debt. So, for example, when you only factor in those… … Read more
Wondering what retirement mistakes will ruin your retirement? Here are the biggest retirement mistakes we all make. Have you ever checked in to see if you are on track for retirement? I know this can feel like a daunting task, but preparing yourself for retirement can help you save more and avoid common retirement mistakes…. … Read more
Hello! Today, I have a great article to share about raising backyard chickens for eggs, and how much it will cost you to raise chickens. I have several different family members who raise chickens for eggs, so I am familiar with the topic. When Chris approached me with the guest post idea, I had to… … Read more
