Personal Finance


  • How I Made $500,000 in Candle Sales on Etsy
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on April 27, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Do you want to learn how to start a profitable Etsy business selling candles with print-on-demand? Print-on-demand candles can be a great way to sell unique and giftable products online without having to manage inventory or ship orders yourself. This means you can run this work-from-home business from your laptop, which is one reason so... The post How I Made $500,000 in Candle Sales on Etsy appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • Why Squarespace Blueprint AI Is Helpful if You Don’t Know Where To Start
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on April 22, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Have you ever wanted to start a website, but then you opened up a website builder and felt totally stuck? Maybe you thought, “Where do I even begin?” Or you saw a bunch of templates and felt like you had to pick the “perfect” one right away. Or maybe you weren’t even sure what pages... The post Why Squarespace Blueprint AI Is Helpful if You Don’t Know Where To Start appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • 11 Ways To Build Wealth That Take Less Effort Than You Think
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on April 20, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Are you looking for ways to build wealth? When people hear the phrase “build wealth,” they usually think of something big and complicated. They may picture someone who is constantly tracking the stock market, running multiple businesses, or making a six-figure salary. It can sound like something that takes a ton of time, a ton... The post 11 Ways To Build Wealth That Take Less Effort Than You Think appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • 8 Best Places To Sell Musical Instruments for Cash
    by Alexis Schroeder on April 15, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Do you have musical instruments you’re no longer using and want to sell? In my household, we play piano, violin, cello, and ukulele, so we know quite a bit about buying and selling instruments for the best value.  In this article, I’m sharing: And more! Recommended reading: 11 Best Ways To Get Paid To Listen... The post 8 Best Places To Sell Musical Instruments for Cash appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • How To Make $10,000 a Month as a Personal Chef
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on April 13, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Do you want to learn how to become a personal chef? Are you wondering if it’s possible to make money cooking for others? Many people think that if you want to cook for a living, you have to work long hours in a restaurant. But that’s not the only path. As a personal chef, you... The post How To Make $10,000 a Month as a Personal Chef appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • 10 Signs You’re Ready To Start Your Own Business
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on April 6, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Have you been thinking about starting your own business? Maybe you’ve caught yourself daydreaming about starting your own small business idea and being your own boss, setting your own schedule, or building something that belongs to you. But at the same time, you might be wondering if you’re actually ready. A lot of people feel... The post 10 Signs You’re Ready To Start Your Own Business appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • Top-Rated Investment Platforms for Managing Alternative Assets
    by Making Sense of Cents Editorial Team on April 2, 2026 at 1:36 pm

    This article is a paid partnership with AccuPlan. The content was provided by the advertiser and is published for informational purposes only. Alternative investments can be complex, illiquid and higher risk than traditional investments. Returns are not guaranteed and may vary based on market conditions and individual investments. Self-directed investment retirement accounts (IRAs) allow you... The post Top-Rated Investment Platforms for Managing Alternative Assets appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • 8 Best Places To Sell Used Textbooks
    by Alexis Schroeder on April 1, 2026 at 11:05 am

    Do you have old college textbooks lying around? You can probably make some money off of them and help someone else avoid paying the full cost for a new textbook by selling your used textbooks. When I was in college, I bought used textbooks all the time from online sites. I don’t think I ever... The post 8 Best Places To Sell Used Textbooks appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • Best Low‑Interest Personal Loans for Debt Consolidation
    by Making Sense of Cents Editorial Team on April 1, 2026 at 6:37 am

    This article is a paid partnership with PSECU. The content was provided by the advertiser and is published for informational purposes only. It should not be considered legal or financial advice. Rates, terms and approval depend on your credit profile and financial situation, so it’s important to compare offers carefully. Juggling multiple debt payments each... The post Best Low‑Interest Personal Loans for Debt Consolidation appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • 24 Jobs AI Won’t Replace (That Still Need Real People)
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on March 30, 2026 at 11:15 am

    Looking for the best jobs that AI won’t replace? If you’ve been seeing news articles about AI taking over jobs, you’re not alone. I’ve been seeing it a lot, and I’ve also received messages from readers who are worried about what work will look like in the next few years. They wonder if they should... The post 24 Jobs AI Won’t Replace (That Still Need Real People) appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • If I Started an Etsy Printables Shop Today, Here’s Exactly What I’d Do
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on March 23, 2026 at 11:00 am

    Do you want to learn how to start an Etsy printables shop from scratch? Are you wondering what you should actually do first – and if it’s still possible to make money selling printables today? Selling digital products like printables can be a great way to make extra income online. You don’t have to worry... The post If I Started an Etsy Printables Shop Today, Here’s Exactly What I’d Do appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

  • World of Books Review: Is It Worth It To Sell Your Used Books?
    by Michelle Schroeder-Gardner on March 23, 2026 at 4:58 am

    Are you looking for an easy way to sell used books without listing them online? In this World of Books Review, I’m sharing what it was like to scan books around my home, see instant prices, and decide what was worth sending in. If you’re like me, you probably have way more books than you... The post World of Books Review: Is It Worth It To Sell Your Used Books? appeared first on Making Sense Of Cents.

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