I’ve always been a fan of odd jobs and side hustles, as highlighted in the side hustle series on Make Money Your Way. Today, let’s explore an industry that could be perfect for either a full-time career or a side gig for students: online gaming. With the rise of online activities, it’s no surprise that […]

I’ve been eyeing a lovely piece of land lately, and as you might know, I have some money I want to invest. I already spent $100,000 to secure my share of beach access on a 90-acre development up north, and I’ve done some roadwork and dug a well there. So, I have $100,000 left, which […]

Since starting Make Money Your Way in mid-2013, I committed to giving 10% of my blogging income to support children’s education in my village. As mentioned in a previous update, I awarded two scholarships to the top middle school students so they could attend high school 150 miles away for the next three years. Boarding […]

Cryptocurrencies have huge potential as an investment, though they’ve also seen plenty of ups and downs. Unless you’re a professional trader, it’s wise to manage your risk by following sound investment principles. Without proper risk management, investing in cryptocurrencies can feel a lot like gambling. One challenge is the plethora of cryptocurrency exchanges available, which […]

I recently read a post on Financial Samurai questioning whether wealthy and powerful people are trying to keep the middle class down. After going through the comments, I was shocked that most people responded with a firm “of course not!” and only a few tentative “maybes,” mostly suggesting that the rich just want to keep […]

On Make Money Your Way, we’re celebrating our 6-month milestone. Did I reach my goal of earning $3,000 by this point? Click to find out… In early retirement, one question that often comes up is how to fill your time and manage relationships when you’re no longer working a 9 to 5 job. Life can […]

Recently, I shared some thoughts about how our grandparents or previous generations probably earned less money than we do now but also had fewer needs because they were highly self-sufficient. They grew their own food, built parts or all of their houses, sewed their clothes, and more. Because of this self-sufficiency, they could save a […]

I read an interesting guest post on the blog “I Will Teach You To Be Rich” by Jay Cross, who actually paid a fee just to apply for his dream job. It was a smart move for both him and the recruiter. The recruiter’s small barrier ensured only the most motivated applicants applied. By paying […]

Last week was incredibly stressful because I was selling my studio apartment in the suburbs of Paris. I had found a buyer in June, but it took months for the legal contract to be prepared due to his lawyer’s delays. We finally managed to sign the sale agreement at the beginning of August. You’d think […]

Good morning! Just a quick reminder for everyone in the UK: the tax year ends on April 5th, so make sure you use up your ISA allowance soon. Back in January, I set some significant financial goals for 2014, and it’s time for a progress update! Rent out the guest house? Done. **Increase Net Worth […]