I rarely use cheat codes other than like move objects or free real estate to move in families once my townies start dying of old age or I get sick of looking at them. When I do, it's to make the game harder/more realistic. I make my Sims pay child support if they have kids that don't live with them. I make college way more expensive. Taking away money for rags to riches. However, if I'm being honest, occasionally I do things that don't require a cheat code but but kinda maybe sorta a little bit "cheaty". lol. Like I had an apothecary retail store in one game that sells potions, serums, etc. that help with needs or emotions. Or I use the same items to complete aspirations. Have 5 dyes - Three of my sims completed this with the same 5 dyes. shrug.