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Living large on a small budget. Despite what you may have heard, you don't have to sacrifice your financial independence to enjoy life. We believe people on a budget can still enjoy fabulous and fun lives.

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Fun and Frugal Ways to Observe Memorial Day

Published Monday, May 20, 2013 - 06:36 by Wise Bread

Memorial Day is the official American kick-off event for summer, and a time when we stop to remember lost loved ones and the sacrifices made by members of the armed service over our nation's many years of history. Here's how to save on everything from food and fun to more formal remembrance activities. […]

5 Questions You Should Ask at Every Job Interview

Published Monday, May 20, 2013 - 06:24 by Wise Bread

When you go into a job interview, you likely have rehearsed what you're going to stay to the interviewer about your skills and experience. But then comes the part of the interview when your potential employer offers you the opportunity to ask questions. […]

Best Money Tips: Money Lessons From Star Trek

Published Monday, May 20, 2013 - 06:00 by Wise Bread

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some fantastic articles on money lessons from the new Star Trek, budget travel 101, and sending your child to preschool for less. Top 5 Articles 12 money lessons from the new Star Trek — Learn a couple lessons from Star Trek by staying in shape and remembering that sometimes intuition should rule. […]

Should Your Next Car Be Electric?

Published Monday, May 20, 2013 - 05:48 by Wise Bread

With the national average cost of a gallon of gasoline currently hovering around $3.58 (or even $4+ in some areas), filling up your car may seem like a nightmare. Car fuel is one of the most volatile categories under most families' budgets, because prices fluctuate due to a variety of factors, from Middle East tensions to oil spills or refinery fires. […]

Ally Bank Review: Flexibility and Decent Yields

Published Friday, May 17, 2013 - 06:36 by Wise Bread

Ally Bank is one of the most prominent banks in the online space. […]

7 Places Teens (and Adults) Can Learn About Money

Published Friday, May 17, 2013 - 06:24 by Wise Bread

We all want to encourage financial literacy in our teens (and ourselves). But what exactly does that mean, how is financial literacy best accomplished, and where can you go to learn? […]

Best Money Tips: All You Need to Know About Saving for Retirement

Published Friday, May 17, 2013 - 06:00 by Wise Bread

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some stellar articles on all you need to know about saving for retirement, personal finance experiences for older kids, and average tax refunds. Top 5 Articles All you need to know about saving for retirement — When it comes to retirement, you should be saving 10% to 15% of your income. […]

Get It in Writing: A Quick Guide to Agreements and Contracts

Published Friday, May 17, 2013 - 05:48 by Wise Bread

Everybody's heard that worn-out piece of wisdom — get any deal you make in writing because something could always go south with the deal. We hear it regularly, but not all of us do it. It's a bit of a hassle, especially for small agreements. It doesn't make sense to require a contract if you're paying a neighborhood kid a little cash to mow your yard, after all. […]

2 Investing Concepts Everyone Should Know

Published Thursday, May 16, 2013 - 06:36 by Wise Bread

Investing is arguably the most complicated and intimidating topic within personal finance. Understanding (and making use of) two key investing concepts will go a long way toward demystifying the process while dialing down the fear factor. Let's get started! (See also: The 10-Step Staircase to a Comfortable Retirement) Compound Interest At first glance, this one seems like no big deal. […]

The 5 Best Washing Machines

Published Thursday, May 16, 2013 - 06:24 by Wise Bread

The washing machine is a staple appliance in any household because of our need to keep our clothes fresh and clean. But while many of us are familiar with the use of a washing machine, what happens when we have to purchase a brand new one for our homes? […]