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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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The Three F Rule Can Lead You to Happiness

By Paul Michael In advertising, my chosen career, there is an unwritten rule for working with clients that makes everyone’s lives just a little better. It’s the Three F Rule. But when I explained it to people outside of my industry, they immediately saw ways that it could apply to their own lives. […]

Best of Personal Finance: Dog Days of Summer Edition

By Andrea Dickson Networking is the key to self-promotion, and self-promotion is the key to success. […]

5 Good Reasons to Keep Your "Clunker"

By Xin Lu The United States recently approved another $2 billion in funding for the cash for clunkers program, after the program burned through $1 billion in less than a week. […]

Best Deals For Friday 8/7/09

By Paul Michael Today's WISEBUY. The FRIDAY AMAZON SALE has deals for YOU. Bargains, bargains everywhere. Check out this 18/10 Cutlery Set for 67% Off.   1. FREE Dog Sleeping Bag It’s fuzzy and soft inside, water resistant on the bottom and downright stylish on top. Your best buddy will really know he’s appreciated when you warm him up with one of these. […]

5 Ways to Save Time and Money on Your Lawn

By Jeff Yeager I'm always struck when I travel outside the United States how rare it is to see large expanses of lawn in residential areas in most other countries. Americans are truly grass crazy. We're downright sod-o-maniacs, you might say. But our dandelion-free, putting green-perfect lawns are tough on the environment and tough on our wallets. […]

Win a Green Makeover and a Spa Trip to New York City

By Myscha Theriault Turn in a friend in need of a makeover, and you could both win a green makeover and spa getaway. Just score a picture of your friend's under the sink area in the kitchen and submit it with a write up on why you think they deserve to win. […]

Wise Bread Bloggers Open Mike Thread

By Will Chen Wise Bread bloggers come from a rich array of backgrounds.  Among our ranks are financial consultants, moms, career counselors, fiction writers, and even professional hobos! Think of this as our monthly "open mike" thread for our bloggers. […]

Accounts Receivable Nightmares: Collecting on Delinquent Accounts

By Nora Dunn How do you collect on delinquent accounts without damaging the customer relationship? How do you manage the balance between keeping a steady stream of new clients coming through the door, servicing your existing clients, and keeping the accounting books even? […]

Best Deals For Thursday 8/6/09

By Paul Michael Today's WISEBUY. Macy's Clearance. 50%-75% Off Apparel (dealnews) Macy's takes 50% to 75% off select men's and women's apparel as part of its Online Inventory Clearance. Plus, coupon code "99CENTS" bags 99 cents for shipping.   1. FREE Aveda Hand Relief Kit (samples) Includes all sorts of cool stuff, like tea, lotion and more.   2. […]