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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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Best Deals for Tuesday 06/04

Link for teaser title:  http://www.wisebread.com/bestdeals/today Home Depot $5 off $50 coupon, Virgin American 1-way fares from $69, Folding Patio Dining 7-Piece Set $95 + pickup, Men's / Women's Pool Shoes for $10 and more! […]

Ask the Readers: How Will You Celebrate Father's Day?

We should show our appreciation for those we love every single day, but Father's Day is the day to do a little extra something for the dads in our lives. This is the day for gifts, fun, and quality time spent with our favorite dads. How will you celebrate Father's Day this year? Are you planning an event or activities, or will you be giving a gift — or both? […]

What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in June

Feel that? For most of us, it’s a well-deserved break from rain and wind, and the sun is finally beaming down upon us. And with that glorious change in the weather comes an array of great deals. Here’s a round up of the best and worst things to buy in June. (See also: Shopping Calendar: The Best Time to Buy Anything) First, What to Buy… June is quite a month. […]

8 Ways to Stop Spending — Today

As Americans we’re conditioned to spend money from the time we’re wee boys and girls. The power of capitalism makes us want, want, want, so that by the time we’re barely legal adults, we’re already in debt. That’s what happened to me. As soon as I turned 18, I had creditors ringing my phone off the hook asking if I’d like a credit card. A credit card, you ask? […]

Best Money Tips: Perform a Financial Checkup on Yourself

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some stellar articles on performing a financial checkup on yourself, business ideas for college students, and maximizing your time and money. Top 5 Articles How to Perform a Financial Checkup on Yourself — When giving yourself a financial checkup, don't forget to review your insurance policies. […]

Repurpose Towel Rods for Cheap, Beautiful Storage

Whether you pick them up while shopping at Ikea or head to Home Depot so you can shop for potting soil at the same time, towel rods have tremendous potential when it comes to home decorating and organization. Here are just a few of the ways you can put them to use. […]

Best Deals for Monday 06/03

Link for teaser title:  http://www.wisebread.com/deals Vinturi Wine Aerator $19.95, Home+Garden Items from $5, 100 Kindle eBooks $3.99 or less, Star Wars: The Complete Saga on Blu-ray for $70 + free shipping and more! […]

20 Cheap, Delicious, and Healthy Black Bean Recipes

Black beans are my favorite food. They’re cheap and can be used for a variety of dishes, but more importantly? They’re nutritious. They provide special support for the digestive tract (even better than lentils or chickpeas). In fact, lowered cancer risk is associated with black bean intake. They also can regulate blood sugar and improve cardiovascular health. […]

Best Money Tips: Packing Light and Avoiding Baggage Fees

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! Today we found some great articles on packing light and avoiding baggage fees, meaningful wedding gifts, and using Twitter to land a job. Top 5 Articles 6 Tips for Packing Light and Avoiding Baggage Fees — To pack light and avoid baggage fees, pare down the size of your grooming supplies. […]