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Wise Bread bloggers share what they would do with a million bucks. Tell us what you would do and be entered into our weekly drawing for a $25 Amazon gift certificate!
Some stuff at Costco — like health care services — is available to members and nonmembers alike. Read on to learn how to get the deals without the card.
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Cracking the Infamous McDonalds Monopoly Game
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Figuring the Size of Your Emergency Fund
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Try these free, fast, and easy options to turn coins into cash.
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Do you have any of these items lurking in your home that should be thrown (or given) away? Here's a list of 25 things to get rid of right now.
French Press Coffee: Step-by-Step Guide to Handcrafted Coffee
If you want to add a little jolt to your caffeine-enjoyment, check out the French press. It's fairly cheap, produces rich and delicious coffee, and it's not that complicated.
Baby Carrots: The Frugal Idea That Isn't
Think baby carrots are a convenient, cheap snack food? Well, you're right. But baby carrots are, by and large, more expensive than regular carrots.
FBI Considered "It's A Wonderful Life" Communist Propaganda
I love It's a Wonderful Life, but in 1947, the FBI considered this movie Communist propaganda. Let's get to the bottom of this.
Stylish Coupon Organizers Giveaway
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The 9 Secrets of Highly Successful Craigslist Sellers
From couches to cell phones, you can hock it on Craigslist. Follow these tips and go from Craigslist amateur to selling machine.
Mind Control Guru Can Pay With Blank Sheets of Paper
Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
Make Pizza Night Fun Again With These 30 Pizza Sauce Alternatives
Don't settle for the same old pizza with red sauce and traditional toppings. Sauce and top your pizza crust with these terrific alternatives.
What Would You Do With a Million Dollars?
Wise Bread bloggers share what they would do with a million bucks. Tell us what you would do and be entered into our weekly drawing for a $25 Amazon gift certificate!
5 Hair Conditioners You Can Make at Home
No matter what kind of hair you have, you can keep it beautiful naturally with one of these five simple, natural homemade hair conditioners.
The Pros and Cons of Paying Cash for a House
Just like any financial decision, there are pros and cons to paying cash for a house.
25 New Things to Do Today
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6 Awesome Credit Card Tricks That Will Save You Money
Learn how to double sign-up bonuses, extend billing periods to 55 days, and earn rewards without wasting a dime.
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Cold sores are painful, ugly, and take a long time to heal. Here's how to avoid (and treat) these nasty little lesions.
7 Things Non-Members Can Get at Costco (Including Cheap Eye Exams!)
Some stuff at Costco — like health care services — is available to members and nonmembers alike. Read on to learn how to get the deals without the card.