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One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef
Best Money Tips: Getting a Job When You've Been Unemployed
Today we found some awesome articles on getting a job when you've been unemployed, transforming your home on a budget, and getting ready for vacation travel.
The Entrepreneurial Spirit and the Economic Crunch
What do you need to consider when you start a business during an economic crunch? I talked to some people who've started businesses within the last year, and this is what they h
Tips for Playing Credit Card Roulette
It's exciting, it's risky, and it means you might get to eat for free -- or pay the entire bill. Discover the fun and danger of credit card roulette.
Is There Such a Thing as Risk-Free Investing?
Most definitions for “investing” indicate that the term is used to describe money that is invested with an expectation of profit. This definition determines that an investment does
It takes a frugal spouse to make a frugal home
Something of an exaggeration, of course—a one-person household can be very frugal. But there's an underlying truth: A household is only as frugal as its least-frugal member.
Medical Tourism 101: Listen Live for Big Savings
Have you ever wondered what the phrase “medical tourism” really meant? Are you looking for ways to cut back on healthcare costs (both at home and abroad)? We chat candidly with A
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When work gets you down, always remember that work isn't everything.
Are You Addicted to the Internet?
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Knowing exactly when to lock in a mortgage rate can make a big difference on the cost of your home.
Ways to Make Extra Money: Share Your Tip to Win $10
Answer our Tuesday Trivia for a chance to win $10. Post in the comments, tweet your answer to @wisebread, or write a blog post to win 1 of 2 Amazon gift cards. (Then listen live t
9 Dollar Store DIY Projects to Try Out
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11 Tips to Spend Less on Eating In
It's almost always cheaper to cook than it is to eat out, but do you know how to keep your home-cooked meals both flavorful and frugal? Follow these tips.
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The airport is no picnic, but you can make it bearable with this collection of clever air transport how-tos and workarounds.
How to Get Emails from the President
I got an email from President Obama yesterday. Did you? The email was from a whitehouse.gov address, not democrats.org or another political site. So, if you were one of the 13 mi
6 Money Lessons We Can Learn From "Gilmore Girls"
Rory and Lorelai have taught us so much about love, family, and...money? Yep, money, too.
Jack Bauer Never Buys Anything — How TVs Frugalest Characters Get by With Less
From Jack Bauer to Scooby-Doo, there are plenty of TV characters who know how to squeeze a dollar. Here are nine to watch for.
The 5 Best Woks
Want to make the best stir-fry recipes in the comfort of your own home? Then these five versatile woks deserve a spot in your kitchen arsenal.
Make 15 Junk Food Favorites Healthier and Cheaper at Home
Junk food can be tough on both wallet and waistline. Maintain the health of both with these easy copycats of your favorite packaged foods.
Beware of the Phrase "We Can Cut Your Debt In Half!"
Debt settlement agencies claim they can cut your debt in half. But sometimes they don't follow through on their promises...and can even make things worse.