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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.

Latest Posts from Wise Bread (page 27)

6 Breathtaking Fall Foliage Drives to Take This Year

It's nice to see the fresh growth in the springtime after a long winter. It's even nice to enjoy the bright summer weather and green panoramas throughout the countryside. But come fall, there's a new breathtaking sight: brilliant reds, yellows, and oranges that paint the hillsides in an entirely... […]

6 Relaxing, Affordable Hot Springs You Can Visit This Fall

Fall is the perfect time to visit a relaxing hot spring. The heat of the summer is over and the hot water feels great against the chilly air. But even though it's cold, it's not so cold that you'll get frostbite after you leave the pool, like during the winter. Hot springs can run the gamut from... […]

How to Travel Across the U.S. on a Budget

From the beauty of the hundreds of national parks, to the world famous landmarks dotted across the country, America is truly a traveler's paradise. It's possible to have virtually any kind of experience you're after in the U.S., but many people believe it to be more costly than heading abroad on a... […]

13 Ways You Can Get More Money From Your Bank

Link for teaser title:  https://www.wisebread.com/13-ways-you-can-get-more-money-from-your-bank Here are 13 great ways to use your bank's financial toolsearn more money from your... […]

Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 8/30, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes

Join our Tweetchat this Thursday at 12:00 pm Pacific for lively conversation and a chance to win one of two $10 Amazon GCs! Use #WBChat to participate. This week's topic: Having a Frugal Labor Day Weekend! Learn about saving on Labor Day bashes, free and low-cost activities, Labor Day sales,... […]

4 Financial Steps to Take if You Want to Be a Digital Nomad

You've finally bitten the bullet and made a momentous decision. You're going to quit your job and become a digital nomad. You've seen scores of people on social media living and working in exotic locations and making it look completely effortless, so why can't you do the same? You'll be as free as... […]

Ask the Readers: Would You Rather Rent or Buy a Home?

Editor's Note: Congratulations to Betty, Amanda, and Jennifer for winning this week's contest! Conventional wisdom used to say that it makes more financial sense to save up and buy a home than to rent long term, but that isn't necessarily the case anymore. It really depends on the kind of work you... […]

The 5 Best Wireless Chargers

You've upgraded your phone. Isn't it time to upgrade the way you charge it, too? Now you can charge with no wires, no frustration, and possibly in less time than you're used to. What is a wireless charger? Wireless chargers are portable chargers that don't require wires or cables. They're easy to... […]

5 Reasons You Can Be Denied for a Credit Card Even With Good Credit

When you pay your bills on time, don't max out your credit cards, and focus on building different types of credit, you're normally rewarded with a good credit score. It may take a while to get there, sure, but the recipe for good credit is mostly the same for everyone. Your credit score may also... […]

Make These 5 Money Moves Before You Travel Abroad

Traveling outside the U.S. requires more research and preparation than traveling close to home. You can't exactly pack a bag and hop on a plane. For starters, you'll have to get a passport to leave the U.S., and some countries require you to apply for a Visa ahead of time. And there are other... […]