From over-the-top couponers and giant families to regular folks just trying to get by on a budget, your TV listings are full of shows about the frugal life.
Get hit with a bank overdraft fee? Put on your negotiation face to remove that fee, and then follow this simple plan to make sure it doesn't happen again.
It is amazing how many people spend their time doing things that they don't like doing. Here are some tips that have helped me to do more of what I enjoy in life.
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
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Your Guide to Frugal Reality TV
From over-the-top couponers and giant families to regular folks just trying to get by on a budget, your TV listings are full of shows about the frugal life.
Can a Robot Called Digit Really Help You Save More?
Saving is hard, even for regular readers of Wise Bread. A new smartphone app aims to make setting money aside easier than ever. Here's what it's like.
Ask These 8 Questions to Get a Better Price
A little haggling can go a long way, especially if you ask the right questions. Try these and save some extra cash!
6 Ways New Grads Can Save on Moving Costs
Forget bribing your friends with pizza. These apps and services take a bite out of the cost and hassle of moving.
Charged With an Overdraft Fee? Get Your Money Back!
Get hit with a bank overdraft fee? Put on your negotiation face to remove that fee, and then follow this simple plan to make sure it doesn't happen again.
How to Do What You Enjoy
It is amazing how many people spend their time doing things that they don't like doing. Here are some tips that have helped me to do more of what I enjoy in life.
6 Great Teachable Money Moments to Share With Your Kids
Want to make sure your kids do well financially? Teach them great money habits with these learn-by-doing lessons.
8 Totally Free Things You Can Sell on eBay
Odds are, you probably have one or more of these totally free items hanging around your house (or backyard). They can fetch a profit on eBay!
How to Stay Focused at Work Despite Your Chatty Coworkers
Believe it or not, you can sidestep your distracting coworkers without actually telling them to zip it. Here's how to walk that line.
The Surprisingly Frugal Lifestyles of 12 Famous Superheroes
Sure Batman and Iron Man may be among the world's wealthiest, but that's not true for many superheroes. Here's how the frugal superheroes get by.
10 Dark-Side Motivations to Get You Out of Debt
Getting out of debt requires determination and motivation. Does it matter if those motivations are inspired by our darker angels?
The Easiest, Cheapest Way to Make Delicious Dumplings
Who doesn't love dumplings? Enjoy them more often, for much less than store bought, with this quick and easy dumpling making routine.
Reselling Antiques: The Five Principles of Power Picking
It's a part-time job, a hobby, and a passion — learn the art of successful antique picking.
Affordable Sustainable Seafood Choices for Your Table
For those who love seafood but also want to be mindful of the environment and their wallets, here are some affordable and sustainable seafood choices.
How to Help Your Adult Children Become Financially Independent
If your grown children are still depending on you for every little money matter, it's time to teach them how to go it alone.
10 Ways to Reuse Buttons
If you have a veritable flood of fasteners hanging around your house, use those extra buttons in one of these fun, creative projects.
Getting by without a job, part 1--losing a job
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
How Spending Less Made Me Happier
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need money to be happy. In fact, spending less can actually make you happier.
Budget Bride: 131 Savvy Ways to Cut Wedding Costs
Yes, you CAN have a beautiful, magical wedding that doesn't traumatize your bank account. Check out this massive list of ways to cut down on costs.
11 Vacation Destinations That Stretch Your Dollar
Your travel dollar will go a long, long, long way if you decide to visit any of these budget-friendly international destinations.