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Will "forced frugality" last?

Lately I have been hearing about the concept of "forced frugality" from the media and my peers. Many colleagues and family members say that they feel a need to be frugal in this

Why Rent-to-Own Is a Bad Idea

Rent-to-own may sound convenient, but buyer beware: The amount you'll overpay is rarely, if ever, worth it.

The 10 Commandments of Credit Card Use

Follow these 10 rules of responsible credit card use and reap the rewards of low interest, smaller monthly bills, and more money in your savings.

The Three Interest Rates

I got a notice from one of my credit cards a bit ago, announcing that they were raising the interest rate. It's only of theoretical interest to me, of course--I use credit cards f

5 Amazing, Cheap Places to Live as an Expat

Looking for adventure overseas but don't know how to afford it? These five places welcome expats, and you may even fly home with more in savings.

6 Great Side Jobs You Can Do on Your Bicycle

Need some extra cash? A bike is all you need to get a killer side job.

Best Money Tips: Make a Great Impression at Your Next Job Interview

Today we found some amazing articles on making a great impression at your job interview, things you didn't know you could recycle, and what to do if you are a victim of ID theft.

When It's Time to Destroy Debt, Start With a Goal

I'm doing a 90-day series on air and online to help people destroy debt. My first installment concerns the single most important thing you can do: establish goals. Read and watch f

The 5 Best Pet Cameras

Keeping track of your pet's adventures isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these pet cameras and you'll get a peek into their world.

CitiMortgage Told Me to Default on My Loan

Only in the completely screwed-up world of the lending industry would this be a logical and serious piece of advice. But that’s basically what I was told after calling CitiMortg

8 Classic Toys That Won Christmas

While you're camped out on the sidewalk hoping to lay your hands on the right Hatchimal, consider these eight ultra-fun classic toys that may be just as hard to come by.

This Is the Secret to Buying Electronics for Cheap

New gadgets are great — except for the price. But if you don't mind doing some homework, you can get recent-vintage gear at a great discount.

7 Ways You Can Save Money On Prescription Medications

A much-needed Rx can cost hundreds, even thousands of dollars. These programs can help you save.

The Second-Best Way to Make your Household More Secure

You already know the best way to make your household finances more secure: emergency fund, insurance, diversified investment portfolio, marketable skills. But once you're doing

The Simple 5-Step Plan to Complete Money Management

It's actually easy (and even fun!) to be in control of household finances. Follow this simple plan and use the free tools to take charge of your money.

6 Grocery Purchases That Will Be Cheaper in 2017

We don't know exactly what 2017 will bring, but we do know that these grocery items will cost less!

A Simple Plan for Saving Up a $2000 Fun Fund

Whether you're planning for a wedding, vacation, or down payment on a home, these money-saving tricks will have you socking it away this year!

$20 in Los Angeles: The 16 Best Ways to Spend It

The City of Angels offers lots of cheap thrills, from cinema to tacos. Find out how far $20 will take you in Los Angeles.

Best Money Tips: How to Make Your Own 3D Videos

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we’re showing you how to make your own 3D 

8 Ways to Save on Dinner — No Meal Planning Required

Tired of spending hours mapping out your meals? Good news: You can make healthy, affordable meals on the fly, too.