As a rule, we don’t buy souvenirs for their usefulness. A t-shirt from the Hard Rock Café or a shell sculpture from Hawaii isn’t going to increase your productivity — in fact, dust
Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
I received my Social Security statement this week and it was a useless piece of paper to me since I do not qualify for retirement benefits yet. I always hear critics of Social Sec
Last week temperatures here in California soared into the 90s and we needed to cool down. After getting some fat free frozen yogurt we were still feeling hot, so my husband took o
Are farmer's markets a luxury or a cost-saving measure? Read how foodies from all over the country compared the costs, and how my visit to the early-season Chicago-area market shap
There are a lot of ways to become rich. Some people work hard and save their money. Some people win the lottery. Some people invent something wonderfully useful. An awful lot o
This time of year college recruiters and counselors at both traditional and online colleges are selling students on the 'majors come lately': Criminal Justice, Business, Child Deve
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.
For the frequent traveler, Facebook is an excellent way to keep in touch with friends and acquaintances from around the world. Is it possible, however, that the popular social netw
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The Best (Inexpensive) Souvenirs
As a rule, we don’t buy souvenirs for their usefulness. A t-shirt from the Hard Rock Café or a shell sculpture from Hawaii isn’t going to increase your productivity — in fact, dust
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Today we found articles on the cheapest cities for retirees, the best time to visit top vacation destinations for big savings, and affordable but romantic Valentine’s Day ideas.
Is Social Security Just A Grand Ponzi Scheme?
I received my Social Security statement this week and it was a useless piece of paper to me since I do not qualify for retirement benefits yet. I always hear critics of Social Sec
Need a Cheap Cool Dessert? Make Your Own Shaved Ice!
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: Why I Need to Find $31K This Year
Wise Bread writer Max Wong needs to find an extra $31,000 this year. She's up for the challenge, and we're along for the ride.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Have a Frugal Halloween?
Tell us how you have a frugal Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Are Farmer's Markets Frugal or a Luxury?
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How to get rich by being evil
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Ask the Readers: What Has Been Your Biggest Money Mistake?
Tell us about your biggest money mistake and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Back to School: The Case for majoring in English
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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.
Ask the Readers: Where Do You Prefer to Work?
Tell us where you prefer to work and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Facebook For Budget Travelers
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Ask the Readers: What Is on Your Summer Bucket List?
Tell us about your summer bucket list and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What Is the Life Insurance Application Process?
What happens after you request a life insurance quote? Jeff Rose, CFP, explains the life insurance application process.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Vacation Destination?
Tell us about your favorite vacation destination and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!