When I was first introduced to budgeting, the model used was the envelope method. Every payday you'd take your cash and divide it up among envelopes labeled "Rent," "Groceries," "Electric Bill," etc. [more]
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Remember travelers checks? In the days before ubiquitous automated teller machines, they were a useful product. You could use them almost like cash -- but you could carry more than
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We’re going to show you how to make your own coffee pods, why rechargeable batteries may not be the better buy, and how you can
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10 Out-of-Fashion but Totally Frugal Old Tools
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Your budget: envelopes or a plan?
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Best Money Tips: Non-Financial Retirement Planning
Today we found articles on nonfinancial retirement planning, areas where you may be paying more than you should, and how to choose your first bank.
8 Reasons to Stay Calm When the Market Tanks
Panicking over the recent market downturn? Deep breaths. Your money will be okay this time, and next time, too. Here's why.
From Sweet Tea to Chai: Delicious Homemade Tea Recipes
Hot or cold, tea is a remarkably versatile beverage. Whether simple or fancy, hot or cold, discover 10 delicious and frugal ways to enjoy tea.
How to Pay Down $100 Worth of Debt This Week
With some creativity and effort, you can boost your bottom line quickly to pay down a small debt or save something extra.
Best Money Tips: How to Save $10,000 in a Year
Today we found ways to save $10,000 in a year, holiday habits that train your wallet, and scientific ways to raise healthy and happy kids.
12 Smart Post-Holiday Moves
Holiday spending may have turned your finances into a mess. Get back on track and make the new year all about the new financial you.
Automatic Savings: Highlights from Our Chat With America Saves
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with America Saves in honor of America Saves week on automatic savings!
College Without Loans: Where to Find Scholarships
Applying for scholarships is a great way to pay less for college. Check out these tips for finding excellent scholarship opportunities.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Thanksgiving?
Tell us how you save money on Thanksgiving and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Wear Frozen Clothes and 9 Other Ways to Beat the Heat
Frozen clothing is kind of an unconventional way to cool off, but this method — and others — can help you chill out and save energy this summer.
Best Money Tips: Healthy Habits That Will Save You Money
Today we found some awesome articles on habits that will save you money, home improvement projects that will pay off big, and how much you should save each month.
How to Avoid Putting on Recession Pounds
During hard times, eating cheap food may seem to make sense, but it can be more costly to us in the long run.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Spend Less on Gas
Today we found articles on ways to spend less on gas, nearly 100 cheap date ideas, and how to cancel a flight without paying a hefty fee.
5 Creative Ways to Invest During a Weak Market
With the stock market finally recovering to some degree this past month, even closing at highs for the year, a lot of investors may be breathing a sigh of relief about their stock
Best Money Tips: Never Buy These Things at a Thrift Store
Today we found articles on items you should never buy at thrift stores, free ways to make your skin more beautiful, and how to host a kid-friendly dinner party.
Savings Bonds as Interest-Earning Travelers Checks
Remember travelers checks? In the days before ubiquitous automated teller machines, they were a useful product. You could use them almost like cash -- but you could carry more than
Best Money Tips: How to Make Your Own Coffee Pods
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We’re going to show you how to make your own coffee pods, why rechargeable batteries may not be the better buy, and how you can