Today we found some great articles on common travel scams and how to avoid them, what it really costs when you dine out at work, and ways to increase your miles per gallon.
Hiking with a tent on your back that's also comfortable to sleep in isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these backpack tents and hiking and camping will be a breeze.
Buy George! In an unprecedented marketing move by the US Mint, banks tomorrow will begin exchanging $1 bills for TWO of the new $1 coins, released only a few weeks ago. Got a $1 bill? Get $2 in coins back. Got 100 $1 bills? Get $200 in coins. [more]
A story in the New York Times says that exercise helps human brains build more neurons (a process called neurogenesis). It also reports on some mouse studies that show that exe
One of the most underrated financial x-factors in our lives is our relationship with money and the inner psychology of how we deal with our finances. I suspect that it is bec
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
Today we found some stellar articles on cutting back this Christmas, Black Friday myths debunked, and why your career is your most important investment.
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Best Money Tips: How to Avoid Common Travel Scams
Today we found some great articles on common travel scams and how to avoid them, what it really costs when you dine out at work, and ways to increase your miles per gallon.
The 5 Best Backpack Tents
Hiking with a tent on your back that's also comfortable to sleep in isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these backpack tents and hiking and camping will be a breeze.
US Mint offers 2 for 1 on new $1 coins. Double your money!
Buy George! In an unprecedented marketing move by the US Mint, banks tomorrow will begin exchanging $1 bills for TWO of the new $1 coins, released only a few weeks ago. Got a $1 bill? Get $2 in coins back. Got 100 $1 bills? Get $200 in coins. [more]
What Happens to Your Apartment When Your Landlord Gets the Boot
If your landlord is in foreclosure, keep a cool head. Here's what you can expect to happen to your rental.
When You Should Get a Business Credit Card Over a Consumer Card
Here's a breakdown of the extra benefits that come with a business credit card that you should consider.
Best Money Tips: Money Tips for Couples
Today we found some great articles on money tips for couples, eating out on a budget, and online safety tips.
Best Money Tips: The Lifehacker Edition
Today we sought out some of the best lifehack tips from around the web!
Best Money Tips: 5 Things Every Frugal Person Should Spend Money On
Today we found articles on things every frugal person should spend money on, pantry tips from the pros, and easy ways to save money after you turn 50.
Best Money Tips: Grocery Saving Strategies
Today we found some great articles on grocery saving strategies, making your wedding venue more affordable, and how volunteering can help your career.
Exercise (and alcohol) good for your brain
A story in the New York Times says that exercise helps human brains build more neurons (a process called neurogenesis). It also reports on some mouse studies that show that exe
Make These 5 Diet Moves Now or You'll Regret It in 20 Years
You are what you ate — yesterday, last week, last year. In 20 years, you'll be grateful you made these healthy, and easy, diet moves.
Ingenuity: The Ultimate Frugal Skill
At Wise Bread, we talk a lot about frugal skills. But in many ways, there's one skill that trumps them all — ingenuity.
10 Ways Bonds Can Hurt Your Portfolio
Bonds can be an important part of your investment strategy, but they can also be a drag. Find out if bonds are sapping the life from your portfolio.
Best Money Tips: Thrift Store Shopping Tips
Today we found some awesome articles on thrift store shopping tips, recession proofing your career, and getting awesome free stuff.
The Frugal Balance: Staying Away from Financial Extremes
One of the most underrated financial x-factors in our lives is our relationship with money and the inner psychology of how we deal with our finances. I suspect that it is bec
The core rate is not an evil conspiracy
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
5 Cheap, Fun Fall Getaways
Want to get away for a weekend this fall? From wine to trains (and even some lakes), these autumnal excursions are fun and mostly frugal.
Best Money Tips: Tips for Cutting Back This Christmas
Today we found some stellar articles on cutting back this Christmas, Black Friday myths debunked, and why your career is your most important investment.
8 "Life Hacks" You Shouldn't Bother With
Life hacks are clever little tricks that promise to save you time or money. But these "hacks," while clever, could make things worse.
We're Giving Away $600 for the Holidays!
We've teamed up with several other Personal Finance bloggers to give away $600 in prizes!