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Book Review: Living On An Acre, A Practical Guide to the Self-Reliant Life

Ever since I left the city and crept my way back into my childhood farm house, I have been slowly adjusting to a simpler lifestyle. Living On An Acre has been a steady and dependa

Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Vegetable Garden?

Tell us whether you have a vegetable garden and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

How Credit Inquiries Affect Your Credit Score

Not all credit inquiries will affect your credit score. Here's what you need to know about those that do and those that don't.

Stay Thin and Save

We've all been warned of the increased health care costs resulting from obesity. But what about all those other things you pay more for, like transportation, utitilities and clothi

Ask the Readers: How Do You Deal With Stress?

Tell us how you deal with stress and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

It's Not Too Late to Save on Back-to-School Shopping

If you're still in need of back-to-school notebooks and pens, or stocking up for next year, swoop in now to grab some great school supply deals.

Don't Forget to Nominate Your Favorite Blogs for the 2013 Plutus Awards

Nominations for The 4th Annual Plutus Awards are underway! Luke Landes from Consumerism Commentary is bringing back the awards to recognize the best personal finance blogs!

How To Host A New Year's Eve Party On A Budget

With the New Year celebration just around the corner from the Christmas shopping season, many people skip hosting a New Year's Eve party due to financial concerns. Find out how you

5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 09/19

Today's great deals include 50% off Women's Riding Boots, 70% off Men's New Balance shoes, 20 Kindle Books for $2 each, and more!

Best Money Tips: How to Retire By 55

Today we found a strategy for early retirement, questions that will help you declutter, and the details on Hulu’s new cable TV service.

Does Amazon.com's "Frustration-Free Packaging" live up to its name?

Amazon.com recently announced their "Frustration-Free Packaging" initiative, aimed squarely at reducing the jagged tears and nasty lacerations. But is it as good as they claim?

Sun Protection Through Your Food

Diet may play a role in protecting our skin from the sun's harmful rays.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 10/29

Today's great deals include 50% off Halloween candy, sweaters under $50, cordless electric kettle $29.99, and more!

7 Tips to Prevent Side-Gig Burnout

A side gig in your "spare" time is a great way to boost income or launch a career. Learn how to make your side hustle a success without burning out.

Wantable Accessories: Funky Elegance at a Discount

The jewelry in Wantable's accessories box is elegant with a twist, but is that enough to warrant the $40 price tag?

Best Money Tips: The Cost of Things

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. This week, we look at the cost of stuff, even stuff you don't really think about.

6 Ways to Avoid Surprise Medical Bills

Avoid costly medical bills with these simple steps you can take today.

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The Best and Worst Things to Buy in May

May has some unique deals, like stellar Memorial Day sales later this month. So dive in and brush up on the best and worst things to buy in May.

How to Build Credit Without Using Credit Cards

You need to build your credit history, but you want to do it without traditional credit cards. Okay! Here's where you can start.