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When my family and I volunteered at an inner-city agency, I thought I would learn about showing compassion, embracing diversity, and being grateful. The last thing I thought I woul
The US Treasury today unveiled a new $5 bill, with security features intended to make it harder to bleach out a $5 and use the paper to counterfeit a $100 bill.
A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
The buck stops here. For the first time in over three decades, the Canadian Dollar has surpassed the U.S. Dollar. And by the end of this year, predictions are that
I'm not what you would call "A Good Sleeper." Never have been, at least not as long as I can remember. Since going through a day zombie-like is not fun (and not very
Today we found articles on how much you should spend in retirement, ways to save money on Father’s Day gifts, and how to use your vacation to improve your everyday life.
From the buyer's point of view, a "market price" is great. This is not only because he or she doesn't have to get a bunch of prices quotes to avoid being cheated
It's not all about money and cash grabs in making a will: issues like guardians for your children, protection of assets and belongings, and saving income tax are things that ca
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to score a gym membership deal, tax-savvy moves retirees can use, and how to become a "garage sale millionaire."
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8 Ways College Students Can Save Money Before Class Starts
Tuition is costly enough — don't let other college costs ruin your budget. Skip pricey extras — not classes — and save both grades and money.
Frugal travel with Esperanto
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6 Mosquito-Repellent Plants With a Dual Purpose
These inexpensive herbs and flowers can add decoration to your garden and flavor to your meals...and they just happen to deter mosquitoes too!
Frugal Changes You Don't Want to Make — But Can
Some frugal moves just seem too annoying, too difficult — simply too much. But these five are easier than you might expect and can save you hundreds.
10 Keys to Great Management, learned from an inner-city mission worker
When my family and I volunteered at an inner-city agency, I thought I would learn about showing compassion, embracing diversity, and being grateful. The last thing I thought I woul
How to Travel Internationally With Your Kids
Traveling with your kids in tow can get expensive and chaotic. Here's how to minimize the costs, and the frustration.
New $5 bill unveiled
The US Treasury today unveiled a new $5 bill, with security features intended to make it harder to bleach out a $5 and use the paper to counterfeit a $100 bill.
Front-loaded loans: a financial conspiracy?
A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
Canadians are Getting Fleeced by Their Own Dollar
The buck stops here. For the first time in over three decades, the Canadian Dollar has surpassed the U.S. Dollar. And by the end of this year, predictions are that
5 ways to get better sleep...TONIGHT!!!
I'm not what you would call "A Good Sleeper." Never have been, at least not as long as I can remember. Since going through a day zombie-like is not fun (and not very
Best Money Tips: How Much You Should Spend in Retirement
Today we found articles on how much you should spend in retirement, ways to save money on Father’s Day gifts, and how to use your vacation to improve your everyday life.
Finding the Right Job: There’s Plenty of Phish in the Sea
My husband and I are no strangers to the job hunt scene. Before he was even out of college, we were scouring the newspapers, searching the onli
6 Monthly Bills That Won't Affect Your Credit Score
It might seem like every little thing impacts your credit score, but these bills fly under the radar.
Best Money Tips: When Is the Best Time to Buy a Car?
Today we found articles on the best time to buy a car, ways to make the most of your time and money, and how to handle sentimental clutter.
Variable prices, and what economists like about them
From the buyer's point of view, a "market price" is great. This is not only because he or she doesn't have to get a bunch of prices quotes to avoid being cheated
8 Green Products That Aren't
Pretty packaging may boast an eco-friendly product, but too often green is only skin deep. Beware of greenwashing!
Here's When You Should Switch to Your Partner's Health Insurance
Ready to jump ship from your work-offered health insurance to your spouse's? Be sure to weigh these six key factors first.
Wills: The Basics
It's not all about money and cash grabs in making a will: issues like guardians for your children, protection of assets and belongings, and saving income tax are things that ca
Best Money Tips: Score a Gym Membership Deal
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to score a gym membership deal, tax-savvy moves retirees can use, and how to become a "garage sale millionaire."