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Even the biggest spendthrifts have a frugal obsession or two. Wise Bread readers must have their own obsessions or habits that save money, and more importantly, offer a sense of sa
The American Customer Satisfaction Index tells us how citizens feel about their banks. But the most important question is, how do you feel about yours?
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Class Without Tons of Cash: Frugal Cocktail Party Ideas
Hosting a cocktail party can get expensive fast, especially if you want to throw a shindig with a lot of swank. Learn how you can be frugal AND elegant.
How to Survive Working From Home When You're an Extrovert
Don't let remote work put a damper on your social life. You can survive and thrive as a work-at-home extrovert.
How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
Selling Your Life Insurance Policy for Cold, Hard Cash
Would you sell your life insurance policy for a lump sum, knowing that someone else now profits from your death?
Maximize Your Car's Efficiency With 'Hypermiling'
'Hypermiling,' a set of driving techniques for maximizing a car's fuel efficiency, received a lot of attention this summer. However, the idea of driving 50 mph, rolling
5 Alternative Housing Options You Can Afford
You don't have to live in a van by the river to cut your housing costs dramatically — instead, consider some nontraditional abodes, like these.
15 Times When You Really Should Bring a Gift
Don't get caught empty-handed! Be the guest the host likes the most by being the one who always remembers to bring a little something.
5 Steps to Getting a Free (or Close to Free) Vacation in 9 Months or Less with Credit Cards
Here is a step by step plan to earn enough credit card rewards for a free vacation in 9 months or less.
How to Reward Friends Who Help You Move
Pizza and beer is the standby reward for friends who help you move. Get creative with these other ways to say "thanks for carrying my stuff."
Curing Warts, Removing Splinters, and 19 Other Bizarre Uses for Banana Peels
From greening your garden to moistening meat, banana peels have plenty of surprising uses. Plus, discover 7 bonus uses for bananas themselves.
What Do the Chinese Spend Money On?
Chinese people generally save 30% to 50% of their take home pay. So where do they spend their savings — and what can we all learn from them?
25 Great Non-Sandwich Work Lunches
The next time you're packing lunch, leave the bread at home — instead, try one of these delicious and fun non-sandwich meals.
Half Moon, Full Wallet: Free Online Yoga Videos
Practicing yoga is great for the body and mind, but classes can be costly. Get yoga workouts for free with these online routines.
What's your frugal obsession?
Even the biggest spendthrifts have a frugal obsession or two. Wise Bread readers must have their own obsessions or habits that save money, and more importantly, offer a sense of sa
Using PAPER Coupons When You Order Online
Even if you live the all-digital lifestyle, don't put away those scissors yet. Some Web sites are now taking manufacturers' coupons.
7 Apps That Make Budgeting Fun — No Really!
Budgeting can be a bummer. Take the bore out of the chore and manage your finances from your phone with these fun apps.
Are You Happy With Your Bank?
The American Customer Satisfaction Index tells us how citizens feel about their banks. But the most important question is, how do you feel about yours?
Ask the Readers: Do You Attend Networking Events?
Tell us if you attend networking events and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Do You Use Groupon?
Tell us whether or not you use Groupon for a chance to win 1 of 3 $20 Amazon gift certificates!
This Might Be the Best Travel Rewards Program (No Matter What Airline You Fly)
You will not believe how quickly you can rack up travel rewards with Chase Ultimate Rewards.