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It's here! Fall has arrived, and with it reports of frost, breezy evenings, and *gasp* snow! If you're not already thinking ahead to how you'll ever pay that ominous heating bill
What do you think? Are gift cards a cop-out or the perfect present for picky people? Do you find that they make the process of gifting easier? Would you prefer to receive one?
Probably due to the fact that my monthly health insurance premiums rose dramatically this year, and also because I am about to take a state-mandated 5% pay cut, my ears really per
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How will your health habits will change in January? Will you save money as a result? Or do you even bother waiting until the New Year (you can start now!)? We'd love to hear what o
The USDA has just released a cool new data visualization tool called Your Food Environment Atlas. If you're interested in poverty, food security, or the related public policy issue
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Little Road Trips Here and There: Little Savings Everywhere
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Today we found some stellar articles on tricks to make your brain do what you want, taking a mental health day, and federal income tax brackets.
Ask the Readers: What Winter Savings Tip Do You Swear By?
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Ask the Readers: Do Gift Cards Make a Good Gift?
What do you think? Are gift cards a cop-out or the perfect present for picky people? Do you find that they make the process of gifting easier? Would you prefer to receive one?
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Make delicious and frugal rice even more delicious with a few additions — many of which you already have in your pantry.
What Is a “Value-Added Tax,” Anyway?
Probably due to the fact that my monthly health insurance premiums rose dramatically this year, and also because I am about to take a state-mandated 5% pay cut, my ears really per
Network Marketing Parties: Opportunity or Emotional Blackmail?
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8 Surprising Life and Money Lessons from Will Ferrell Movies
Will Ferrell may be an unlikely source of money and life lessons, but his films often turn on key personal finance concepts. Shake and bake!
How to Become One of Those "Lucky" People Who Scores Great Deals
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Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Re-Gifted?
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Best Money Tips: Best Things to Buy in the Spring
Today we found some awesome articles on the best things to buy in the spring, amazing meals for $5 or less, and overcoming mistakes.
Ask the Readers: What's Your Healthy New Year's Habit?
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Decide When to Sell Your House
Max is facing one of the biggest decisions in her budget challenge yet — should she sell her house? The decision is amusingly complex.
15 Easy Ways to Save for Your Dream Vacation
Think you'll never be able to afford your dream vacation? Think again! These 15 savings techniques will get you there.
10 Wines That Taste Pricier Than They Are
In the world of wine, more expensive doesn't necessarily mean better. Here are 10 delicious, affordable bottles to watch for.
These 5 Apps Will Save You Money on Your Next Vacation
Want to take an awesome trip and save money while you do it? These great, free smartphone apps can help.
The 5 Best Hydration Packs
Staying hydrated while working out isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these hydration packs and your workouts will remain dehydration-free!
USDA Data Visualization Tool
The USDA has just released a cool new data visualization tool called Your Food Environment Atlas. If you're interested in poverty, food security, or the related public policy issue
21 Decisions You'll Never Regret Making
Put life's regrets aside for a moment and focus on these anti-regrets. You don't want to look back on your life and say, "I wish I did that!" right?
Best of Personal Finance: How to Make Coconut Milk Kefir
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we give you stunning detail into how to make your own coconut milk kefir, some tips for saving money when you move,