What these budget lodgings lack in luxury and comfort they make up for with quirkiness and history. Stay someplace unusual -- and cheap -- the next time you travel!
Today we found articles on costly moves that homebuyers make, when to book the cheapest flights for the holidays, and easy ways to spring clean your home in a day.
Our family garden produced more than just vegetables; it was a classroom for my brother and me, where we learned about everything from hard work to finances.
Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."
Here are some of the best travel negotiation tips from around the web – categorized by hotel, car rental, airfare, and those tips that apply all three.
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The World's 11 Craziest Frugal Hotels
What these budget lodgings lack in luxury and comfort they make up for with quirkiness and history. Stay someplace unusual -- and cheap -- the next time you travel!
5 Smart Ways to Save on Smartphones
Shake that expensive phone and service plan with these smart strategies.
Best Money Tips: Dumb, Costly Moves That Homebuyers Make
Today we found articles on costly moves that homebuyers make, when to book the cheapest flights for the holidays, and easy ways to spring clean your home in a day.
5 Reasons Why You Should Give Kids Cash for the Holidays
Don't waste your time with toys this holiday season. Skip to the good stuff, and send kids cash for Christmas.
9 of the Craziest, Coolest Airbnb Listings
From tree houses, to house boats, to a seashell by the seashore, these Airbnb listings are sure to surprise!
Wise Bread Reloaded: Back to Back to School
Wise Bread reaches back into the archives to help you and your family navigate back-to-school.
5 Travel Destinations That Are Cheaper Due to a Strong U.S. Dollar
Planning an overseas trip this year? Check out these stunning destinations where your dollar will go further.
Rethinking the 529 College Savings Plan Strategy
Since the 529 college savings plan offers both an investment and a tuition option, there's good reason to do both!
These 10 Words and Phrases Are Keeping You From Getting a Raise
What you say and how you say it really matters to your career. Cut these troublesome words and phrases and bask in the accolades that follow.
The Low-Flow Shower Head: Get 640% ROI in One Year
That's right, a 640% return on investment...and it's good for the environment. Learn more about this easy-to-install money-saver.
8 Hours? 9 Hours? This Is How Much Sleep You REALLY Need
Home many ZZZ's does a person really it need? The answer is "it depends and it's probably less than you think."
How to Throw a Kid's Birthday Bash on the Cheap
Throwing a birthday bash for your kiddo shouldn't cost an arm and a leg.
7 Things You Should Never Include in Your Cover Letter
Your cover letter is your time to shine. Including these seven things, though, will surely dull the sparkle.
The Garden as Classroom
Our family garden produced more than just vegetables; it was a classroom for my brother and me, where we learned about everything from hard work to finances.
5 Theme Menus for a Merrier Holiday Meal
From southern comfort to old-world classics, these atypical theme menus will have your guests falling on their knees and hearing angels' voices.
6 Ways to Put Your 2011 Payroll Tax Break to Work
Americans will be paying 2% less on their payroll taxes in 2011. Instead of wasting that cash, use one or more of these ideas to make the most of your "bonus."
11 Reasons Your Credit Card Application Was Denied — And What You Can Do About It
Denied! Find out why your credit application was rejected by the bank, and then take steps to tighten your finances, and improve your credit score.
Why Does the Stock Market Keep Going Up?
Despite Great Depressions and Recessions of the past, the overall trend of the stock market is upward. Why?
The Pros and Cons of Keeping All Your Accounts in One Bank
Are your money accounts all under one roof, or scattered near and far? There are pros and cons to both banking styles.
Negotiate All Your Travel: The Ultimate Guide
Here are some of the best travel negotiation tips from around the web – categorized by hotel, car rental, airfare, and those tips that apply all three.