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10 Depressing Jobs That Aren't Worth the Money

There are a lot of ways to earn your keep, but not all of them are good for mind, body, and soul. Do you work one of these depressing gigs?

Best Money Tips: Make the Most of Your Holiday Shopping

Today we found some fantastic articles on making the most of your holiday shopping, how to make your gift cards count for more, and using up your FSA!

Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool

If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.

Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 10/18, 12pm PST/3pm EST for a Chance to Win $300 in Prizes!

Topic: How America Pays for College! Join our conversation with Sallie Mae for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat and #HowAmericaPays to participate!

The 7 Best Conversation Starters

Why stick with the old "What do you do?" to get to know someone new? Try one of these openers at your next gathering and let us know what you think!

The 7 Most Affordable Destinations for Bird Nerds

If bird watching is a hobby of yours, you'll love these affordable vacation spots.

How to Pay Down $100 Worth of Debt This Week

With some creativity and effort, you can boost your bottom line quickly to pay down a small debt or save something extra.

9 Ways Money Does Buy Happiness

Money can't buy happiness? Maybe you just don't know where to shop.

How to Decide If a Membership Is Worth the Price

Before you sign up for another monthly payment, make sure that membership is worth it.

More Free Television Online - Hulu.com - UPDATE: Invites Available for Wise Bread Readers!

Introducing Hulu.com, a joint effort of Fox and NBC that aims to be the one stop hub of all free and legal online television. Today I took it for a spin. Read on for my experienc

Best Money Tips: Things Car Salesmen Don't Want You to Know

Today we found some fantastic articles on things car salesmen don't want you to know, busting out of your money comfort zone, and keeping your relationship fresh.

Ask the Readers: Should Personal Finance be Taught in Schools?

Tell us whether or not you think personal finance should be taught in schools for a chance to win 1 of 3 $20 Amazon gift certificates!

14 Tasty, Frugal Eggplant Recipes

Whether you like it on its own or as a meat replacement, discover delicious recipes for these purple-skinned pieces of produce.

The 5 Best Espresso Makers

"I drink espresso" isn't an excuse to waste money at the coffee shop. Save money by making it yourself at home with one of these great machines.

Road To Becoming A Rich Idiot

Ever met a rich idiot? I’ve known at least two. Not counting my telephone conversation with self-proclaimed Rich Idiot and multimillionaire Robert Shemin (author of “How come TH

Best Money Tips: Steps to Stop Procrastinating With Your Taxes

Today we found some fantastic articles on steps to stop procrastinating with your taxes, how to be a millionaire in the making, and maximizing social security payouts.

Ask the Readers: What Are You Most Looking Forward to in 2012?

Tell us about what you are most looking forward to in 2012 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

SpringCoin to Pay Off $500 Debt for One Lucky Wise Bread Reader

SpringCoin is also giving away free lifetime debt management accounts valued at $96 per year!

Joy of Life Club

Want to stay in San Francisco but don't want to pay an arm and a leg? Want more out of that $100 + a night stay in the city in the way of personality? Want some place that'

6 Totally Free Babysitting Alternatives

Going on a date when you have kids can be expensive, but these creative, free babysitting alternatives will have the whole family looking forward to date night.