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9 Reasons People Don't Do What They Are Supposed to Do

Managing staff is rarely easy. Here are 9 distressing employee-management situations, and what you can do to correct them.

7 Generic Wellness Buys Better Than the Expensive Originals

It's not the name on the bottle that matters with health and wellness buys, it's the stuff in the bottle. Stop paying more for brand names!

The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: For Love or Money?

What to do when following your passion doesn't bring home the bacon.

Frugal is More than a Way to Spend Money, Part 2

Frugal is a way of life — are you spending too much, or too little?

Best Money Tips: How to Sneak Exercise Into Your Day

Today we found articles on ways to get exercise while just going about your day, amazing upcycling ideas, and how to create money resolutions that work.

Best Money Tips: Summer Fun Freebies at Legoland and More

Today we found some great articles on freebies for summer fun, holidays for every day in June, and laundry tips and tricks you should know.

Which of These 9 Retirement Accounts Is Right for You?

Picking the right retirement account can be a little tricky. Here's a break down of the best plans to help you save money for your future.

Sayulita, baby!

The products of a frugal honeymoon, or proof that frugality doesn't have to be boring... [more]

Pursenalized

Stand out from the crowd with a little crafty "pursenonalization" to your next thrifty handbag.

Join Our Tweetchat on Thu 3/1, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes

Topic: Music on the Cheap. Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift certificates! Use #WBChat to participate!

5 Romantic Wedding Locations That Won't Cost a Fortune

Choosing the right venue is is hard and often expensive. Save money by skipping the hotel and country club and get wed somewhere fun — and cheap.

8 Cool Stores We Miss

Trying massage chairs at Sharper Image, thumbing through vinyl at Tower Records... Let's reminisce about our favorite old stores.

4 Must-Have Apps for Roommates

Squabbles and stress over money and chores are just part of the roommate experience. Let these apps lead you to peace and harmony instead.

5 Ways New Parents Can Manage Debt

Don't let debt distract you from the joy of new parenthood. With some careful planning, you can handle both.

The Best Secured Credit Cards with Low APRs

Secured credit cards aren't known for their low APRs, but here are five with the lowest.

7 Things You Should Never Do When Camping

Camping out is an affordable way to vacation and enjoy nature's splendor. Make your next trip a pleasant one by avoiding these don'ts.

Link-Love Makes the World Go 'Round

In keeping with the warm and fuzzy feeling that Wisebread gives many of its writers and readers, I am taking a moment to give thanks to those that have linked to us over the past two weeks. [more]

Best Money Tips: Save Time and Money With Smart Home Hacks

Today we found some great articles on smart home hacks that save time and money, obvious money-saving tips we often forget, and the best time to buy an iPhone 6 for cheap.

Best Money Tips: Bad Money Advice You Should Run Far, Far Away From

Today we found articles on bad financial advice you should ignore, how to shop smart at Costco, and easy ways to save money on your energy bills.

How to be happy

A lot of happiness (and unhappiness) comes from within. But there are other things that matter a lot: relationships, doing important work, living your life according to your valu