Today we found articles on items to avoid at the dollar store, travel mistakes to stop making when you hit 30, and bathroom hacks that will simplify your life.
Not everyone has the luxury of time when it comes to weddings. Learn how to navigate the process in a hurry without sacrificing the joy or blowing the budget.
Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who linked to our blog posts over the past week. We couldn't do it without you. And if we could, we wouldn't anyway. THAT'S how strong our love is. [more]
If you sense that you're in trouble at your job, don't let the progressive disciplinary madness continue. Take action instead, and walk away on your terms.
It takes more than $1.40 to buy one euro today. It cost less than $1 as recently as late 2002. A Canadian dollar is worth just about exactly a US dollar--a parity not seen since
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Best Money Tips: Things to Avoid at the Dollar Store
Today we found articles on items to avoid at the dollar store, travel mistakes to stop making when you hit 30, and bathroom hacks that will simplify your life.
Here's How Generosity Actually Improves Your Life
Everyone knows giving is its own reward, but it's nice to know that giving gives back to the giver, too. Here's how.
Best Money Tips: 50 Fast Ways to Make $50
Today we found some great articles on fast ways to make $50, how to indulge without overspending, plus life and money lessons learned from Star Trek.
10 Budget Purchases That Look Expensive
You'll get way more than you bargained for with these well-priced, but eminently luxe, furniture, appliances, clothing, and accessories.
4 Red Flags That Your Retirement Plan May Be Off Track
Is your retirement off course? If these red flags apply to you, it just might be.
5 Dreams You Won't Achieve Unless You Live Below Your Means
By spending less than you earn, you can much more easily achieve big goals in life, from retiring early to finding a job you really love.
8 Tips for Planning a Last-Minute Wedding
Not everyone has the luxury of time when it comes to weddings. Learn how to navigate the process in a hurry without sacrificing the joy or blowing the budget.
7 Foods That Are Actually Better Buys at a Restaurant
Dining out is not great for budgets or waistlines. But for certain dishes and ingredients, the restaurant is often your best — or only — choice.
How College Applicants Can Tour Scores of Campuses for $15 or Less
Real visits to potential alma maters can cost thousands. With the miracle of VR, you can get the feel for a far off campus for way, way less.
SmartyPig is Giving Away $500 to Wise Bread Readers!
Don't miss your chance to win $500 in SmartyPig’s Giveaway for Wise Bread Readers!
15 Frugal Ways to Battle Boredom
The next time you're listless, grumpy, or just plain bored, follow these suggestions to spend your time, rather than spending money.
14 Convenience Foods I Refuse to Do Without
Convenience foods, which come ready for use in a can, bag, or jar, can save you time in the kitchen — not to mention a few bucks. Go ahead, it's easy!
Top 5 Ways to Hustle Free Drinks
If I can get drinks for free, I'm a happy tightwad. Here, I show you a few great ways to hustle free drinks in your local bar or pub.
10 Tricks to Avoid Workout Burnout
Don't sabotage your fitness goals by giving in before fitness becomes a habit. Stay on track by knowing when to ease up and when to power through.
6 Summer Party Ideas That Won't Break the Bank
What's better than a mid-summer get-together with friends? A mid-summer get-together that's simple to plan and easy to pay for!
The 5 Best Things to Buy or Sell on Craigslist
It's easy to get lost in the thicket that is Craigslist, but these hot ticket items are your best bets, whether you're buying or selling.
Link-o-rama
Thank you, thank you, thank you to everyone who linked to our blog posts over the past week. We couldn't do it without you. And if we could, we wouldn't anyway. THAT'S how strong our love is. [more]
Walking away (from a job that’s going away) on your terms
If you sense that you're in trouble at your job, don't let the progressive disciplinary madness continue. Take action instead, and walk away on your terms.
3 Ways Confidence Makes You Better With Money
They say confidence is key, and your bank account likely won't argue. Go on — hold your head high and claim what's yours.
The sinking dollar
It takes more than $1.40 to buy one euro today. It cost less than $1 as recently as late 2002. A Canadian dollar is worth just about exactly a US dollar--a parity not seen since