It's getting to be that kind of year again--the time when you anticipate filling out your tax returns, sighing with relief, and then realizing that you're not finished with
It’s not often you get a double-whammy money-saving tip but this one falls into that category. Not only can you save cash by making your own cheap metal detector, you can find a fo
If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your
Today we found helpful articles on supermarket traps to avoid, the hidden costs of renting and apartment, and how to win a bidding war on a house you love.
Today we found articles on sneaky ways that retailers trick you into buying more, smart ways to invest $1,000, and easy fixes to reduce your monthly expenses.
It is currently a buyer's market for real estate in most of the United States and there are many ways a buyer could negotiate for a deal beyond getting a great price. Here are som
I've grown up hearing the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." It never occurred to me that this saying could apply to a frugal lifestyle. How often do you really wear some
Facebook and other social networking sites know an awful lot about you from what you say when you first sign up. As a single woman over 30 years of age, I got tired of Facebook ads
Today we found some stellar articles on contributing to charity without donating money, saving this holiday season, and risks happy people take every day.
I've recently heard from several people who want to buy a house and are thinking that now may be the time. In particular, they're worried that waiting might cause them to "miss th
Today we found articles on the best deals you’ll see this July 4th, secret ways to to see Broadway shows for cheap, and foolproof ways to save on homeowners insurance.
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Review of The Money Mammals DVD for Children
Snigglezoo Entertainment recently sent me a review copy of their Money Mammals DVD to try out. The results were both surprising and delightful.
To FAFSA or Not to FAFSA: A Former Student's View of Student Loans
It's getting to be that kind of year again--the time when you anticipate filling out your tax returns, sighing with relief, and then realizing that you're not finished with
Double hack – make a cheap metal detector, find a fortune.
It’s not often you get a double-whammy money-saving tip but this one falls into that category. Not only can you save cash by making your own cheap metal detector, you can find a fo
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Use Less Water?
Tell us how you use less water and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Resumes For Recent Grads: Translating Campus Experiences Into Real-World Skills
If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your
10 Old-School Things That Make Summer SUMMER!
Remember the good ol' days of summer, when frolicking trumped responsibility? Do these 10 frugal, fun things, and you'll feel like a kid again.
Best Money Tips: 20 Traps at the Supermarket You Need to Avoid
Today we found helpful articles on supermarket traps to avoid, the hidden costs of renting and apartment, and how to win a bidding war on a house you love.
Best Money Tips: How Retailers Trick You Into Buying More
Today we found articles on sneaky ways that retailers trick you into buying more, smart ways to invest $1,000, and easy fixes to reduce your monthly expenses.
Ask the Readers: Would You Rather Rent or Own Your Home?
Tell us if you would rather rent or own your home and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Seller concessions and buyer bargains - What to ask for in the current real estate market.
It is currently a buyer's market for real estate in most of the United States and there are many ways a buyer could negotiate for a deal beyond getting a great price. Here are som
The Art of Wearing Things Out, and Then Some
I've grown up hearing the phrase, "If it ain't broke, don't fix it." It never occurred to me that this saying could apply to a frugal lifestyle. How often do you really wear some
Why do Facebook Ads not take me seriously?
Facebook and other social networking sites know an awful lot about you from what you say when you first sign up. As a single woman over 30 years of age, I got tired of Facebook ads
Should Life Insurance Be Purchased as an Investment?
From term insurance to whole life, what you should know.
Best Money Tips: Contributing to Charities Without Donating Money
Today we found some stellar articles on contributing to charity without donating money, saving this holiday season, and risks happy people take every day.
Don't worry about missing the bottom in houses
I've recently heard from several people who want to buy a house and are thinking that now may be the time. In particular, they're worried that waiting might cause them to "miss th
Best Money Tips: Watch for These July 4th Deals
Today we found articles on the best deals you’ll see this July 4th, secret ways to to see Broadway shows for cheap, and foolproof ways to save on homeowners insurance.
Why I Love Using Skype to Keep in Touch With Family and Coworkers
If you're not using Skype you're wasting a fortune on calls. Learn why I've been using Skype for years and how you can start saving today.
8 Simple Auto Repairs That Save Big Bucks in the Long Haul
Here are 8 minor repairs to do now before the damage costs you big bucks down the road.
Best Money Tips: Hot and Humid
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup! This edition has tips for a better lawn, backpacking prep, productivity for everything, and more.