This week, Wise Bread writers share our favorite purchases from the past year. Being frugal isn't just about saving money--it's about spending wisely. Shopping isn't a sin, and fru
I remember the expression on a friend’s face when she saw me pull my sneaks from the washing machine. “You wash your tennis shoes?” Why not? They get clean, don’t they? And you
“Win by not losing” or rather win by minimizing losses during market downturns is the ticket to being an investment champion according to The Quiet Millionaire author and Certified
The chances are, you're dehydrated right now. In fact, over 75% of the American population is deyhdrated, and worse still, over 80% know they are. No big deal? Well, it is actu
My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
I am familiar with the meaning of hippies and yuppies, but today I heard a funny new word for a demographic of people - yawns. YAWN stands for Young and Wealthy but Normal. It i
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What was your best purchase in the past year?
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Simple Ways to Give Dirty Shoes the Boot
I remember the expression on a friend’s face when she saw me pull my sneaks from the washing machine. “You wash your tennis shoes?” Why not? They get clean, don’t they? And you
Winter Is Coming: Make These 6 Money Moves Now
The leaves may be falling, but your finances should be on the rise. Tackle these fall money must-dos before winter settles in.
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5 Financial Regulations That Protect Your Wallet
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The Quiet Millionaire: Part 7 - Give Me Investment Gains, Hold The Losses
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8 "Free" Things That Aren't
They say there is no such thing as a free lunch. For these other so-called freebies, "free" might actually cost you a pretty penny.
Ask The Readers: Do You Buy In Bulk?
Tell us whether or not you buy in bulk and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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Get Paid for your Psychic Skills at Predictify
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Kids Toys?
Tell us how you save on kids toys and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Are the Best Gifts for Women?
Tell us what you think the best gifts for women are and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Are You a Yawn?
I am familiar with the meaning of hippies and yuppies, but today I heard a funny new word for a demographic of people - yawns. YAWN stands for Young and Wealthy but Normal. It i
Best Money Tips: Freeing Yourself From Debt
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Ask the Readers: What Do You Look Forward to in 2014?
Tell us about what you look forward to in 2014 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Springtime Activity?
Tell us about your favorite springtime activity and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Beauty is in the Eyes of the Employer
It as been suggested that people may be splurging for cosmetic surgery thinking that it will give them an advantage in getting a job.
Maximize the Value of Your Airline Miles and Points
Should you pay with points or pay with cash? Learn how to apply the Two Cent Rule and maximize the value of your travel rewards.