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The financial crisis has given rise to renewed interest in self-sufficiency, which means we can learn a lot from the yeomen who used to populate the U.S.
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Barter Explained: Why It's Wise to Barter
"Barter." We hear that word a lot these days. Do a Google-search and you'll be deluged with websites on the subject. But what exactly is barter, why is barter seeing a huge resurg
Get More Bang for Your Membership Buck!
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The 5 Best Chef's Knives
Cooking is a great way to save money — and the most important cooking tool you can own is a good chef's knife.
Down-To-Earth Financial Advice From A Mountain-Climbing Adviser
I just finished reading The New Coffeehouse Investor by financial adviser Bill Schultheis. He's an index-fund investor and discusses his rationale for investing in non-managed fund
Habits Aren't Boring — They're the Secret to Happiness. Here's Why.
Habits are powerful motivators. Once you understand the inner workings of habitual behavior, you can use that power to change your life — for the better.
E-Book Review: Discover Your New Job Online
In Discover Your New Job Online, a new e-Book by Thursday Bram, this Wise Bread blogger takes readers through the steps of landing a job using online tools.
Best Money Tips: Tuition-Free Colleges
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the world of tuition-free colleges, how to decode and decrease the ER bill, and why it doesn't matter how much you
The Brag Book for Job Hunters: E-Book Review and Tips
Sometimes a little bragging can do you good. Learn how to move up in your career with a professional portfolio.
How to Read a Credit Report
You're ready to check your annual free credit report. Now — just how exactly should you read one of these things?
The Fallacy of Multitasking
Think twice before you put "good at multitasking" on your resume — that just means you're good at being distracted. Here's how to actually work efficiently.
How to Reward Friends Who Help You Move
Pizza and beer is the standby reward for friends who help you move. Get creative with these other ways to say "thanks for carrying my stuff."
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Best Money Tips: Maximize a Hobby and Earn Extra Income
Today we found some great articles on maximizing a hobby to earn extra income, how to improve your credit score, and 45 ways to save money.
Want to Get Hired? Be Memorable.
When it comes to landing a job, you need to be prepared, qualified, and friendly. But to really ensure you get the gig, give them something to remember.
15 Creative, Delicious Things You Can Make in a Blender
The blender gets labeled as a one-trick pony — and that's not fair. Put yours through its paces with these concoctions that spin together fast.
How to Stop Worrying
Worrying is a natural response to stress, but not a productive one. Learn how to deal with worry and free your mind to tackle bigger problems.
The Freedom of the Independent Yeoman
The financial crisis has given rise to renewed interest in self-sufficiency, which means we can learn a lot from the yeomen who used to populate the U.S.
11 Cool Uses for a Tablet Computer
Tablets are a great way to watch videos and check your email on the go — but they're also perfect for these awesome, surprising uses.
Best Money Tips: Stay Fit for Free
Today we found some awesome articles on staying fit for free, how to save money, and ways to attend a business conference for free.
In Two-Income Households, Can Making More Put Us Further Behind?
Women's move into the workforce was all about choice. So why do so many parents now feel like they don't have the option to stay at home?