Today we found some great articles on saving on wedding expenses as a guest, strategies to lower your healthcare costs, and making extra money this holiday season.
The holidays are fun but, honestly, they're exhausting. It seems like there is more of everything than at any other time of year: more social events, more items on the to-do l
I have a long-standing dislike of grocery shopping. Pushing a cart around a store is not one of the ways I amuse myself. I've found that because of my attempts to get in and ou
“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
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
Getting a 15-year mortgage might seem like a no-brainer — it means you'll spend less overall — but there are good reasons to consider a 30-year as well.
When you're strapped for cash just before the holidays, it might behoove you to remember that right now is the busiest time of the year for big box retailers, and many of them are
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Best Money Tips: Save on Wedding Expenses as a Guest
Today we found some great articles on saving on wedding expenses as a guest, strategies to lower your healthcare costs, and making extra money this holiday season.
Stick With It (Even Though its Christmas)
"I know I've been eating so well and losing weight, but it's a holiday party and those desserts look excellent...it's just this once." "I said
I'm Tired!: 25 Awesome Ways to Beat Holiday Exhaustion
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Surprising Ways to Save Even More on Black Friday
On Black Friday, using your credit card usually means big savings, bonus discounts, and extra protection.
7 Tips for Streamlining Your Shopping List
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The Quiet Millionaire: Part 7 - Give Me Investment Gains, Hold The Losses
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Enter to Win Your Share of $500 in SmartyPig’s August Giveaway!
Don't miss your chance to win $500 in SmartyPig’s Giveaway for Wise Bread Readers!
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: How Do You Prioritize Your Savings Goals?
Tell us how you prioritize your savings goals and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What if energy costs keep rising?
Recession or not, I think the medium-term trend in energy costs is up. Just in case I'm right, you ought to have plan for that.
8 Surprising Ways Cheap Oil Impacts Your Wallet
The price of oil keeps on dropping — and that's good, right? Mostly, but there are some negatives, too, even if you don't work in the oil patch.
Rural living in a world with expensive fuel
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
Choosing the Right Mortgage Loan: 15 or 30 Years?
Getting a 15-year mortgage might seem like a no-brainer — it means you'll spend less overall — but there are good reasons to consider a 30-year as well.
How to Decide if an Annual Fee Credit Card Is Worth It for You
Credit cards with annual fees offer bigger rewards and more benefits. Here's what to consider to determine if one is right for you.
Can a Capsule Wardrobe Actually Save You Money?
Declutter your closet KonMari-style and then crunch the numbers. A capsule wardrobe can work if you plan carefully.
Your House Is a Hobby, Not an Investment
Never think of a house as an investment. Instead, think of it for what it really is — a time and money hole that can be fun to own.
Ask the Readers: What Money Lessons Did You Learn From Your Mom?
Tell us about the money lessons you learned from your mom and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
DIY Bedbug Detector Is Cheap and Effective and Full of Science
If you suspect you may have bedbugs, but aren’t sure how to test for them, try this DIY bedbug detector before calling in the bug sniffing dogs.
Should you take a second job?
When you're strapped for cash just before the holidays, it might behoove you to remember that right now is the busiest time of the year for big box retailers, and many of them are
One Smart Thing You Can Do for Your Retirement Today
The smartest thing you can do for retirement planning is so easy, there's just no excuse not to do it. Even better? It's free.