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Simple Living: Determining Your Priorities

Even with the economy slowly exiting the spectacular nosedive it took last year, many people find themselves with a renewed interest in living simply. However, what that means for

Best Money Tips: Pieces of Money Advice That Are Always True

Today we found articles on money advice that are always true, things you need to stop expecting from others, and money-saving hobbies that will prep your budget for the holidays.

Celebrate Your Life (and Help Others do the Same) with Bcelebrated – Plus a Discount for Wise Bread Readers

Bcelebrated is a unique service that allows you to create your own online autobiographical legacy, communicate your last wishes to those you have something to say to, organize your

Best Money Tips: Things Successful People Do Right Before Bed

Today we found some amazing articles on things successful people do before bed, principles of a marriage without money fights, and ways to lower your tax bill.

Cheaper and Healthier: 20 Tasty Energy Bars You Can Make at Home

Store bought energy bars are handy snacks, but they're pricey and not always healthful. Make your own instead to save money and calories!

9 Smart Money Moves to Make Before the Holiday Season Begins

Holiday prep is more than just making a list and checking it twice. Get your finances in festive order, too!

Living Cheaply for the Long Term

Frugality sites are full of advice for cutting your expenses right away. Living cheaply for the long term is different. Call it "strategic frugality."

Best Money Tips: Get Job Recruiters to Come to You

Today we found some stellar articles on getting job recruiters to come to you, how to get cheap life insurance, and creative ways to finance your wedding.

How to Find and Book the Best Vacation Rentals

Finding a quality vacation rental is trickier than it looks. Follow these rules to find both the right place at the right price.

Best Money Tips: Fifteen Ways to Make Money to Fill Your Fridge

Today we found some fantastic articles on ways to make money to fill your fridge, bills you can cut from your budget, and things to bring to a job interview.

Review: Bluebird -- Women and the New Psychology of Happiness

It's ingrained in our culture. In our Declaration of Independence we've spelled out that Americans must pursue happiness. To that end, billion dollar industries have heeded our cal

Best Money Tips: Ways to Age Well on a Shoestring Budget

Today we found articles on aging well on a shoestring budget, saving money at the gym, and budgeting when you live in an expensive city.

Ask the Readers: Trash or Cash? (Chance to Win $20!)

When you find something unusable, broken, or dirty, what do you do? Do you toss it? Give it to a thrift store? Recycle it? Would earning money for your troubles (and your trash)

7 Frugal Living Skills You Should Be Teaching Your Children

No matter how young or old your kids may be, they will certainly be better off if they learn these frugal living skills now.

Budgeting: Projection or Prophecy?

If you believe in our ability to harness the power of our minds, then it may not be a stretch for you to also believe that financial budgeting can be a self-fulfilling prophecy –-

Earn More Interest by Reducing Savings Friction

Sometimes friction is a good thing. Like when you can use it to save tons of money.

Why You Should Never Feel Guilty About Eating Ice Cream

Nobody really needs a reason to eat ice cream, but just in case, here are five — plus the science behind why you get brain freeze!

How to Get Along With Someone You Hate

Whether because of family or career, sometimes you can't avoid "that guy" (or gal). Learn how to deal with people you don't like and be happier for it.

$20 in San Francisco: The Best Ways to Spend It

Baghdad by the Bay is not known as a cheap place to live, but it does boast plenty of cheap outings. Find out how far 20 bucks will take you there!

Best Money Tips: Financial Tips for the Sandwich Generation

Today we found articles on financial tips for the “Sandwich Generation”, ethical clothing brands that are also affordable, and tips for throwing an ugly Christmas sweater party.