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How to Throw a Kid’s Birthday Party That’s Fun, Happily Memorable, and Not So Expensive

The most fun, memorable and least expensive birthday party for your child may be, figuratively and literately, right in your own backyard. I’ve attended and hosted fabulous but sim

Your Sleeping Position May Be Hurting You

If you feel like you woke up on the wrong side of the bed, it might actually be because you slept on the wrong side of you.

Don't Get Taken by the Latest Secure Credit Card Scam

A fake bank is offering phony secured credit cards to consumers with troubled credit histories, and reading the fine print may not be enough to protect you.

7 Ways to Generate New Leads for Your Side Business

If you want to start earning good side income, it doesn't make sense to invest money in traditional marketing efforts right away. Here are 7 cheap or free ways you can use to

Frugality goes international

The existence of a strong frugality movement in rich countries may be more of a surprise to people in the poor countries than the other way around. Still, with the economy the way

What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in December

It's peak shopping season, but not every buy is a peak deal. Learn where to find the big discounts this month — and where to freeze your spending.

Avoid Bank Fees

How do you avoid bank fees? Read the stuff from your bank and understand what services are free and what services aren't.

How Too Much Investment Diversity Can Cost You

Never put all your eggs in one investment basket. But how do you know if you have too many baskets?

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.

You Won't Believe How Much You Can Save With an Ice Cube Tray

You can do a lot more with an ice tray than make ice — you can freeze your spending, reduce food waste, and more! Learn how.

You're Missing Out on These 5 Easy Fixes for FOMO

While you've been afraid of missing out on everything, you've also missed out on ways to cure FOMO. But here they are!

Wise Bread Reloaded: Watch These Adorable Puppy and Kitten Videos and Learn How to Care for Your Own, Frugally

Are these the cutest puppy and kitten videos you've ever seen? There's only one way to find out.

How Living on a Tight Budget Makes You Happier

Living on a tight budget can seem restrictive, but if you do it with intention, you'll discover lots of life satisfaction you may have been missing.

How to Keep Your Pets Cool During a Heat Wave

The dog days of summer are here. Here's how to keep your fur buddies cool.

10 Genius Storage Solutions for Your Home Office

An untended home office can become a chaos of clutter and broken dreams. Keep your space tidy and your career on the march with some smart storage.

12 Genius Storage Solutions for Your Garage

Make enough room to actually park your car in your garage with this collection of simple, frugal, and clever garage storage ideas.

5 Foods Scientifically Proven to Take Years off Your Life

You probably already know that these delicious foods are harmful to your midsection. But did you know they may be taking years away, too?

The 9 Types of Horrible Bosses – And How to Manage Them

Unless you work for yourself, you answer to a boss — who may be doing more harm to your career than good. Beware these nine toxic bosses!

6 Foods Scientifically Proven to Help You Sleep

There's nothing worse than tossing and turning all night. Snack your way to fitful rest with these foods proven to help you sleep.

9 Affordable Winter Getaways for the Family

While summer is the traditional season for family travel, winter offers plenty of opportunity, too. Book now — we've already done the research!