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How to Make the Most of Your 401K
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This Is When You Should Borrow From Your Retirement Account
The usual advice is to never, ever borrow from a retirement account. Here are a couple of scenarios when it might be a good idea.
Change Jars and 8 Other Clever Ways to Build an Emergency Fund
You don't need a windfall to kick-start your savings. These baby steps will do just fine.
So You Caught a World Series Home Run — What's It Worth?
Cubs and Indians sluggers will belt more than a few into the stands during the World Series. For the lucky fans who grab one, what's the ROI?
How to Talk About Retirement With Your Spouse
Avoiding that talk with your spouse about retirement will cost you both, eventually. Here's how to start talking — and planning your future.
20 Essential Life Hacks for Summer
Ready or not, summer is right around the corner. Beat the heat and have more fun with these essential summertime life hacks.
Homemade Dog Food: Recipe and Cost
Learn how to make your own dog food and save hundreds of dollars.
Skills That Can Save You Money Part 1: Parallel Parking
See why something as basic (well, to some) as parallel parking can be a ticket to big savings.
21 Things You'll Regret Every Time
Want to look back and say you lived with no regrets? Then make sure you're not making any of the decisions on this list!
Flashback Friday: 80 Holiday Treats That Won't Bust Your Budget
Whether you're making some sweet holiday treats for yourself, or giving them away as gifts, there's no need to bust your budget in the process.
101 Ways to Save Money on Clothes
Get smarter about shopping, mending, laundering, and lots more, and you can cut your clothing budget while still looking sharp. Here's how.
5 Cheap, Amazing, and Undiscovered Vacation Destinations
These five international destinations aren't overrun by tourists — yet. Get there soon, before everyone else does and the bargains leave, too.
Financial Fear Factors
Living in the now is always the hardest part of overcoming fear about anything, especially fear of the lack of money.
101 Little Things You Can Fix Right Now!
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6 "Good" Habits That May Actually Be Hurting You
Even good habits take effort, so make sure the ones you've committed to aren't actually doing more harm than they're worth.
Turn Your Home Into a Spa With These 5 Frugal Stress Relievers
Science says you really need a vacation, but your budget says no way. What to do? Bring rest and relaxation home on the cheap!
Best Cards for Women’s Apparel
Choose the best credit card for shopping in women's clothing stores.
Top 10 "Unusual" Uses For Duct Tape
From wallets to emergency sunglasses and even boats, duct tape really can fix (or make) almost anything.
3 Ways to Get Hotel Deals
These hotel deals take a little more time and effort to nab — but the savings can be huge.
Best Money Tips: The Worst Drugstore Deals
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we reveal the absolute worst drugstore buys