The "sweet spot" is the ideal point where you get the highest performance (and quality) at an optimum price. It can refer to many types of goods, but electronics are of particular
One of my favorite frugal resources is the community college. Even though I’ve taken several classes at my local college, I’ve barely tapped into the depth of resources available n
I’m a sucker for brand-name cleaning supplies, and while it’s no crime to be brand-loyal and use what works best for you and your family, often times there are shortcuts that can c
With the average American family of four spending almost $4,000 per year on clothing, think of the money you can save by extending the life of your clothes and hanging onto them lo
Simple living should be about enjoying the good stuff. So, rather than go into a bunch of things you can do to head off possible problems, I'm going to give you just one tool for a
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we share over 50 cheap and healthy party foods you can serve during the "Big Game," why bonds may not be the safe i
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We want to know how you eat healthy on a dime. With so many of us living such busy lifestyles, it can be difficult to implement good eating habits -- especially
Here’s a quick tutorial on how to master the art of good brown gravy (sometimes called “pan gravy”) -- and why you’ll want to add it to a few meals here
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How to find the sweet spot when buying electronics
The "sweet spot" is the ideal point where you get the highest performance (and quality) at an optimum price. It can refer to many types of goods, but electronics are of particular
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One of my favorite frugal resources is the community college. Even though I’ve taken several classes at my local college, I’ve barely tapped into the depth of resources available n
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I’m a sucker for brand-name cleaning supplies, and while it’s no crime to be brand-loyal and use what works best for you and your family, often times there are shortcuts that can c
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Dust off those ill-fitting clothes taking up space in your closet and give them a new purpose!
Does A Dollar Buy What it Did a Year Ago? (Answer to win $10)
Does a dollar buy the same things it did a year ago? Share your experiences to be entered to win $10 in our Trivia Tuesday giveaway!
The 5 Best Men’s Running Shoes
Keeping a steady pace while running isn't easy, but it can be. Just rock any of these men's running shoes and your stride will remain strong.
10 Ways to Get More Wear Out of Your Clothing
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It's no secret your credit score is important. But when it comes to getting a home loan, it's not the only determining factor.
5 Reasons Fall Is a Great Time to House Hunt
The leaves are changing, and you still don't have your dream home. Hey, no worries! Fall is a great time to house hunt.
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It can be hard to watch a friend struggle through a job search. Show them you care (and help them along the way) with these suggestions.
8 Terrible Work-From-Home "Jobs" You Should Avoid
Bad news: If a work-from-home job seems too good to be true, it probably is.
The Best Way to Avoid the Worst Financial Problems
Simple living should be about enjoying the good stuff. So, rather than go into a bunch of things you can do to head off possible problems, I'm going to give you just one tool for a
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: 50+ Cheap and Healthy Party Foods for the Super Bowl
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we share over 50 cheap and healthy party foods you can serve during the "Big Game," why bonds may not be the safe i
How to Succeed as an Online Student
If you’re considering online studies, don’t underestimate the workload, discipline, and communication skills needed to succeed. Here are tips on excelling as an online student.
The Joys of Plus Size Shopping for Women
Shopping for the Plus Size gal can be fun if she takes stock in what she's working with and goes to those designers that work with her.
How to Use Glassdoor to Earn More Money
Website Glassdoor has long be the place to visit to learn more about a potential employer. Now it can help you learn what you're worth.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Eat Healthy on a Budget? (Chance to win $25!)
We want to know how you eat healthy on a dime. With so many of us living such busy lifestyles, it can be difficult to implement good eating habits -- especially
How (and Why) to Make Good Pan Gravy
Here’s a quick tutorial on how to master the art of good brown gravy (sometimes called “pan gravy”) -- and why you’ll want to add it to a few meals here
6 Things You Might Do on Your First Day of Retirement
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Low Interest Rates Do Not Make Homes Affordable
If a good price seems to good to be true...it probably is. Learn how low interest rates drive home prices higher.