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Wise Bread Author Launches Cheapest Book Tour - No Cars, No Hotels, No Problem

Wise Bread blogger Jeff Yeager is promoting his new book on frugal living with the cheapest book tour ever! He'll bike instead of drive, and couchsurf instead of staying in hot

How to Talk to Your Teen About Student Loans

Student loans are a big deal, so make sure your teen knows all the facts before college.

Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Spend $1,000

Today we found some fantastic articles on smart ways to spend $1,000, grow your career while giving back, and useful things you can always find at Goodwill.

Best Money Tips: Gifts That Don't Create Clutter

Today we found holiday gifts that don’t create clutter, ways to prevent overspending during the holidays, and how to do Disney on a budget.

Why Behavior Nudges Don't Always Lead to Healthy Habits

Behavior nudges have proven successful in many scenarios, but they aren't perfect. Here's why they may not be the best bet for changing your habits.

How to Stretch Your Airline Miles With Dynamic Award Pricing

Dynamic award pricing is here to stay, but there are still plenty of ways to get the most out of your airline miles.

Ten Tenets for "Arranging Your Rich" - Part 1: Rich is Relative

There are some guiding principles to arranging your own wealth. Ten, in fact. Ten important "tenets" to keep you grounded and on track as you begin the "arranging your rich" proces

Sound advice for winning on a game show

I've been a closet fan of game shows for years; most likely because I love the idea of getting something for nothing (hey, this is a frugal writer after all). I recently stumbl

16 Everyday Things You Shouldn't Be Paying For

If you're still shelling out for any of these 16 commonly free things, you're throwing your money away.

How to Enjoy Disney World on the Cheap

The Happiest Place on Earth just got a little happier. Experience the magic of Disney without making your budget the saddest.

Best Money Tips: Signs You May Be a Shopaholic

Today we found some great articles on signs you may be a shopaholic, making your life easier by snapping a photo, and planning for worst-case scenarios.

Best Money Tips: Inexpensive Powerhouse Foods to Add to Your Diet

Today we found some great articles on inexpensive powerhouse foods, how to make money selling your stuff, and springing into summer vacation savings.

6 Tax Deductions Job-Hunters Can’t Afford to Overlook

If you spent part of last year looking for a job, you might like the IRS a little more this tax season. Discover tax deductions just for job seekers.

Gas Is High Enough….

Watching my local newscast a few nights ago, I was disturbed by the assumption that the anchor made regarding rising gas prices and consumer reaction.

3 Ways to Enjoy Business Class for Less Than the Cost of Economy

With a little creativity and organization you can start flying in business class for less than the cost of an economy class ticket.

Best Money Tips: How to Find Amazon Freebies

Today we found the tricks to finding free stuff on Amazon, the best things to buy in February, and how to score big bargains on Super Bowl Sunday.

FHA Home Loans: You Can Buy a Home Even If Your Finances Aren't Perfect

Even with stricter post-crash lending standards, FHA home loans remain a great option for home buyers who don't have perfect credit or large down payments.

7 Cheaper Versions of Your Favorite Products

Stop paying premium for name brands! Save big on these seven products by ignoring a fancy label.

7 Lessons About Money I Learned After Having Twins

Having twins can mean double trouble for your finances, but these money lessons apply to anyone with a new bundle of joy.

The 5 Best Microdermabrasion Products

Keeping your skin healthy and clear isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these microdermabrasion products and your face will always look fab.