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FREE for today only - Image Mender software - DEAL ENDED

Big bad pimple ruining some of your recent photos? Maybe a few blemishes upset a perfectly good shot? Well, for today only giveawayoftheday.com is giving you a free download, with

Beauty is in the Eyes of the Employer

It as been suggested that people may be splurging for cosmetic surgery thinking that it will give them an advantage in getting a job.

Patriotism and Personal Finance - A Brief Walk Through American History

To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f

So Your Bank Failed, Now What?

Last week I wrote that ailing banks usually give the highest interest rates and mentioned the troubles of IndyMac. Last Friday, the FDIC has officially named IndyMac a failed bank

Ask the Readers: Do You Like Hosting Parties?

Tell us whether you like hosting parties and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Could the last person to leave America please turn out the light.

I don’t know about you, but I’m more than a little worried by recent economic events. First Freddie Mac and Fannie Mae, then Lehman Brothers, and now an $85 billion loan to AIG. So

Best Money Tips: Things to Do to Get a Raise at Work

Today we found some stellar articles on getting a raise at work, going to college for free, and curing a spending hangover.

Look Waste in the Face (and Save More than Money)

I’m addicted to how-to tips for saving money; Shave a few dollars off any of my enormous utility bills, and my heart belongs to you. Sometimes it takes more than savvy know-how to

How Not to Buy Too Much

Just as a diet doesn't mean you can never enjoy food again, a budget doesn't mean that you can never buy again. Here are a few strategies to help you reduce your spending.

Live Long and Prosper With These 15 Small Healthy Habits

When it comes to living longer, healthier lives, it's the little things that count. Add a few (or all!) of these habits to your routine and feel better, longer.

Write for money online series - Part 4 - Mahalo.com

So far I have reviewed three pay for content sites. Today I am reviewing a site called Mahalo. This is a site that is aiming to be a human powered search engine. It was started

Credit Scores Across the Country: Which Third are You In?

CreditKarma.com recently released a report that concluded about a third of consumer's credit scores have increased (that's good) during a period of October 2008 until January 2009.

New Mac minis: Beware small gains at a big price!

Are you interested in a new Mac mini? Read this first: be informed about which upgrades don't make sense and what to do about it.

How to Make Amazon Prime Day Actually Worth It This Year

Not sure if Amazon Prime Day is actually worth it? Here are a few ways to save.

3 Steps to Building a Financial Safety Net From “The Economy of You”

These days, financial security means having more than one source of income. Learn how to develop yours with advice from this great new book.

Save a $100,000 with a Do It Yourself Taste Test

Conduct a do it yourself taste test and save $100,000. Decide whether you prefer the generic or brand name in one afternoon sitting.

5 Reasons Not to Apply for a Loan Modification in the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP)

The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) rolled out last year currently has over 700,000 people in trial modifications and a little over 30,000 in "permanent" modifications.

8 Ways to Track Your Diet and Fitness for Free

Fitness experts will tell you that tracking progress is a good motivator. These free tools will help you do that, without hurting your budget goals.

Is the Corporate Career Track Right for You?

A good job with a big company is the dream of many recent grads. Before you find your spot in the cubicle farm, consider some pros and cons.

Best Money Tips: Girl Scout Cookies on the Cheap

Welcome to Wise Bread’s Best Money Tips roundup. Today, tell you how to bargain shop for Thin Mints, the best way to get cheap airfare, and some cool ways to make gourmet tea wi