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Better cars are not the answer

Wise Bread is an optimistic place. There are some people who can't see the congruence between optimism and frugality. I'm talking about the people who point to our progre

Teaching Kids About Money During the Holidays: Highlights from Our Chat With Lauren Young

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Lauren Young on teaching kids about money during the holidays!

How to Trick Yourself Into Better Credit Card Behavior

By making a few key moves before you shop, you can easily trick your brain into better credit card use. Here's how.

19 Things You Can Buy That Make the World a Better Place

Every little bit helps. Make your avarice and consumption a force for good in the world by shopping with smarts — and care.

Best Money Tips: Secrets to Saving Money at Amazon.com

Today we found some awesome articles on saving money at Amazon.com, the best items to buy now, and how to get the best hotel deals.

Ask the Readers: What DIY Projects Do You Do?

Tell us about your DIY projects and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Ask the Readers: What Healthy Habits Do You Live By?

Tell us about your healthy habits and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Easy Travel Rewards with No Annual Fee: Barclaycard Arrival World MasterCard

Get extra miles for your travel and dining purchases with no annual fee.

Ask the Readers: What Are Your Tips for Back-to-School Shopping?

Tell us your tips for back-to-school shopping and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

Cheap Hotel Room Promo: Get a Room at Super 8 for $8.88! (offer expired)

What’s better than a cheap hotel room? A dirt cheap motel room. The mother of all inexpensive motels is offering a limited-time rate for those who are dedicated to the magic of “

Breathing Easy on the Financial Rollercoaster

In case you hadn't noticed, stock markets around the world have done some crazy things this week. At this point, I think we're all a little lightheaded, wondering if we should be w

Best Money Tips: Confusing Tipping Situations, Solved

Today we found some stellar articles on confusing tipping situations solved, ways to avoid a financial collapse, and why you should take a vacation.

Get In Gear For The New Year: 5 Tips For Making Resolutions

The New Year is infamous when it comes to resolutions — not because most people manage to turn over a new leaf but because we declare big goals, work towards them for a few months

7 Mistakes That Can Ruin Your Yard Sale

Yard sale season is upon us! If you're hosting a sale to get rid of your stuff, ensure that it's successful by avoiding these common mistakes.

Financial Decisions of Young Adults: Highlights from Our Chat With Rutgers

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Dr. Barbara O'Neill from Rutgers on financial decisions of young adults!

Healthcare Paperwork That Doesn't Require Paper or Work

Managing your healthcare should be as easy as paying your bills online. The MyHumana app make it simple to see your plan, find a doctor, review your claims, and more.


5 Ways Employee Perks Are Good for Business

Work perks keep employees happier, healthier, and more loyal. Find out how.

The 5 Best Air Purifiers

Clean air is surprisingly hard to come by, but with the help of one of these top air purifiers, you'll be sure to breathe easy in no time.

7 Reasons You Are More Than Your Credit Score

You're broke. Your credit score stinks. But guess what? You're still you.

Solving a Debt Dilemma with Debt Settlement

Paying half a bill is better than paying it all. But is going to a debt settlement company the way to do it? Understand how these companies work, then decide for yourself.