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You can contract more than just disease by sleeping with the wrong person…watch out for sexually transmitted debt, which can creep into your sex life while you remain blissfully un
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Why Index Funds Are the Best Choice for New Investors
New investors may be tempted to move their mutual fund investments into an actively managed fund. Choose an index fund instead to avoid a costly mistake.
You've Defaulted on Your Loan. Now What?
If late loan payments have snowballed into default, don't panic. It's time to dust yourself off and get back on track.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Halloween?
Tell us how you save money on Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Sexually Transmitted Debt: Eewww!
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3 Ways Paying Off Credit Cards Is Like Playing Beer Pong
Paying off your debt isn't as FUN as playing beer pong, of course, but it's a much better way to think about it than your old wrinkly neighbor would have it.
Best Money Tips: Frugal Hacks for Your Home
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal hacks for your home, fairly splitting bills, and money questions to ask before getting married.
Emergency Plan: Better Than an Emergency Fund
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7 Smart Ways to Save on Maternity Clothes
No need to finance a whole new wardrobe with a baby on board! Save big on maternity clothes to stay frugal and fashionable.
Rethinking The Early Mortgage Payoff
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5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 09/24
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How to File For Bankruptcy
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5 Best Amazon Deals for Monday 09/30
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17 Cheap Ways to Dress Up Your Garden
Give your outdoor living space a little low-cost love this summer. No trips to the home and garden store required.
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.
7 Signs It's Time to Break Up With Your Credit Cards
When your credit card starts burning a hole in your pocket, it's time to re-think the convenience of carrying plastic.
Independence Day Roundup: Military vs. Civilian Credit Cards
In certain categories, there are military cards that soundly beat anything civilians can apply for.
11 Smoothie Bowls You Want Right Now
All the wholesomeness of a hearty breakfast with the creamy coolness of ice cream; behold the (frugal) smoothie bowl!
Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Celebrate Halloween
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8 Money Lessons I Learned Selling Office Supplies
Working at an office supply superstore teaches more than just the price of pens. Find out what one Wise Bread writer learned during a first summer job.