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Here's How Much Life in the Big City Will Cost You

Your dreams of big city life probably won't come cheap. Better crunch the numbers before you make the big move from Smallsville to Metropolis!

5 Surprising Benefits Of: Naps (Including the Best Time to Take Them)

You already know that a midday power nap is good for productivity. Learn what else a nap is good for — and the best way to take one.

4 Ways Your Brain Screws Up Your Money AND Your Love Life

Even if you aren't planning on marrying rich, the hidden biases that affect relationships can also impact finances. Learn what blind spots you should watch for.

8 Frugal Destinations for a Dreamy Winter Getaway

Those first few flecks are wonderful, but snow gets cold and miserable fast. Escape the chill in these sunny locales that won't scorch your budget.

21 Frugal Ways to Make All Your Outfits Look Awesome

With some accessories and a good eye you can quickly — and cheaply — make any outfit look incredible. Here's how!

These 5 Expenses Will Probably Cost You a Lot Less in Retirement

There's one silver lining to retirement planning: These five expenses are likely to dwindle in your golden years.

Motivating Yourself and Others

What motivates people to work hard and do a good job? Whether you're a worker, a manager, a business owner, or an investor, it's important to know the answer.

How to Examine Your Healthcare Plan and Save

I’ve been examining healthcare plans for a couple of decades. I’ve been covered under employer-based plans and private individual plans. As a result, I've learned mu

The 5 Best Laser Printers

Looking for a workhorse printer for text and basic graphics that won't cost you an arm and a leg in replacement ink? Consider one of our five favorite laser printers.

The 5 Best Handheld Vacuums

Clean up those little mess in a jiffy with one of these great little sucker-uppers.

What is "Quantitative Easing" Anyway?

Recently the news is abuzz with the term "quantitative easing."  What is it anyway and how does it affect you?

Best Money Tips: How to Grow Asparagus

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the best way to get a great asparagus crop, how to be a weekend mechanic, and what the CARD act really means!

Best Money Tips: Homemade Hot Chocolate

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you a simple recipe for homemade hot cocoa, a cool way to fold old paperbacks, and 10 deviled egg recipes to die for

Underpaid? Here’s How to Fix It.

If you think you're underpaid, the folks at GetRaised are willing to bet $20 that they can help you get a raise within six months. Can it work?

Paper Checks: Going, Going...Gone?

Are you ready to go totally electronic? Paper checks may be on their way out permanently. Learn what you need to know about making the switch.

8 Things You Should Always Pack in Your Carry-On

Make sure you always leave enough room in your carry-on for these travel musts. Don't leave home without them!

10 Hidden Costs That Hurt Your Wallet

From spend-happy friends to bad bulk buying and more, these sneaky costs and poor financial habits could be sucking the life out of your bank account.

The 6 Best Reasons to Quit Your Job

When's the right time to quit a job? When it's doing you more harm than good.

Negotiating 101: The 5 Buyers You Meet In Hell

These are the 5 worst types of negotiators and why their tactics don't work.

How to Save for Retirement When You Are Unemployed

So you're out of work. That doesn't mean you have to lose track of your retirement savings.