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New $100 Bill Unveiled
Even though ordinary people hardly ever receive or spend one, with the number of $100 bills in circulation in the billions it's worth putting the effort into making them extreme
Kill Boredom With These 34 Fun and Productive Projects
Bored? Get off the Internet and get busy tackling these fun, small projects that will improve both you and your life!
Have Your Best Garage Sale Ever by Following These 9 Retail Secrets
Retailers have been convincing us to buy new stuff for centuries, so why not borrow a few tricks the next time you're trying move some old stuff?
Ask the Readers: Do You Honestly Follow a Budget? (Chance to win $20)
What do you think it takes to "budget" effectively? And do you do so yourself? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!
Never Miss Free Ice Cream Again: Complete Calendar of Annual Free Stuff Days
Companies big and small celebrate holidays famous and obscure with freebies. Find out when and where to get yours.
The Fiduciary Rule Is Under Review — How Will This Affect Your Investments?
The Trump administration is holding the fiduciary rule in limbo. How could this affect you and your retirement?
Start Planning Now for When Your Target-Date Fund Ends
Target-date funds are a common way to help you save for retirement. But what happens when they actually hit their target?
Here's How Often Your Credit Score Gets Calculated
You know your credit score can fluctuate. But you should also know what causes this — and how you can use it to your advantage.
5 Money Lessons People Learn at Their First Job
A first job teaches plenty about getting and keeping a job. A first paycheck teaches us a few things about getting and keeping money, too.
Best Money Tips: Movie Theater Hacks
Today we found some great articles on life-changing movie theater hacks, finding your passion, and beating the addiction to unhappiness.
Here's How You Should Budget Your Social Security Checks
You don't get to quit budgeting just because you've retired. Actually, if you collect Social Security benefits, it's more important than ever.
Best Money Tips: Save Money When Staying at a Hotel
Today we found some great articles on ways to save money when staying at a hotel, shopping rules of thumb, and ways to maximize Craigslist revenue.
10 Exercises to Do at Work That Don't Make You Look Silly
Realistically, most of us can't pull out crazy yoga poses, lift weights, or do jumping jacks at work. Here are 10 realistic exercises for the office.
The Alarming Thing I Didn't Know About My Mammogram
An annual mammogram may not pick up cancer due to a surprisingly common condition. A Wise Bread blogger shares her story.
The 4 Worst Mistakes Good Parents Make
Parenting is hard! Are you making it harder than it really is?
6 Times to Use Credit Cards Instead of Cash
Frivolous use of credit cards is a good way to slip into debt, but if used wisely, plastic can boost your credit and help your finances. Here's how.
10 Financial Resolutions You Can Conquer Before New Year's
Don't wait for the ball to drop and the Champagne to pour; get cracking on these financial resolutions before the end of the year!
4 Smartest Ways to Use a Home-Equity Loan
If you have the home equity to spare, you can borrow against it. Just be sure you're using the loan for something smart.
24 Tips for Having a Baby Without Going Broke
That little bundle of joy can cost you a big wad of cash. Discover great ways to give your baby everything she needs while saving a few bucks.
10 Cheap and Delicious Marinades
If you're looking for an easy, inexpensive way to make meat and other foods super-flavorful, look no further than these great marinade recipes.