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A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Let’s say the real estate markets are down. You want or need to sell your home, but buyers won’t pay what it is worth (or even enough to leave you with a zero balance). And if you
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Boxed wines are economical, easy to store and good for the environment. But how do they taste? Would they satisfy wine snobs? I took the plunge and tried 6 popular boxed wines. Fin
This easy recipe for homemade tortillas is fast, delicious and entirely gluten-free. The best part is, even your gluten-eating friends will enjoy them.
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Americans' savings rate up to almost 7% - who benefits?
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12 Words You Need to Delete From Your Resume Right Now
HR staffers see a lot of resumes — and a lot of cliches, tired idioms, and lazy skill descriptions in them. Make your resume memorable by cutting these awful words.
6 Ways to Use Google Alerts to Save Money
Aside from staying up-to-date on celeb gossip and breaking news, Google Alerts can also help you shop smart and save big.
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A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Permanent Home Swap: Solution to a Volatile Real Estate Market
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How to Get Laid Off: A Step-By-Step Guide
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Frugal Gluten-Free Living: Flour Tortillas that Taste Great!
This easy recipe for homemade tortillas is fast, delicious and entirely gluten-free. The best part is, even your gluten-eating friends will enjoy them.
Dorito Bread and 24 Other Amazing Recipes You Must Try
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Ask the Readers: Are Checks a Thing of the Past? (Chance to win $20!)
Let us know if checks are still a part of your life, and you'll be entered to win onf of two $20 Amazon gift cards!
Is "Health Food" Worse for You than Junk Food?
Health food isn't necessarily as good for you as you'd expect it to be. In fact, it might be those "healthy" foods that are ultimately making you fat.
6 Types of Travel Insurance Credit Cards Include That You Didn't Know About
Before you pony up for travel insurance, check your credit card benefits first. You may already be covered by policies you didn't even know existed.
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A recent study found that daughters of fathers who help with household chores are more ambitious. Try more ways to encourage children to aim high.
Don't Make These 6 Credit Card Sign-Up Bonus Mistakes
There's nothing wrong with signing up for a new credit card to get in on the bonuses — just don't make these mistakes and lose out.
Flashback Friday: 42 Ways the 7 Deadly Sins Are Keeping You Poor
Greed, pride, and the five other deadly sins might be the reason for your financial struggles.
Lessons We Can Learn From Blockbuster's Demise
As the video giant Blockbuster files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy, marketing experts everywhere are asking the same question: what went wrong?
7 Mantras to Sharpen Your Resolve to Downsize and Declutter
Boost your decluttering efforts by tidying your mind with a clear mantra and stay focused on keeping only the things that satisfy your goals, wants, and desires.
Best Money Tips: How to be productive while doing other things
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