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Common Currency: A Primer
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The Pros and Cons of Autopay
Is bill autopay the answer to your problems, or just another problem? As with so many things, it's likely a little of both.
Best Money Tips: Throw a New Years Bash for Less Cash
Today we found some stellar articles on throwing a new years bash for less cash, paying off your auto loan early, and ways to donate to the Sandy Hook victims.
8 Professional Ways to Make Friends at Work
We spend most of our lives at work, so many of our adult friendships are made at the office. But as adults, it can be tough to know how to take that first step.
The Best Cheap Plants for Improving Indoor Air Quality
Want to breathe easy in your home? Filter your air without filtering too much cash from your wallet with these easy-to-care-for indoor plants.
5 Reasons You Definitely Need Renters' Insurance
Yes, renters, you totally need to insure your stuff — and yourself — from mishaps big and small. Don't economize here!
10 Things You Can Totally Regift — And 7 Things You Shouldn't
What to do with those unused candles, frying pans, or ugly sweaters? Regift them, of course!
The Limits of Small Economies
People often recommend cutting out little expenses to help get back on financial track. What's rarely mentioned is that this alone won't solve the problem.
9 Surprising Things Your Homeowners Insurance Doesn't Cover
A word to the wise, homeowners — your insurance policy may not cover everything you think it does. Read the fine print!
Foreign exchange class action settlement
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8 Crazy Jobs You Didn't Know Existed
Did you know stuffing olives was an actual job, done by actual people? We didn't either.
The 7 Things Every Frugal Person Should Have In Their Wallet
You never leave home without your wallet — and these seven items should always be inside!
419 baiting – keeping online scammers running in circles
How many of you have received an email telling you that you’ve one a lottery that you never even entered? Or, that a rich widow wants help distributing millions of dollars to the p
Fitness Resolutions: How Much Will Your New Exercise Routine Cost?
If you're like many Americans, you made a resolution to get fit this year. Here's how much it'll cost with some popular workouts.
Home Equity Loan or HELOC: Which Is Right for You?
You have equity in your home, and you need to borrow money. Should you turn to a HELOC or a home equity loan?
The weird logic of economic growth
Ever notice that we have names for a period when the economy isn't growing (recession or depression), but there's no name for when it is growing? If they call it anything,
SaveUp Giving Away $1000 to Wise Bread Readers
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6 Best Jobs for Working Moms and Dads
Finding the right work-life balance as a parent isn't easy. These six jobs are wonderfully accommodating for working moms and dads.
6 Surprising Sources of Celeb Income
For A, B, and C List celebs, the money from performances and recordings is just the beginning of the revenue stream. Find out how else fame pays.
7 Modern Reasons to Visit Your Local Library Today
The library isn't just a building full of old books. You can have a whole lotta fun there — for free!