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9 Signs You're Suffering From Lifestyle Inflation

Keeping up with the Joneses is not the only sign of creeping lifestyle inflation. How many of these signs of profligacy do you recognize?

99 Free or Virtually Free Ways to De-Stress

Stressing out over the economy? Here are 99 ways to de-stress that won't hurt your wallet.

The 5 Best Epilators

Keeping your legs smooth and hair-free isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these epilators and you'll keep that stubborn stubble at bay.

Best Money Tips: Eating Well on a Budget

Today we found some great articles on eating well on a budget, tips to improve your personal finances, and tips for changing your spending habits.

Why You Need to Know the Difference Between Secured and Unsecured Debts

You have secured debt, and you have unsecured debt. Do you know the difference? It's time to learn.

Time-Management Tools: Too Busy to Read This Post?

Home life is hectic. Work is hectic. If you feel like you don't have enough time, these free time-management tools can help you find more.

How to Find the Savings Strategy That Works For You

The path to saving money is as diverse as it is customizable. Are you following the best path for you?

10 Ways to Act Like a Leader -- And Get Ahead at Work

Office teamwork boosts morale and creates an overall happier environment. Step up and be the team player every workplace needs!

4 Signs You Are Teaching Your Kids Bad Financial Habits

Parents lead by example. If your kids are picking up your bad financial habits, help yourself, and them, by doing money the right way.

Credit Card Churning and Why It's Not Worth It

Is credit card churning worth it?

The 5 Best Pieces of Financial Wisdom From Warren Buffett

If you're looking for timeless financial wisdom, then turn to the Oracle of Omaha himself. Start with these personal finance fundamentals.

The 5 Best Packable Daypacks

Keeping your personal items organized in a backpack isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these packable daypacks and you'll have a compact way to carry your stuff.

Here's What Happens to an Account in Collections — Even When You Pay Up

Paying off or settling an account in collections is better than avoiding it. Just don't expect your credit score to rebound soon.

Book Review: Excuse Me, Your Job is Waiting!

A few weeks ago, I won a copy of Excuse Me, Your Job Is Waiting: Attract the Work You Want from Consumerism Commentary (thanks, Flexo!). [more]

6 Uses for Those Old Whitewalls

No, they don’t have to be whitewalls, but I know that sometime in the near future you will have an old tire to get rid of. [more]

8 Ways College Students Can Save Money Before Class Starts

Tuition is costly enough — don't let other college costs ruin your budget. Skip pricey extras — not classes — and save both grades and money.

A $25 meal for just $3. Updated.

How many of you are familiar with Restaurant.com ? It's a terrfic site that slashes the price of meals by using a coupon system. [more]

15 Fun and Frugal Labor Day Activities

Labor Day is for more than barbeques! Why not try one of these cheap and fun ways to spend this late summer holiday?

The 5 Best Contour Powders

Make your skin look flawless by using the right contour powder for your face. Any of these five best contour powders are great choices!

Front-loaded loans: a financial conspiracy?

A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how