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Book review: Towers of Gold

It will not, I think, surprise my regular readers to hear that I like to read books about money. All kinds of books about money--not just books on personal finance and frugality,

Why I Didn't Pay My Mortgage Off In Full

Getting out of credit card debt, paying off all student loans, and paying off their mortgage in full ASAP is the #1 goal of almost every personal finance blogger on the Wise Bread

7 Cool Things Bonds Tell You About the Economy

Bonds may not be the snazziest investment, but they sure can tell us a lot about how the economy is doing. Here's why it's smart to start paying attention to bonds.

Federal Student Loans

Depending on the type of help you need with paying for college, knowing the differences between government financial aid programs can make a big difference in finding a loan that r

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Eliminating Debt, Saving Money, and More with The Money Principle's Maria Nedeva

Check out our interview with The Money Principle's Maria Nedeva for amazing money-saving tips, recommendations on apps to make your life easier, and her favorite ways to use Skype!

Must-Do Home Maintenance That Saves You Money...and Might Save Your Family

You've probably heard that some home repairs are better investments than others. These will increase your home's value and make it safer for your family.

4 Ways This Little Known Health Benefit Saves You and Your Boss Real Money

These free employee benefit programs can change your life. Why are so few of us using them?

The Best Job Hunting Tips of the Year

Ready to find a great new job in 2013? Get a jump start with SavvySugar's best job-hunting tips from 2012.

Best Money Tips: How to Make Your Home Look Cleaner Than It Is

Today we found articles on hacks that make your home look cleaner than it actually is, quick ways to save on groceries, and cheap and fun ways to cool off this summer.

How to Get Magazines for Cheap (or Free!)

Magazines are fun to read — but buying them at the store can get crazy expensive. Learn how to get magazine fix and save.

Best Money Tips: Hidden Costs That Can Derail Your Budget Travel Plans

Today we found articles on hidden costs that can break your travel budget, emergency preparedness tips for first-time renters, and ways to turn unwanted wedding gifts into cash.

Best Money Tips: 5 Tips on How to Delay Gratification

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We’ve got tips for making a house a home, a condo a house, and a life with less than you ever thought possible. Read on for the

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The Personal Finance Letter I'd Write to My Younger Self

If you could write a letter of personal finance advice to your younger, less money-smart self, what would you say?

9 Old Kitchen Tools You Can Flip for Cash

What's hiding in the back of your kitchen drawers and cabinets? Cash, that's what.

The Big List of Money-Saving Coupon Codes for Halloween 2016

No tricks, just treats — in the form of sweet Halloween savings!

Hold That resume! 5 Red Flags in Online Job Listings

Unemployment is at an all time high. Oddly enough so are online job listings. That doesn't mean every online job posting is a winner. Here are five red flags in job postings that s

4 Money Lessons We Can Learn From J.K. Rowling

J.K. Rowling knows a thing or two about muggle money struggles. After all, she once had her share.

20 Snacks That Will Keep You Energized Through the Day

Power through the mid-morning slump and afternoon doldrums with a healthful handful of these nutritious, energy-rich snacks.