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Celebrate Valentine's Day frugally — our Editor's segment on American Public Media's Marketplace Money tells you how (even if it's at the last minute).
In my first job out of college, I was on 12,000 English pounds per year. That was back in London in 1996, i was single, lived with two friends and only had rent and travel to pay for. And I still remember how tough that was. [more]
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
My favorite scammers from The Real Hustle have been busy. I know over 130,000 of you enjoyed (and hopefully tried out) the friendly scams in my last post . Well, the hustlers have
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Best Money Tips: Foods You Shouldn't Refreeze
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7 Facebook Updates That Are Making You Look Stupid
Facebook is a fun way to share with friends — and their friends, and total strangers. Avoid these Facebook faux pas and keep your profile sharp.
Best Money Tips: Eating Well on a Budget
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12 Times You're Better Off Without a Promotion
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Secrets to Finding and Winning Facebook Promotional Giveaways
Find out how to find Facebook giveaways to enter and win. Keep your privacy, too!
Best Money Tips: Late Retirement Planning Tips
Today we found some great articles on late retirement planning tips, how to hedge against gas price increases, and clever ways to pay for your kids' college.
Why Scientists Say You Should Be Committing the 7 Deadly Sins
Sloth, Pride, Gluttony — go for it! It turns out that sinning — in moderation — is probably actually good for you.
Get Free Stuff by Eating Cereal, Drinking Soda, and Watching TV
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Credit Card Churning and Why It's Not Worth It
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Wise Bread on Marketplace: A Frugal Valentine's Day
Celebrate Valentine's Day frugally — our Editor's segment on American Public Media's Marketplace Money tells you how (even if it's at the last minute).
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SunTrust Secured Credit Card with Cash Rewards Review
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Best Money Tips: Smart Splurges for Your Car
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How to live on $12,000 a year
In my first job out of college, I was on 12,000 English pounds per year. That was back in London in 1996, i was single, lived with two friends and only had rent and travel to pay for. And I still remember how tough that was. [more]
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Street market scams. Don't believe the hype.
Part three of my Real Hustle compliation is the one I have wanted to feature for a very long time. The other two posts were lighter in nature, this one is more grim as it involves more of your hard-earned cash being swindled from you. [more]
What to Do If You Can't Pay Your Private Student Loan
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5 more ways to hustle free drinks.
My favorite scammers from The Real Hustle have been busy. I know over 130,000 of you enjoyed (and hopefully tried out) the friendly scams in my last post . Well, the hustlers have
Do you have what you want… and do you want what you have?
Sometimes, being frugal means not just saving money; sometimes it means not spending any at all. There’s been a growing preoccupation with working more to earn more--to buy more; y