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10 Smart Ways I'm Spending My Tax Refund
Is Uncle Sam giving you a little something back this tax season? Here's how one Wise Bread writer is spending his to tie up some loose financial ends.
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Here's What Happens to a Mortgage in a Divorce
Divorce is messy. And step one is figuring out how to split ways with your biggest shared asset; your home.
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Just because you stopped working on your New Year's resolutions doesn't mean you can't start again. Follow this list to finish up 2013 right.
Would you sell your vote?
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Here's How Much Getting the Greenest Lawn Will Cost You
If the grass is always greener on your neighbor's side of the fence, here's what it'll cost to make your yard the envy of the neighborhood.
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Flashback Friday: The 76 Best Life Lessons You Should Learn by 30
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Holiday Dish?
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12 Easy Ways to Avoid Student Loan Debt
Completing college is hard enough without the mountain of debt that usually follows. Here's how to get the education without the financial stress.
Garage Triage: Organize Your Garage for Maximum Chore and Storage Efficiency
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If the big-box retailers can move boatloads of inventory with these pricing secrets, then you can, too.
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Some U.S. cities still offer a prime buyers' market for first-timers. Have you considered putting down roots in one of these spots?
Menu Planning Backwards and Forwards
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Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. This week's posts share why being nice saves you money, how to save on dining out, how much to put into your retirement savings,