Today we found some stellar articles on ways to eat better for less, things that will cost less in 2014, and tax preparation tips to ease the stress of filing.
A variable income coupled with fixed expenses is tricky to manage. In this article you will find a five-step strategy that allows you to save effectively for retirement, take advan
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. If you've ever wanted to make a million bucks from eating lunch, learn how to raise a $221,000 baby, or cook over 4 dozen differ
We're advocates of credit balance transfers as part of a debt reduction plan, but that doesn't mean the strategy is risk-free. Here's what to watch out for.
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I purchased a lovely outdoor furniture set this year for my future patio. The problem was that the patio never got built. Our solution? Bring it inside. Here are the five reasons w
You probably already save with your grocery store's loyalty program. Find out where else you can save (as much as 25%!) just by getting a loyalty card.
Most people are under the impression that, while eating natural is better, it's also more expensive. And I'll grant that, sometimes, this is true. However, while having processed f
Palm trees are ubiquitous in California and other states with a warm climate. Although they are beautiful trees, some homeowners find them to be a nuisance because they require rou
Taking care of a cut or minor injury while you're out and about isn't easy, but it can be. Just get any of these first aid kits and you can care for a wound wherever you are.
We’re nearing the thick of tax time, and I’m sure the first thing on your mind (I know it’s on mine) is “how much money am I getting back?” and “what am I going to use the money fo
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Best Money Tips: Ways to Eat Better for Less
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to eat better for less, things that will cost less in 2014, and tax preparation tips to ease the stress of filing.
Saving for Retirement (and Other Long-Term Goals) on a Variable Income
A variable income coupled with fixed expenses is tricky to manage. In this article you will find a five-step strategy that allows you to save effectively for retirement, take advan
Best Money Tip: 41 Financial Calculators for Major Life Decisions
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6 Ways to Travel When You Have Student Loans
With smart money management, anyone can hit the road — even with student loan debt.
6 Hidden Dangers of Credit Card Balance Transfers
We're advocates of credit balance transfers as part of a debt reduction plan, but that doesn't mean the strategy is risk-free. Here's what to watch out for.
One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
Wondering how to use creative talents to pay the bills now and build for retirement later? Last week, I spoke with Texas wildflower artist Linda Calvert Jacobson about what works f
This Simple Mistake on a Credit Application May Cost You
Your income plays a big role on credit card applications. Report it wisely (and honestly!) for best results — especially if you freelance.
This Thing You Use Every Day Is Ruining Your Productivity — and It's Not Facebook
Feeling unproductive at work? Discover what the biggest time-suck is — and how to fix it.
5 Reasons to Use Your Outdoor Furniture -– Inside
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11 Loyalty Rewards Programs You Didn't Know Existed
You probably already save with your grocery store's loyalty program. Find out where else you can save (as much as 25%!) just by getting a loyalty card.
Sous Vide Is the Fancy Cooking Technique That Saves You Money, Too
The French know a thing or two about delicious, efficient cooking. Why not try sous vide in your own kitchen?
5 American Cities Where You Can Retire On Just Social Security
If Social Security is your primary post-retirement income, it may be time to move. Maybe to one of these five low-cost U.S. cities.
Stock a Natural Food Pantry for Less
Most people are under the impression that, while eating natural is better, it's also more expensive. And I'll grant that, sometimes, this is true. However, while having processed f
Money in Your Yard: How to Sell Palm Trees For Cash
Palm trees are ubiquitous in California and other states with a warm climate. Although they are beautiful trees, some homeowners find them to be a nuisance because they require rou
Are You Getting Ripped Off by One of These 8 Unnecessary Services?
The surest way to waste money is to buy products and services you don't need. If you're paying for any of these, stop!
The 5 Best First Aid Kits
Taking care of a cut or minor injury while you're out and about isn't easy, but it can be. Just get any of these first aid kits and you can care for a wound wherever you are.
Best Money Tips: Raise Money-Smart Kids
Today we found some fantastic articles on rearing money-smart kids, cultivating your X-factor, and making life insurance more affordable.
You're Blocking Your Own Success — Here's How to Stop
The emotional baggage we carry — our expectations, our pasts, our fears — weigh us down and hold us back. Learn how to move forward.
Simple Tax Strategies to Maximize Your Tax Refund
We’re nearing the thick of tax time, and I’m sure the first thing on your mind (I know it’s on mine) is “how much money am I getting back?” and “what am I going to use the money fo
8 Sneaky Ways You're Being Upsold
If you have money to spend, chances are, it's going to get spent — especially if you stumble into any of these upsell opportunities.