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Being Healthy Can Have Big Cash Rewards

I recently became a member of my wife’s gym. I had always hesitated, being a frugal person I preferred to work out at home with a few weights and some exercise DVDs. But, when I di

Easy Budgeting for People Who Hate Math

Face it, we aren't all math mavens. But even if numbers make your head spin, you can still budget like a pro.

Don't Go to College to Learn

There are good reasons to go to college. And, if you do go to college, you will no doubt learn a lot. But you can learn anywhere — and probably learn more, better, and fast

My 2016 Budget Challenge: Where to Find Cheap Training for a New Career

Max is feeling the crunch. With $21K still left to go, will she hit her budget goals and find a new job by December? Stay tuned!

Disney Offers Free Theme Park Passes for Volunteering in 2010

Starting in 2010, the Give a Day, Get a Disney Day program will be giving out free tickets to Disneyland or Disney World for those in the United States and Puerto Rico who voluntee

Ask the Readers: Trash or Cash? (Chance to Win $20!)

When you find something unusable, broken, or dirty, what do you do? Do you toss it? Give it to a thrift store? Recycle it? Would earning money for your troubles (and your trash)

Best Money Tips: What You Need to Know About Social Security

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we tell you just about everything you need to know about Social Security, how to eat well on a poor man's budget, and wha

6 Money Lessons We Can Learn From "Gilmore Girls"

Rory and Lorelai have taught us so much about love, family, and...money? Yep, money, too.

5 Great Retail Jobs for Working Parents

Looking to make some extra holiday cash? These retail jobs offer decent perks for folks with families.

Best Money Tips: Make Your Own Girl Scout Cookies

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we tell you the secrets to making your own Girl Scout Cookies, how to color your hair at home, and who has the most expen

Buy. Sell. Make a Profit. Thanks Office Depot.

I've finally found a store that, regular as clockwork, puts great items on sale. And when I say sale, I don't mean 20% off, or even 50% off. I'm talking about 75%-90% off. The

7 Frugal Ways to Protect Your Home During the Holidays

Don't leave town on your holiday vacation until you've taken these steps to safeguard your home! Nobody wants "Home Alone" to become real life.

Best Money Tips: Easy Ways to Make Money While You Exercise

Today we found articles on easy ways to make money while exercising, unique side hustles to try, and tips to make the most of your used gadgets.

10 Fun Books That Will Get Your Kids Excited About Money

Kids don't need to wait until adulthood to get excited about money. Give them these books to read and the money fun will start early.

6 Ways Digital Nomads Can Save for Retirement

Digital nomads and perpetual travelers can use these simple tricks to save money for retirement — whatever their current address.

4 Reasons People Don't Retire Early — and How You Can

Tired of the daily grind? Early retirement may be within reach if you can get past four financial and mental roadblocks.

3 Proven Ways to Save Real Money at Garage Sales

Get great deals on your next garage sale purchase with these 3 proven tips!

6 Signs You're Not Frugal — You're Cheap!

Believe it or not, there's such a thing as being too frugal. It's called "being a cheapskate."

6 Reasons You Need to Include Pets in Your Will

When drawing up your will, don't forget to include your four-legged family members! They need you, even when you're gone.

The ABC’s of DIY Moving

You can tame the high cost of relocation and still keep your sanity. Learn the eight tips for a successful low-budget move.