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Using WordPress for Blogging and More

This article provides some instructions for anyone who would like to set up a basic website for themselves, but who does not have much experience with HTML, CSS, PHP, etc. Much to the chagrin [more]

What was your best purchase in the past year?

This week, Wise Bread writers share our favorite purchases from the past year. Being frugal isn't just about saving money--it's about spending wisely. Shopping isn't a sin, and fru

Voluntary simplicity as hedonism

When people talk about voluntary simplicity (or living a frugal lifestyle under any of its many names), they often do so in terms of deprivation. The descriptions are all about doing without stuff. To me, that's completely wrong. [more]

What Do The Concierge Services From Credit Cards Really Provide?

Does your credit card offer concierge services? Here's a breakdown of what that really means.

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Best Money Tips: September Deals for Families

Today we found some great articles on the best deals for families this September, frugal Halloween projects, and willpower tips to help you achieve anything.

Choosing Life Insurance: Term or Permanent?

What is better: buying life insurance at a low price that lasts for a certain term (typically, the income-generating part of the insured’s life) or purchasing a whole life policy f

Rebuilding Credit: Military Personnel Should Consider the USAA Classic American Express Credit Card

The USAA Classic American Express offers military members an easy way to rebuild their credit while also providing them with special benefits and rebates.

Tax Deductions to Start Thinking About Now

Tax deductions can save you a lot, but who wants to worry about them during the holidays? Here's what to do now to prepare for the end of the year.

Good Debt, Bad Debt

Whether debt is good or bad depends on how you spend the money. From best to worst, here are the four categories of debt that one writer uses.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money With Social Media

Today we found ways to use social media to save money, how to set up your own haunted house, and tips to simplify time management.

Winter Is Coming: Make These 6 Money Moves Now

The leaves may be falling, but your finances should be on the rise. Tackle these fall money must-dos before winter settles in.

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You're a Chump if you Pay Full Price for That

Couponing and bargain shopping are not for everyone. It takes some time to clip the coupons, organize them, and keep track of sales at all of your favorite stores. But since I'

Prioritizing Savings During the Holidays: Highlights from Our Chat With EARN and SaverLife

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with EARN and SaverLife on prioritizing savings during the holidays!

Why “PayDay” Loans from Uncle Sam Just Aren’t Worth It

Many of you may remember my recent admission to being a former p

The Quiet Millionaire: Part 7 - Give Me Investment Gains, Hold The Losses

“Win by not losing” or rather win by minimizing losses during market downturns is the ticket to being an investment champion according to The Quiet Millionaire author and Certified

8 Things You Should Always Buy Used

Sure, who doesn't love that new car smell? But for cars and these other seven things, you'll save mega bucks buying used.

Teaching Children to Save: Highlights from Our Chat With American Bankers Association

Don't miss the highlights from our chat with American Bankers Association on teaching children to save!

6 Ways Sloth Is Keeping You Poor

There's a lot more to sloth than plain laziness — and a lot more ways it's costing you money.