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Sweeping 101: What the Real Winners Know

Hi, my name is Linsey, and Iâ€™m a sweeper. [more]

17 Classic Desserts We All Miss

Bring a little air of nostalgia to your next potluck with one of these classically delicious desserts.

Best Money Tips: 100+ Ways to Make $100 Fast

Today we found over 100 ways to make $100 fast, ways to use up leftover Halloween candy, and how to have fun and save money in November.

Are You Stealing From Your Photographer?

We've removed this article from our archives. We have great respect for photographers and their work. We do not endorse reprinting copyrighted photographs even for personal u

Best Money Tips: When Are eBay and Craigslist Worth It?

Today we found some stellar articles on when eBay and Craigslist are worth it, things you never thought you could DIY, and saving money in your home office.

Free Preview of Refund Cents Website – Extended for Wise Bread Readers ONLY!

Sadly, several of you have let me know that you missed the brief window to try out Refund Cents. We have gotten permission to offer an exclusive new preview to our readers, good u

The Best Halloween Costumes Are Homemade

If you have a few hours to spare, you can pull together homemade Halloween costumes with super simple materials.

How to Tell If a Car Service Plan Is Worth It

When the finance writer offers you all those car deal add-ons, "No" is usually the right answer. Here's one you might say "Yes" to.

8 Common Weekend Money Traps (And How to Avoid Them)

Woo hoo, it's the weekend! Don't let a couple days away from the grind tear a hole in your pocketbook.

Thirteen Minutes to a Lower Cable Bill

As with many overpriced services, getting a better deal on pay-TV isn't hard. Just call armed with better competitive offers and threaten to leave. I did it on-camera in this story

5 Cheap, Amazing, and Undiscovered Vacation Destinations

These five international destinations aren't overrun by tourists — yet. Get there soon, before everyone else does and the bargains leave, too.

Exchange Traded Funds: The Low-Fee Investment Option You Don't Know About

Wait! Exchange Traded Funds are lot more exciting and interesting than you might think. Read on to find out why!

Christmas Shopping With Fake Money: Time to Get Started

Last year when I shared my techniques for holiday shopping with "fake money," many of you wanted to try it. Well...let's get going! Here are some new ideas for generating fake mone

8 Little Ways to Become More Present (and Love Your Life More)

In our go-go-go world, it's hard to step aside and catch a breath. Try these simple activities to refocus on both you and the world around you.

3 Invisible Savings Tips That Work

Discover savings methods so easy, they practically seem invisible.

5 Ways Everyone Can Make More Money

Sure, you want to make more money...but are you willing to do what it takes?

12 Surprising Things You Didn't Know You Should Be Negotiating

If you aren't asking, you aren't getting. Start asking for deals on these purchases big and small and save!

How to Evaluate a Travel Program for the Best Rewards Redemption

Not all credit card travel rewards are created equal. Learn how to find the perfect card to make your vacation dreams a reality.

Flashback Friday: 52 Things You Need to Know About Hosting on Airbnb

Wanna make some extra cash and host your place on Airbnb? Here's how to do it right.

8 Electrical Blackout Essentials Every Home Needs

Sooner or later, you are going to suffer a blackout. Get stocked up now, and you'll be ready when the inevitable happens.