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FINANCIAL IQ TEST: How Healthy is your Debt Management?
Are you on top of your debt – both logistically and emotionally? Do you maximize value while minimizing interest rates? Do you know what the different types of loans are, and how t
16 Ways to Use Up Leftover Champagne
Don't pour last night's leftover champagne down the drain! Save it to use as a key ingredient in cocktails, desserts, soups, hair care, and more.
24 Little Things You Can Do Faster
If a stitch in time saves nine, then what are you waiting for? These 24 little time-savers could add up to hours of free time!
5 Unusual Ways to Open a Bottle of Beer (Without a Bottle Opener!)
What to do when you have a six pack and a thirsty crew — but no bottle opener? Improvise with these five cool tricks!
Women Pay More for Health Care — Here's How to Pay Less
Many factors can spike your health care costs through the roof. Including being a woman.
12 Ways to Make a Tiny Apartment Awesome
Make life in a tiny space seem elegant rather than cramped with a few simple decorating and design tricks.
Do You Know How Dirty Your Money Is?
You use money often, but have you ever considered what kinds of nasty bacteria are living on its surface? The answer is not for the squeamish.
Save Money by Making Your Own Mustard?
Welcome to my third and final installment about making your own condiments. I have now experimented with mayonnaise, ketchup, and finally, mustard.
Airline Credit Card or Flexible Rewards Card: What's the Best Way to Earn a Free Flight?
You can take to the skies for free with an airline credit card or a flexible rewards card. Which is right for you?
The 5 Best Ways to Spend the First 10 Minutes of Your Workday
If you don't do morning right, chances are the rest of the day is shot, too. Set aside 10 minutes early to set the stage for a productive day.
5 Tricks to Consolidating Your Debt and Saving Money
Debt consolidation can reduce the interest you pay and get you back in black sooner. Consider these five strategies.
Who Really Owns Your Digital Assets?
In the modern era, assets are not always tangible things. What do you do with your digital goods when you pass on?
Secrets to Finding and Winning Facebook Promotional Giveaways
Find out how to find Facebook giveaways to enter and win. Keep your privacy, too!
The Top 5 Index Funds to Own Now
Exchange Traded Funds may be the new hotness, but a diversified portfolio should make room for high growth index funds, too. Consider these five.
Why Saving Money Is Harder Today
Feel the squeeze? Saving money today is harder than ever. These skyrocketing expenses are the reason why.
4 Overseas Wedding Destinations Anyone Can Afford
Thinking of having a destination wedding but are worried about the price tag? These overseas destinations will fit anyone's budget.
100 Ways to Save Money in College
Heading off to college this fall? We've got 100 tips to help students save money.
Wise Bread on Marketplace: A Frugal Valentine's Day
Celebrate Valentine's Day frugally — our Editor's segment on American Public Media's Marketplace Money tells you how (even if it's at the last minute).
5 Money Matters That Won't Affect Your Credit Score
Your credit score takes into account everything about your finances, right? No, and you might be surprised at what isn't included.
Are You Getting Charged by a Text Message Scam?
One writer shares her story about being charged for a cellphone text message service she never signed up for — and how you can avoid the same scam.