A four-year college degree can be one of the most expensive purchases in a person’s lifetime. In fact, many hard-working professionals continue to pay for their college education l
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One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
Many families make a sacrifice by having one parent stay at home to raise their children. If the stay-at-home parent remains at home and unemployed for the majority of his or her
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
My tween son went to a Lego camp this summer so that he could learn robotics, something I wasn’t sure I could teach him since his technical skills typically surpass mine. My initia
No toolbox is complete without a handy electric drill for all your home improvement needs. Check out our five top picks to find the one that's best for you.
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6 Ways to Pay Less Money For A College Degree
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Save Money on Appliances at any Time of Year
You may be looking into buying a replacement for that old fridge or dishwasher, but take a minute to run through these tips.
8 "Free" Things That Aren't
They say there is no such thing as a free lunch. For these other so-called freebies, "free" might actually cost you a pretty penny.
How Wisebread helped me get 45mpg out of my 28mpg car.
There have been several great articles written by my fellow Wisebread writers on gas efficient driving , slowing down and hypermiling . I think the sign of a good blog is that we
Can a Capsule Wardrobe Actually Save You Money?
Declutter your closet KonMari-style and then crunch the numbers. A capsule wardrobe can work if you plan carefully.
Maximize the Value of Your Airline Miles and Points
Should you pay with points or pay with cash? Learn how to apply the Two Cent Rule and maximize the value of your travel rewards.
Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
8 Financial To-Do's for College Freshmen
Don't make college more expensive than it already is with bad financial habits. Learn these fundamental money lessons before you head off to class.
Invest some of this cheap energy
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
9 Financial Moves You Will Always Regret
Life is best lived with no regrets. But if you make these money moves, you’re sure to have a few.
Retirement for Stay-at-Home Parents
Many families make a sacrifice by having one parent stay at home to raise their children. If the stay-at-home parent remains at home and unemployed for the majority of his or her
The Only 8 Rules of Investing You Need to Know
Investing seems so risky — and complicated. It really isn't, though, if you stick to the basics.
How Much Would It Cost to Actually Live Like a Queen for a Day?
You'd need awfully deep pockets to lead a lifestyle fit for a queen.
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
Summer Camp as a Side Business
My tween son went to a Lego camp this summer so that he could learn robotics, something I wasn’t sure I could teach him since his technical skills typically surpass mine. My initia
25 Easy 5-Ingredient Recipes That Save Time and Money
You don't need a lot of fancy ingredients to put a flavorful meal on the table. Make dinner easy with short grocery lists and basic preparations.
23 Frugal Living Resolutions Anyone Can Master
As the Champagne pops and the confetti flies, why not make some resolutions you can really keep this year?
The 5 Best Electric Drills
No toolbox is complete without a handy electric drill for all your home improvement needs. Check out our five top picks to find the one that's best for you.
Black Friday Deals: A Sneak Peek
Look for a sneak peek at some hot Black Friday Deals? Several stores have already released their discount lists. We’ve got the round-up right here.
10 Foods With the Most Bang for Your Buck
It's easy to buy a lot of calories for little (just eat junk food). Guess what? It's also easy to buy a lot of nutrition for a little money.