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Things I Wish I Knew Before I Bought My Second House

You might think that once you've bought one house, you're a pro. But being a second-time homebuyer can come with some unexpected surprises.

The good life on less energy--even in the US

Whenever I write a post about energy, I point out that we know it's possible to have a high standard of living while using less energy--people in European countries do, so it must

The Basics of Asset Allocation

Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.

9 Signs You Need to Fire Your Financial Planner

A good financial planner will guide you, step by step, through all your money goals. A bad one should be kicked to the curb.

9 Cheap Ways to Increase Your Knowledge and Earning Potential

A great way to increase your earning potential is through continuing education. These online tools will get you there.

Ask the Readers: Where Do You Shop For Household Goods?

Tell us where you shop for household goods and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!

20 Free (or Really Cheap) Ways to Relieve Stress

The kids, the spouse, the boss, the car, the job, the news — the stress! Take the edge off and be the better you with these frugal ways to chill.

Old calendars never really go out of date.

This little fact was big news to me. I was casually flicking through a magazine at work when something caught my eye; it was buried in the bottom corner of one page and stated that

4 “Secret” Ingredients for More Delicious Dishes

Check out these four uniquely affordable ingredients that can covertly jazz up your dishes for mere pennies!

10 Great Reasons to Drink Beer

One or two reasons to drink beer are generally enough. Here are eight or nine more to remind you that beer is good (in moderation).

Europe on the Cheap: Take the Train

When it comes to traveling through Europe, there's a lot to be said for taking the train. With just a little planning, you can see five or six countries in just a week — and for a

6 Money Lessons We Could All Learn From Dwayne "The Rock" Johnson

You can't switch on the TV or click open a web browser without running into The Rock. Find out how much that visibility is worth -- and what you can learn from it.

This Might Be the Best Travel Rewards Program (No Matter What Airline You Fly)

You will not believe how quickly you can rack up travel rewards with Chase Ultimate Rewards.

How to Budget and Track Expenses for Your Next Vacation

Budget Your Trip is a free online tool that puts some science into estimating, budgeting, and tracking your expenses for your next vacation.

Who Should Face the Music When the Banks Fail?

Should everyday folks bear the brunt when banks fail, or should the bankers themselves be held responsible?

5 Expenses to Ditch After Age 30

Thirty is just a number, but there are several types of expenses that we should probably ditch upon hitting the Big 3-0.

Guacamole, Wine, and 23 Other Surprisingly Refreshing Popsicle Recipes

Why settle for a fudgsicle when you can have a Sriracha-fudgsicle? Try that and a bunch more fun summertime popsicles.

The One Tool That Assures You Never Pay Too Much for Groceries

Don't just guess that an advertised price is a deal — track prices on frequent purchases over time so you know when a deal really is a deal.

Brad's Deals Giveaway (Chance to Win A $25 Amazon.com Gift Certificate)

Brad's Deals features promotions, discounts and coupons galore. Their philosophy matches Wise Bread's; you can live well without spending a fortune! Wise Bread readers have

18 Ways Being Too Nice Is Hurting Your Wallet

You will certainly catch more flies with honey, but you won't necessarily have more money.