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The Only 4 Things You Need to Do to Start Investing

Investing sounds so complicated — and risky. This simple plan removes the complexity and helps you understand and tolerate the risks.

Best Money Tips: It's Worth Splurging on These 5 Things

Today we found articles on things that are worth paying extra for, amazing travel destinations that are surprisingly affordable, and signs that you’re burning out.

10 Tips to Save You from an ATM Skimmer

If you don’t yet know the term “skimmer,” put it in your vocabulary. Here are ways to avoid ATM skimmers.

14 of the Best Free Things to Do Abroad

Finding just one amazing free activity in a foreign city can go a long way to putting your mind at rest that you’re not over-spending.

Book Review: Confronting Collapse

We hardly talk about collapse here. Wise Bread is all about living large, while collapse mitigation is usually about living small. But that doesn't mean that there aren't things

My 2016 Budget Challenge: Three Lessons About Saving One Husband Learned in a Year

Max's Mr. Spendypants has learned his own share of frugal living lessons during Max's savings challenge year.

Your Job as a Personal Finance Literature Reader

I wish I could tell you exactly what to do, but whether saving a few bucks is worth your time is well, a question only you can answer. It's your job. Do it well.

Best Money Tips: Free Things You Can Do This Summer

Today we found some awesome articles on free things you can do this summer, saving money at home, and managing your fear of money.

6 Ways Angie’s List Saves You Money

Right now you can get an Angie's List membership for as low as $4.79/year. But first you probably want to know if it's worth the cost.

The 5 Best Pet Nail Clippers

Keeping your pet's nails short isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these pet nail clippers, and your pet's nails will stay trim and clean.

6 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Mold on Common Household Items

Yuck mold — and it's everywhere! Get rid of it while keeping your stuff with some easy cleaning tricks.

Best Money Tips: Free Ways to Teach Kids about Music

Today, we tell you how to stay within budget when teaching your child about music, why eggplant makes a killer pizza, and what you should be tipping your doorman.

Leadership by Listening

Are you a good listener? Listeners can be great leaders because they have volumes of field intelligence that no one else has bothered to notice.

Why You Can Accomplish Even Your Wildest Dreams

You are born knowing nothing but you learn everything. It's not your talent, but your persistence that will help you achieve the impossible.

Best Money Tips: What to Do If an Airline Loses Your Luggage

Today we found articles what to do if an airline loses your luggage, ways to save money on your pets, and hacks to help you get the most out of an Amazon Prime membership.

25,000 Reasons to Pamper Your Credit

Would you take good care of your credit score if you knew someday it could save you $25,000?

4 Places to Start Your Debt Management Crusade

Taking control of debt is essential to preventing it from getting out of hand. Here are some tips to get you started with a debt management plan.

Share Your Best Purchase Stories & Win $33,000 in Prizes

Win a trip for 6 to Napa Valley for a 5-day getaway, including travel, accommodations, gourmet meals, spa treatments, a hot-air balloon ride, limo tour, and a bunch of computers!

Portfolio Ailing? Take a Peek at Asian Markets.

If you haven't been paying attention to Asian stock markets, you could be missing out on a vital tool for making money.

How to Avoid Getting Fleeced at Hotels

Maximize the comfort and value of your next hotel stay by avoiding these hidden charges, surprise fees, and other value-sucking vampires.