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School clothes, school supplies, sign-up fees and more: the cost of education, whether public or private, seems to go up every year. As long as it's for your son or daughter's educ
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Whether you've never decorated for the holidays before or just want a fresh look, here's how to do it quickly, without spending a ton of cash or losing your mind.
If you made less than a certain amount last year, you can file for free, even with popular tax-prep software. You have lots of other free options, too — use them!
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Foreign exchange class action settlement
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Personal finance blogger Jaime Tardy shares how she eliminated more than $70k of debt and then set her financial sights even higher.
Ten Great Charities that Deserve Your Dollars This Year
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Traveling can get expensive very quickly. Return home with a bank account that isn't completely empty with these money-saving tips.
Thirteen Minutes to a Lower Cable Bill
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Everything You Need to Know About Unemployment Insurance
Unemployment remains high, even years after the Great Recession. If the worst happens with your job, here's how to get help.
This Is How You Get a New Job This Year
We've published a lot of job search advice at Wise Bread — this best of the best round-up can help anyone find a new job, today!
When Interest Rates Head Up
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Last-Minute, Stress-Free Holiday Decorating
Whether you've never decorated for the holidays before or just want a fresh look, here's how to do it quickly, without spending a ton of cash or losing your mind.
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How to Make Your Own Popcorn
From butter-drenched microwaved kernels to old-fashioned stovetop kettle corn, here's how to make your own popped snack at home.
11 Genius Storage Solutions for Your Kid's Room
Kids' stuff can clutter up your home fast. Keep it under control (at least for a while!) with some clever and frugal storage solutions.
10 Indulgent Desserts That Are Actually Good for You
Oh, go ahead! These after dinner treats will satisfy your sweet tooth and do your body some good. Yum!
8 Ways to File Your Taxes for Free
If you made less than a certain amount last year, you can file for free, even with popular tax-prep software. You have lots of other free options, too — use them!