The usual rule of thumb is 3 to 6 months' income. Of course that's silly--the size of your emergency fund needs to be based on your spending, not your income. But even 3
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From soups to sauces, using frugal chicken stock is a great way to pump up the flavor in a variety of dishes. Check out these delicious and surprising recipes.
I was trawling the Internet recently searching for a way to remove a grease spot from a favorite shirt of mine. How it got there, well, I blame a faulty fork and not my clumsy mout
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Figuring the Size of Your Emergency Fund
The usual rule of thumb is 3 to 6 months' income. Of course that's silly--the size of your emergency fund needs to be based on your spending, not your income. But even 3
The 11 Best Parking Apps for Your City
"Parking in the big city is easy," said no one ever. Let these apps find you an affordable spot in no time.
The Meaning of Milk Label Colors
Can you tell the difference between 1% and skim milk based on the color of the cap? It depends on where you shop.
12 Garage Sale Items That Sell Like Hotcakes
You've finally decluttered your house. Feature these items prominently in your ads and your sale to draw the crowds — and the cash.
BillShrink Giving Away $2,500 to Wise Bread Readers
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7 Best Websites for Last-Minute Airfare Deals
Planning a last-minute trip doesn't mean your flight should drain your bank account. Here's where to find great airfare deals, fast.
11 Open House Etiquette Rules Everyone Should Follow
You may be excited about finding your dream home, but you still need to mind your manners at an open house.
12 Lessons in Manners From Around the World
Don't tip in Tokyo and don't bring wine to a dinner party in Paris. Follow these and 10 other tips in etiquette to stay classy wherever you are.
The 5 Best Long Lasting AA Batteries
Are those batteries dead again? Replace them with one of these long-lasting options.
25 Tasty Ways to Use Chicken Stock
From soups to sauces, using frugal chicken stock is a great way to pump up the flavor in a variety of dishes. Check out these delicious and surprising recipes.
5 Bodily Fluids You Can Exchange for Cash
If you're fit and healthy and don't mind some hassle and probing questions, you can earn extra income selling little vials of medical grade you.
40 Most Useful Travel Websites That Can Save You a Fortune
Traveling doesn't have to break the bank. Get discounts and the insider scoop with these great resources.
netSpend: The Story of the Visa Debit Card We Did Not Apply For
This is my story of shock, anger, and finally disgust at the practices of netSpend.
10 Homemade Liqueurs to Bottle for Tasty Gifts
Homemade liqueurs and infused alcohols are easy to make and are always welcome gifts around the holidays. Here are 10 great ones you have to try.
Quickly Remove Scratches From CDs and DVDs
Here are the results of my exploration to remove scratches from my CDs and DVDs, complete with my own experience with each remedy.
5 Jobs Proven to Make You Live Longer
Every job has its pros and cons. Choose one of these five careers and the stats say you will extend your life — by years.
10 Surprising Benefits Of: A 10 Minute Walk
Got 15 minutes to spare? Spend five minutes reading this, and then take a walk to clear your mind and get these nine other health benefits.
18 Cool Jobs for Fashion Lovers
Put your killer fashion sense to work and get a gig in the fashion world.
12 Things You Should Do in the First Six Months of a New Job
Got a new job? Great! Here's your game plan for the next six months.
51 Uses for Coca-Cola – the Ultimate List
I was trawling the Internet recently searching for a way to remove a grease spot from a favorite shirt of mine. How it got there, well, I blame a faulty fork and not my clumsy mout