Most people think saving money has to be fun and exciting in order to work. Not so. I took The Boring Challenge and saved over $2,000. How much money will you save?
In my last article I gave several reasons as to why you need a plain text resume to apply for jobs online. This post is a short guide to preparing your resume in plain text.
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I ended my worries over where our beef comes from by investing in a quarter cow and a chest freezer. I considered the cost of the freezer as the cost of having the hormone-free, no
A few month ago, my husband received an unsolicited Visa Debit Card from NetSpend and I wrote about it here on Wise Bread. What I found interesting was that several commenters defe
On a regular basis, I review, update and fine-tune my list of 25 Frugal Habits. Home-made spa treatments and a cable-free home are a few of my top money-saving habits. Recycling, e
Your home is your haven, the place you and your family seek refuge from the outside world. Make it safer by eliminating these hidden household dangers.
Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t
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Save Money: Take the Boring Challenge
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How to Prepare a Plain Text Resume
In my last article I gave several reasons as to why you need a plain text resume to apply for jobs online. This post is a short guide to preparing your resume in plain text.
Best Money Tips: Tailgating for Newbies
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Should the First Time Homebuyers Tax Credit be Expanded and Extended?
The $8000 first time homebuyer's tax credit is set to expire on November 30th. This means that those who want to take advantage of this refundable credit have only a couple months
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Save Enough on Meat to Buy a Chest Freezer
I ended my worries over where our beef comes from by investing in a quarter cow and a chest freezer. I considered the cost of the freezer as the cost of having the hormone-free, no
Best Money Tips: Start Earning More Money Today
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Millennial Millionaires: How the Brokest Generation Can Also Become the Richest
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Is a Prepaid Debit Card Really Cheaper and Better than a Bank Debit Card?
A few month ago, my husband received an unsolicited Visa Debit Card from NetSpend and I wrote about it here on Wise Bread. What I found interesting was that several commenters defe
This Is How You Downsize Your Home and Start Living a Better Life
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10 Travel Destinations for People Who Hate Crowds
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25 Frugal Things I Do, 4 Spendthrift Confessions
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10 Surprisingly Dangerous Things You Have in Your Home
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Financial Fire Drills: Highlights from Our Chat With Donna Freedman
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Are Americans Experiencing Frugality Fatigue?
Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t
9 Techniques That Can Help You Conquer Any Fear
Fear is nothing to be afraid of. Learn to work through your fears — and reach your goals.
9 Careers You Don't Need a Ton of Experience to Start
Want a career that offers a living wage, but doesn't require a bunch of experience or education? You may find the perfect job in this list.