Here are two ideas you already know: You won't achieve maximum happiness by always doing the most pleasurable thing you can think of at each moment, but neither will you find it b
When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall
Getting out of credit card debt, paying off all student loans, and paying off their mortgage in full ASAP is the #1 goal of almost every personal finance blogger on the Wise Bread
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Book review: Happier
Here are two ideas you already know: You won't achieve maximum happiness by always doing the most pleasurable thing you can think of at each moment, but neither will you find it b
The Letter Always Wins
When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall
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You don’t need to spend a fortune to show someone you care. Find something cool to give in this collection of affordable personalized gift ideas.
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Why I Didn't Pay My Mortgage Off In Full
Getting out of credit card debt, paying off all student loans, and paying off their mortgage in full ASAP is the #1 goal of almost every personal finance blogger on the Wise Bread
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The Depression was a dark time in America's history, but it did yield some incredible tips for surviving on a budget and saving money.
3 Surprising Ways to Save on Wireless Bills
Cell phone voice and data charges can climb in a hurry. Keep your cell data bill manageable by managing your plan, and your usage, more cleverly.
10 Green Gifts for the Treehugger in Your Life
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9 Dream Jobs You're Never Too Old to Pursue
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10 Smart Things to Do During Your Commute (Even If You Drive!)
Why fill your public transit commute (or drive) with mindless chatter when you can use that time to smarten up, instead?
Freelance Your Way to More Income and Flexibility
The Internet has changed so much of our lives — especially our work lives. Harness the power of the network so set yourself free.
9 Easy Ways Retirees Can Earn Extra Income
Who says the Internet gig economy is only for Millennials? Use it to help you boost your retirement income, too!
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You don't have to shell out hundreds of dollars to Mickey Mouse in order to have a great vacation.
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How long will a jar of dried beans keep? 10 Years! Learn how long your pantry items actually keep and stop wasting food.
6 Ways to Save Money on iPads, iPhones, and Macs
Want to buy a sleek Mac laptop or a cool iPad but don't want to pay full price? Fear not — there are actually ways to save money on Apple products.
How to Save Big on Everything for Your Wedding
Your wedding day should be one of the happiest days of your life. But it shouldn't have to be one of the most expensive.
The Secret to Redeeming Travel Rewards with Airline Partners
Airlines make it hard to earn and redeem miles. Learn to leverage carrier alliances to find great awards flights, for much less cost in miles (and cents).
4 Thorny Payroll Tax Issues and How to Handle Them
Small businesses face plenty of challenges, including several tough payroll tax challenges. Here's what you can do about them.
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If you're avoiding homeownership, make sure it's not for one of these not-so-great reasons.
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Martha Stewart truly knows how to make a house a home. Let the Queen of Domesticity show you the way to a happier, tidier home.