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One of the hardest parts of saving for your child's college expenses is calculating just what those expenses will total. Here are some ideas to get a better financial picture of th
I started writing online in 2007 at my personal blog and have not stopped since. I am very fortunate to have been selected to join Wise Bread last year and I have made a steady am
Many people have put their vacation on hold with the current economic downturn, or are searching for alternative ways to travel on the cheap. Other people yet are looking to earn s
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
Today we found articles on hidden costs that can break your travel budget, emergency preparedness tips for first-time renters, and ways to turn unwanted wedding gifts into cash.
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
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I’m addicted to how-to tips for saving money; Shave a few dollars off any of my enormous utility bills, and my heart belongs to you. Sometimes it takes more than savvy know-how to
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Today we over 60 useful things that you can get for free, ways that living aboard can boost your productivity, and tips for running faster and better.
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Where can wannabe U.S. expats improve their quality of life for less? Here are five cities that you may have never considered before.
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Today we found some great articles on ways to "beat" the stock market, saving for retirement, and prepping for guests with Dollar Store buys.
How Much Money Will You Need to Retire?
Do you really know how much money you'll need to retire? Find out by filling out this short (but comprehensive) worksheet.
iStopOver: Earn Extra Income or Travel on the Cheap, and a Special Promotion for Wise Bread Readers
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Why Do We Feel Buyer’s Remorse, Anyway?
The rush from that big, must-have purchase only lasts a short while before dreaded buyer’s remorse sets in. How come?
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in January
December leaves many of us shopped out, but that also means that January has some great deals. Find out what to buy — and what to avoid.
17 Creative Things to Do with Phone Books
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
Best Money Tips: Tips for a Better Retirement
Today we found some great articles on tips for a better retirement, easy-to-keep New Year's resolutions, and ways to avoid identity theft.
How to be the best customer
We've no shortage of "How to do good customer service" articles designed to be applied from the company's side. But what about customers?
Best Money Tips: Hidden Costs That Can Derail Your Budget Travel Plans
Today we found articles on hidden costs that can break your travel budget, emergency preparedness tips for first-time renters, and ways to turn unwanted wedding gifts into cash.
Best of Personal Finance: Solar Eclipse/Moon Landing Edition
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
11 Truths About Good Personal Finance
Many people ignore these important financial truths, costing them thousands of dollars a year. Are you one of them?
The Personal Finance Letter I'd Write to My Younger Self
If you could write a letter of personal finance advice to your younger, less money-smart self, what would you say?
Best Money Tips: Ways Families Can Save Money in February
Today we found some great articles on ways families can save in February, side hustle ideas, and smarter ways to give to charity.
5 Awesome Staycations You Should Take Before Winter Ends
Will winter never end? Beat cabin fever close to home with these inexpensive — and warming — excursion ideas.