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I have a theory about sleep. My theory is this: everyone who routinely uses an alarm clock suffers from chronic sleep deprivation. Using an alarm clock a few times a year (to c
Today we found 70 essential money skills everyone should know, what to look for in your side hustle business, and personal finance principles for a richer life.
Have you seen homes in your neighborhood sell for unreasonable prices and quickly end up in foreclosure? If this is a common occurence then perhaps there is a ring of thieves commi
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Can Black Google Save You Energy?
An Australian company, Heap, has come up with a search engine that could Save 750 Megawatt-hours a Year. How will they do it? They've turned Google black. From what I've read, ther
Best Money Tips: Take Advantage of Back to School Sales
Today we found some great articles on ways to take advantage of back to school sales, automating your budget, and habits of the wealthy.
8 Times You Should Demand a Discount
Whether it's a dented floor model dishwasher, or you're paying in cash… know that you can — and should — demand a discount.
Rolling Stone article on ethanol
In my recent post Plan for expensive fuel, I mentioned sustainable fuels in a somewhat dismissive fashion. [more]
Best Money Tips: How to Save Hundreds on Groceries
Today we found some great articles on tips to save hundreds on groceries, how your friends are keeping you broke, and the secret to cooking the perfect steak.
Buy Baby Bunting... But don't pay full price!
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It's A Small (And Changing) World After All
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Should George W. Bush write for Wisebread?
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On Problems and Opportunities
People who say, "It's not a problem; it's an opportunity" might be jerks. But they might also have a good point.
Hobo Living Made Easy
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Where Are my Photos? Picturebug Goes out of Business
Today I received a notice that Picturebug is going out of business.
Don't Let Your Bank Pick Your Homeowner's Insurance
If you let your home insurance lapse, your bank can force you to pay insurance that can cost 5 to 10 times as much. Learn how to avoid this predicament.
7 Essential Truths for a Successful Retirement
Retirement planning can seem overwhelming, but don't let that overrule common sense. Instead, follow these seven essentials for a successful future.
Fixing the foreclosure crisis
Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive
Get enough sleep
I have a theory about sleep. My theory is this: everyone who routinely uses an alarm clock suffers from chronic sleep deprivation. Using an alarm clock a few times a year (to c
Best Money Tips: Make the Most of Your Holiday Shopping
Today we found some fantastic articles on making the most of your holiday shopping, how to make your gift cards count for more, and using up your FSA!
Best Money Tips: 70 Money Skills Everyone Should Know
Today we found 70 essential money skills everyone should know, what to look for in your side hustle business, and personal finance principles for a richer life.
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How the Banks Were Fleeced -- A Primer to Mortgage Fraud
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How to Pay Down $100 Worth of Debt This Week
With some creativity and effort, you can boost your bottom line quickly to pay down a small debt or save something extra.