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Welcome Janet Al-Saad, Wise Bread's New Senior Editor

Wise Bread is growing, and we're expanding our team to help bring our message of financial wisdom to an even larger audience. Help us welcome our new Senior Editor, Janet Al-Saad.

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Best Money Tips: Save Money When Buying Things You Need

Today we found some awesome articles on how to save money when buying things you need, decorating a small apartment on a dime, and when to teach kids about money.

6 Ways to Tell If a Credit Card Offer Is a Good One

That credit card offer looks awfully attractive. But is it really a good one? Time to read the fine print.

Sweet and Salty Snacks You Can Make at Home

Sweet-and-salty snacks can satisfy two mighty cravings at once. Make your own quickly and cheaply with these delicious recipes.

6 Things You Need to Know Before Buying Waterfront Property

If a stunning waterfront view is part of your dream home, you have a few key questions to answer before buying.

5 Office Habits to Keep When Working From Home

Bring your office routine home with you to keep the work in working from home.

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3 Costs Even the Lean Can Cut

You cut costs and weathered the recession. With the threat of a double-dip recession looming, you may have to find more to cut. Here are three places to look.

10 Gift Ideas That Cost Almost Nothing

We all love to give gifts, but sometimes tight budgets make it difficult. Use these ideas to give thoughtful gifts without spending much — or any — money.

Best Money Tips: Get Rid of Unwanted Gifts

Today we found some awesome articles on getting rid of unwanted gifts, New Year's Eve party ideas, and signs you may want to quit your job.

6 Easy Ways to Improve Your Online Reputation

Go ahead, Google yourself. Whether you like the results or don't, you have to take steps to protect your online rep.

How To Identify And Eliminate Waste In Your Budget

When the going gets tough, the tough tighten their belts. Here's how to tighten yours.

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The Entrepreneur’s Dilemma: For Love or Money?

What to do when following your passion doesn't bring home the bacon.

Best Money Tips: Cheap Ways to Feed a Family of Four

Today we found some great articles on cheap ways to feed a family of 4, moving up the corporate ladder, and reasons to use your credit card.

Make an Extra $200 a Year Just By Doing This Online

Internet search is a tough business and one Google competitor is willing to pay you to use its search engine instead. Do you Bing?

Sayulita, baby!

The products of a frugal honeymoon, or proof that frugality doesn't have to be boring... [more]

What Happens to Your Store Credit Card When the Store Closes?

The retailer behind your store-branded credit card just went kaput. What happens to your plastic — and your debt — now?