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The World's 5 Most Posh Hostels

Gone are days when Hostel meant "dank crash-pad for young travelers." Behold the Poshtel.

Want to Watch Tons of Movies for Free? Go VHS.

If you want to see (and own!) tons of movies for free, skip the Blu-Ray — VHS is (still) where it's at.

Everything You Need to Know About Cloth Diapers

Cloth diapers can help you save the environment — while also saving you tons of cash. Here's what you need to know before you go cloth.

Best Money Tips: How to Avoid Holiday Travel Stress

Today we found some great tips for the holidays! Learn how to avoid stressing out over holiday travel and spending, and gather the kids for Halloween costumes perfect for families.

Save $100 on Your Next Spa Visit by Buying Cold Medicine

We’ve been hearing a lot about how you can save money by shopping at Walgreens lately. Walgreens is again offering a unique and potentially ver

Interview with AFFIL executive director Jim Campen

Early in the subprime lending collapse, Wise Bread posted a report from Americans for Fairness in Lending explaining how the subprime lending boom hurt everyone. Since it's a

Living within your means isn't nasty

How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.

Best Money Tips: Tips for Cutting Back This Christmas

Today we found some stellar articles on cutting back this Christmas, Black Friday myths debunked, and why your career is your most important investment.

"I'M AS MAD AS HELL, AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANYMORE!"

That quote from Howard Beale (character in Network, 1976 movie) sums me up right about now. And it's probably just the straw that broke the camel's back, because it's n

Encounter With a Freegan

Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t

Common Currency: A Primer

These postings will pertain to the economy of life, which is all about personal alternatives that shape our financial world.

Best Money Tips: How to Buy a Used Rental Car

Today we found some fantastic articles on buying a used rental car, learning to ski or snowboard for less, and saving on health insurance.

Know a homeless veteran who needs a job? Call Bill O'Reilly.

Last night, quite by accident, I found myself listening to Bill O'Reilly's "The Radio Factor." This is not a habit of mine, I left work late and don't usually

8 Financial Lessons From Adele

When you're the world's most popular songstress, you spend pretty much whatever, right? Not if you're a frugalista like Adele.

Instructables for the Extreme Cheap Lifestyle

Are you a super cheapskate with an affinity for making everything yourself? Here are some Instructables that will tickle your fancy! Learn to furnish your home, gather food, and

When Location Isn't King: How to Choose Income Rental Property

They say location is key when you're buying a home — but what about when investing in a rental property? Don't get stuck in the red!

Papa Murphy’s update: nice save.

As some of you are aware, I experienced the wait of all waits at Papa Murphy’s recently. Over one hour for a phone order, which left me fuming (partly at my own politeness for not

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Foreign exchange class action settlement

Did you travel overseas between 1996 and 2006? Or, did you charge anything on a credit or debit card in a foreign currency? If so, be sure to claim your share of a class action s

Best Money Tips: Keep Good Food From Going Bad

Today we found some awesome articles on keeping good food from going bad, getting free stuff, and easy ways to make extra money.