I’d like to say that I have taught my kids everything they need to know about personal finance, from the basics of banking to the complexities of investing and portfolio management
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As you continue to work a full-time job, wrangle the kids, and make your money work for you, there are some sacrifices that you are making every day and you may not even realize it
My dream home was four times my annual salary, but I knew it was an amazing property — and an even more amazing investment opportunity. I bought it, knowing full well that it would
From the first recorded income tax to the popular teenage job that's filled with tax-evaders, prepared to be shocked, awed, and informed by these income-tax facts.
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Today we found articles on smart things to do with $1,000, easy ways to extend your vegetable growing season, and something to try when you’re too anxious to sleep.
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6 Random Things I Have Taught My Kids About Money
I’d like to say that I have taught my kids everything they need to know about personal finance, from the basics of banking to the complexities of investing and portfolio management
Breathing Easy on the Financial Rollercoaster
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Best Money Tips: How Retailers Use Dynamic Pricing to Make You Pay More
Today we found helpful articles on how retailers use dynamic pricing to get you to pay more, the best flea markets across America, and elements of a healthy diet.
Calling all Artists: Be Your Own Cheerleader and Find that Room of Your Own (free)
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Next time you find yourself short on butter, oil, or other pantry-staples mid-recipe, one of these tasty swaps just might save the day.
Fuel Up Your Kids -- Frugally
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The 5 Best Food Processors
Save time (and fingers!) by delegating all your chopping, mincing, and dicing to one of these top-notch food processors.
Best Money Tips: How to Redecorate Without Spending a Dime
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Entertainment Value: Start a Frugal Club
As you continue to work a full-time job, wrangle the kids, and make your money work for you, there are some sacrifices that you are making every day and you may not even realize it
My House in Shifts: From 3 Housemates to 6.5, and Back Again
My dream home was four times my annual salary, but I knew it was an amazing property — and an even more amazing investment opportunity. I bought it, knowing full well that it would
5 Ways to Handle a Forced Early Retirement
When you're forced to exit the workforce early, it can throw a serious wrench in your retirement plans. Here's how to handle it.
Best Money Tips: 50 Small Things You Can Do to Save Money
Today we found some awesome articles on small things you can do to save money, dry cleaning dos and don'ts, and claims people make to close a deal.
8 Ways Daylight Saving Time Can Save You Money
Are you ready to spring forward with more money saved? Find out how daylight saving time can save you cash while it saves you light.
15 Surprising Facts About Income Tax
From the first recorded income tax to the popular teenage job that's filled with tax-evaders, prepared to be shocked, awed, and informed by these income-tax facts.
Financial Literacy Month Project: Setting Your Financial Goals
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How to Get Through the Airport Faster
Too often the worst part of travel is navigating the airport. Get through it quickly and easily with this collection of tips and advice.
Why Your Boss Should Let You Screw Around on the Internet
The next time your boss catches you reading Wise Bread, share a link to this post. Your "slacking" may actually add to the company's bottom line.
3 Ways Technology Can Keep You Healthy
Are you taking advantage of teleconference house calls and game-like health apps?
Best Money Tips: Smart Things to Do With $1,000
Today we found articles on smart things to do with $1,000, easy ways to extend your vegetable growing season, and something to try when you’re too anxious to sleep.