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Why Savings Account Interest Rates Are So Low

Five or six years ago it was easy to find a savings account that paid 4% or 5%. Today, 1% or less is the norm. What happened?

The Basics of CD Laddering

To get the most out of your long-term savings, set up a CD ladder to earn the most attractive rates without tying up your money for years and years.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Holiday Travel?

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What if energy costs keep rising?

Recession or not, I think the medium-term trend in energy costs is up.  Just in case I'm right, you ought to have plan for that.

Marketing, Life Insurance, and Behavioral Psychology

Many of us avoid thinking about life insurance because, well, it's kind of creepy. But it's also incredibly important. Learn why.

Ask the Readers: What Is Your Dream Retirement?

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9 Restaurant Dishes You Can Make at Home

Dining out is delicious and easy, but it isn't always good for the budget. To trim the cost, learn how to make to make your restaurant favorites at home.

How Wisebread helped me get 45mpg out of my 28mpg car.

There have been several great articles written by my fellow Wisebread writers on gas efficient driving , slowing down and hypermiling . I think the sign of a good blog is that we

2 Investing Concepts Everyone Should Know

Successful investors know how to get the most from compound interest and make sure they have the right asset allocation. Here's why these two investing concepts are so important.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Spend More Now to Save More Later

Today we found articles on ways to spend now to save more later, effective ways to use your fitness data, and fun activities for energetic families.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Save During the Holidays?

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The 5 Best Electric Griddles

Who doesn't love the smell of bacon first thing in the morning? With any of these electric griddles, you can make every meal the best meal ever.

250 Miles With Sarge: Lessons On Loyalty, Perseverance, And More

A guy who calls himself “Sarge” and I, accompanied by 9 fellow cyclists and a support crew, spent about 17 hours riding 250 miles to the beach in 3 days, just last week. Sharing th

How to Evaluate a Neighborhood Before You Buy

When you move into a new place, you're moving into a new neighborhood, too. Discover how to find out if it's right for you before you buy or rent.

Best Money Tips: How to Set Smart Money Goals

Today we found helpful articles on how to set smart money goals, the secrets of productive people, and things you can learn today to build confidence.

Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Summer Travel?

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Imagine Whirled Peas… In Your Face!

A recent study has found a link between bumper stickers and road rage.

There's a Lot to Like About Frugal Living

Why go frugal? Saving money is just the start.

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