Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
Are you tired of reading the same frugality suggestions? I'm talking about the repeated exhortations to eat out less, turn off your cable, and stop buying expensive coffee dri
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If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
I thought I knew the answer to that. Admittedly, I’ve only been driving for seven years and rarely park in downtown Denver, where most of our parking meters are located. But I had
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Since airlines started charging for checked bags the cost of travel continues to increase. However, the traveling public can minimize baggage fees with these tips.
Have you heard the stories about how finances are one of the leading causes of divorce? What are people arguing about? Being married actually has some pretty good financial perks!
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The Surprising Reasons Your Fixed-Rate Mortgage Payment Could Rise
They say nothing is set in stone, and your monthly mortgage payment is no exception. Plan ahead for these possible house payment price hikes.
10 Red Flags to Look Out for When Renting Your First Apartment
Renting your first apartment can be like navigating a minefield. Know the warning signs to make sure you don't sign a lease to a pit of despair.
The new face of poverty is fat
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
TRIO® Credit Card from Fifth Third Bank: Cash Back at Restaurants and More
The TRIO® Credit Card from Fifth Third Bank awards your everyday purchases and provides other valuable perks that you won’t find with other cards.
6 Genius Ways to Save on Cyber Monday
Cross a few names off your gift list the easy way by taking advantage of Cyber Monday deals. You'll save time, money, and some sanity.
Raise your standard of living by focusing your spending
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Volunteer to Travel: 11 Opportunities for Free or Very Cheap Travel
Here are 11 options for free or very cheap travel through volunteering.
The 5 Best Deals in Every Thrift Store
Not all thrift stores are created equal — but if you look for these five things, you'll almost always find a good deal.
10 Great Side Jobs for Introverts
If you're looking for extra money with almost zero interaction with other people, you don't have to look far — and you won't have to fake a smile, either.
Check your statements
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
11 Food and Beverage Stocks That Are Having a Good Year
Everyone's gotta eat, right? These food and beverage stocks will fill both your stomach and your investment portfolio.
Do you know how to use a parking meter? Serious question.
I thought I knew the answer to that. Admittedly, I’ve only been driving for seven years and rarely park in downtown Denver, where most of our parking meters are located. But I had
How to Grocery Shop for Five on $100 a Week
Learn how to get a week's worth of groceries, toiletries, and household supplies for $100.
Look, But Don’t Touch: Avoid Marketing Manipulation
When it comes to shopping, touching an item may in fact encourage consumers to purchase things they hadn’t intended on buying in the first place.
My best posts that got no attention
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Sam's Club or Costco: Which Warehouse Club Is Right for You?
It's the battle of the warehouse giants: Costco vs Sam's Club. Find out which club card you should carry.
10 Costs You Should Always Negotiate
Almost everything is negotiable, and these 10 everyday costs are no exception. Read this list and start paying less!
The Smart Way to Pay for Cell Phone Service
Prepaid month-to-month or postpaid on contract? The smarter, cheaper option may surprise you.
5 Ways to Minimize Baggage Fees When Flying
Since airlines started charging for checked bags the cost of travel continues to increase. However, the traveling public can minimize baggage fees with these tips.
10 Financial Perks of Marriage
Have you heard the stories about how finances are one of the leading causes of divorce? What are people arguing about? Being married actually has some pretty good financial perks!