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I love sweets, but by the time December gift-giving comes around, I can feel my cavities forming. Here are some savory alternatives to traditional sugary gifts.
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Free $10 on Amazon (or Why to Read Fine Print)
Want to get a free $10 on Amazon.com? Last week I ordered some electronics on Amazon. There was a "special offer" for a free Wired magazine subscription. It turns out I could opt o
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That bottle of ketchup in the fridge can do a lot more than dress up a burger. Learn what else your favorite condiment can do for you.
How to Launch Your Second Career
It can be daunting to think about launching a second career. But with a little planning, and a few deep breaths, you'll get there.
3 Easy Ways to Save Money With Twitter
Who knew there were such great deals to be found in such small messages? You do, now! Learn how a few minutes on Twitter can help keep your wallet full.
STOP: 10 Words to Never Use at Work
Use one of these words in the office? You may be holding yourself back without even knowing it. Or worse.
Freedom From the Day Job
Should you quit your day job to work for yourself? The answer might lie in defining what "work" actually means to you.
8 Smart Money Moves to Make in the New Year
You've resolved to give your finances a boost this year — that's great! These money moves will help get you there.
7 Tools and Gadgets Your Smartphone Can Replace
Clear the clutter and keep your smartphone, because with the right apps, it becomes a universal tool that makes your everyday life easier.
Are You Smarter Than Your Sibling? (Your Birth Order Might Provide the Answer)
Who's smarter — older siblings or younger ones? It all depends on when you ask.
8 Frequently Under-Budgeted Air Travel Costs
Baggage fees, parking, food, and other charges can drive up air travel costs. Here are some tips to avoid the extra charges.
Wise Bread Reloaded: Back to Back to School
Wise Bread reaches back into the archives to help you and your family navigate back-to-school.
10 Items You Will Never Regret Bringing on a Trip
Don't suffer from packer's remorse: These travel items should always have a place in your bag.
7 Savory Food Gifts
I love sweets, but by the time December gift-giving comes around, I can feel my cavities forming. Here are some savory alternatives to traditional sugary gifts.
Runaway Debt, Can You Ever Pay It Back?
If runaway debt is taking over your life, here's some help from a perhaps unexpected source: rock band Soul Asylum.
Is It Finally Time to Invest in Marijuana Stocks?
Investors still have a lot to learn about the legal weed market before raking in the green.
10 Kitchen Mistakes Good Cooks Make
Think of these mistakes as the low-hanging fruit of kitchen disasters. Eliminate these common errors and enjoy better meals and less fuss.
This One Wedding Trick Will Save You Thousands
For the frugal bride and groom, winter is the right time to wed. Savings are substantial and the setting is unique and memorable.
Think Like a Startup to Boost Your Finances
From tech giants to retail royalty, today's most successful startups can teach us a thing or two about personal finance.
10 Financial Moves You Can Make During Your Commute
Your commute may seem like a waste of time, but it may actually be the best time to optimize your finances — even if you're behind the wheel.
How to Avoid Moving Scams
What sucks worse than moving? Getting scammed by your movers. Here's how to avoid getting taken to the cleaners by unscrupulous moving companies.