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It can be frustrating to see stores roll out Christmas displays so early, but you can save money and sanity if you start thinking about the holidays now too.
Today we found articles on eco-friendly ways to travel, pitfalls to watch for if you’re 65 and still working, and practical minimalist tips for beginners.
Here’s a shining example of how Wise Bread writers not only read each others stories, we also follow the advice. And in my case, it worked like a charm. I’m two for two, and I plan
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Clever Tax Move for the Un- and Under-Employed
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The Inventor of the 401K Has Second Thoughts About Your Retirement Plan — Now What?
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Failed Frugality: 5 Clues You’ve Gone Too Far
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Homemade Peanut Butter: Recipe and Cost Comparison
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8 Times Booking Your Own Travel Is Cheaper Than a Package Deal
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10 Unexpected Uses for Laundry Detergent
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The 5 Best E-readers
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12 Smart Uses for Safety Pins
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The 3 Rules Every Mediocre Investor Must Know
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6 Ways to Protect Yourself From a Lost Gift Card
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9 Ways to Vet Your New Employer
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Simple Ways to Give Dirty Shoes the Boot
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Get Ready for Christmas: 7 Things You Should Do Today
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How I got two CEOs to listen to my complaints
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