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Today we found articles on ways to use half an hour now to save $1,000 later, how to create happiness with your own talents, and strategies for making leftovers great again.
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"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
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Best Money Tips: Why Women Need More Money Than Men
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. This week we're talking leftover hot dog buns and a blinged-out J.D. Roth. (You'll have to see it to believe it!)
37 Hidden Travel Fees You've Probably Paid But Shouldn't Have
On your next trip, keep your wallet and your calculator close, and carry this list to help you spot the hidden fees on everything from water to Wi-Fi.
Ask the Readers: Do Gift Cards Make a Good Gift?
What do you think? Are gift cards a cop-out or the perfect present for picky people? Do you find that they make the process of gifting easier? Would you prefer to receive one?
Best Money Tips: Spend 30 Minutes Now to Save $1,000 Later
Today we found articles on ways to use half an hour now to save $1,000 later, how to create happiness with your own talents, and strategies for making leftovers great again.
Is the Corporate Career Track Right for You?
A good job with a big company is the dream of many recent grads. Before you find your spot in the cubicle farm, consider some pros and cons.
Ask the Readers: What's In Your Wallet?
We want to know what you currently carry in your purse or wallet. By sharing the contents via comments or Twitter, you will be entered to win a $20 Amazon
Get Fashion Trends on the Cheap With Wantable
Wantable helps you stay current with the latest in fashion and beauty. But is this surprise-in-a-box service worth the $40 price tag?
The 12 Herbs and Spices Every Pantry Should Have
Not sure what spices to stock in your pantry? These 12 herbs and spices cover most kitchen situations — whether cooking or baking.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Airline Credit Card or Flexible Rewards Card: What's the Best Way to Earn a Free Flight?
You can take to the skies for free with an airline credit card or a flexible rewards card. Which is right for you?
Why One-Third of Americans Haven't Saved for Retirement
The good news is that two-thirds of Americans have saved at least something for retirement. Do any of these explanations sound familiar?
20 Fun Ways to Use Pumpkin
Pumpkin is everywhere this time of year. Go beyond the jack o' lantern and the pie and put pumpkin to even more delicious, decorative, and fun uses.
Best Travel Rewards Credit Cards for Families
Save when you travel with your family using these rewards credit cards.
6 Terrible Money Moves to Avoid on the First Date
Make any of these bonehead money moves on a first date and you can bet there won't be a second date.
Receiving Your Tax Refund in Savings Bonds
If you qualify for a tax refund this year, getting it in the form of U.S. Savings Bonds can be a great way to jump-start or augment your savings.
7 Financial Differences Between Millennials and the Next Generation
Generation Z is fast approaching adulthood. How, exactly, do these young adults differ from the millennials who precede them?
Could the Chromebook Crush Windows?
Will Google's new Chromebook make out-of-the-box operating systems like Windows and OS X obsolete? It might be nice if it did.
15 Cheap, Easy Ways to Make Your Home Safer
Taking care of a few simple home repairs and improvements can protect you and your family from minor accidents — or much worse.
Where and Why to Buy Fair Trade Goods
From decor to food, buying fair trade means you get affordable handmade items while providing a fair wage to the artisan. Find out where to shop.
Home Improvements That Pay Off
If you're eventually planning to sell your home want to spruce it up, follow these suggestions to make savvy improvements that provide the best ROI.