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Taco Tuesday: The Inner Mechanics of Budgeting on Vacation
I recently found myself sitting around a dinner table in Hawaii with a number of new traveling acquaintances. We met at the place of accommodation we were staying at, and enjoyed e
8 Ways to Reduce Mortgage Closing Costs
Mortgage closing costs can add up to thousands of dollars. Discover how you can easily and drastically reduce these costs.
9 Ways to Make an Extra $1,000 This Summer
Pad your pockets with an extra grand this summer, all with the help of an easy side gig.
Do You Live In One Of America’s Most Foreclosure-Ridden Towns?
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Five quick and simple scams that could happen to you today
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When to Use Savings to Pay Off Debt
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
Best Money Tip: 41 Financial Calculators for Major Life Decisions
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The 10 Kinds of People Who Get Rich (and How They Do It)
What kind of people get rich? See if you have some of these 10 traits and habits common to the wealthy — and learn how you can start amassing riches.
The Big List of Money-Saving Coupon Codes for Halloween 2016
No tricks, just treats — in the form of sweet Halloween savings!
Are Zhu Zhu Pets and Other Popular Toys Dangerously Toxic?
The hottest toy of this holiday season is a little electronic hamster named the Zhu Zhu Pet. The $9.99 toy is this season's Tickle Me Elmo and parents are lining up early to snatch
4 Money Lessons We Can Learn From J.K. Rowling
J.K. Rowling knows a thing or two about muggle money struggles. After all, she once had her share.
5 Common Tax Mistakes We Need to Stop Making
Sure, doing your taxes can be tricky! But when it comes to these five mistakes, we really, really need to stop making them.
11 Food Additives You're Probably Eating Every Day (and What They Do)
It's almost impossible to avoid these 11 food additives in a modern, processed-food diet. Learn what else is in your food besides food.
18 Pantry Foods That Keep Longer Than You Think
How long will a jar of dried beans keep? 10 Years! Learn how long your pantry items actually keep and stop wasting food.
The 8 Types of Bad Bosses — And How to Survive Them
The "bad boss" turns an otherwise good job into a nightmare. But if you know how to deal, you can survive … and even thrive!
The Best Free Gifts for Business Colleagues
Looking for thoughtful ways to say "thanks" to a colleague? These ideas are all valuable — and free!
8 Essential Pieces for Your Capsule Wardrobe
Lucky day! Capsule wardrobes are on trend again, which is great for closets and budgets. Start stocking your minimal collection with these smart basics.
How to Never Succumb to Impulse Spending Again
Trying to build a nest egg? Resist the urge to purge your pocketbook on every shiny bauble you see and watch your savings grow.
Farewell to Homeownership: Lessons to Share
Losing your home is not the end of all things. In fact, it could be the beginning of something better. Learn from one writer's experience.
A Granny Pod May Be the Smartest Way to Care for an Elderly Parent
Long-term care for an elderly parent or relative has a new, affordable option: Meet the granny pod.