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I’ve managed to cut my grocery bill in half, but I’ve struggled with one set of expenses more than I ever though possible. I use a lot of spices and every time I turn around, I fee
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Getting out of credit card debt, paying off all student loans, and paying off their mortgage in full ASAP is the #1 goal of almost every personal finance blogger on the Wise Bread
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How to Get a Truly Free Credit Report
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Cutting the Grocery Bill: Reducing the Cost of a Good Spice Rack
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Ask the Readers: How Often Do You Cook at Home?
Tell us how often you cook at home and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
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8 Spectacular Uses for that Lone Can of Fruit
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Why I Didn't Pay My Mortgage Off In Full
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Kick that Cell Phone Contract: Save with a Prepaid Plan
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My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Buy a House When You Live Paycheck to Paycheck
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