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The Only 5 Rules of Home Buying You Need to Know

Buying a home can be seem scary — and complicated. But if you keep these basics in mind, you'll soon have the home of your dreams.

8 Ways to Save on Accommodations Online

Believe it or not, you can pay less for your accommodations while traveling… or even get them for free!

11 Smart Ways to Boost Your Gas Mileage

Spend more time on the open road and less standing at the pump. These easy fuel-saving hacks will keep more money in your pocket.

Cricket Review: $45 Cell Plan With Unlimited Talk, Text & Data

No contract carriers like Cricket Wireless offers big savings as well as flexibility.

3 Great Home Gadgets That Can Save You Real Money

Put your home on autopilot with these three gadgets, and watch the savings roll in all year long.

Take Control With These Easy 5-Minute Money Fixes

Get smarter about finance, get better at managing your money, and get savvier at scoring discounts on everything you buy, all in five minutes or less.

US Airways Premier World MasterCard Review

Fans of US Airways can save on flights and upgrades by signing up for one of their credit cards.

Best Money Tips: What You Need to Know About Social Security

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we tell you just about everything you need to know about Social Security, how to eat well on a poor man's budget, and wha

Live Abroad for Less (Also at Home)

All but one of the "live abroad for less" ideas are just as applicable to frugal living in your home country.

How to Use the Holiday Quiet Time to Boost Your Career

Holiday weeks can be super slow at the office — which makes it the perfect time to learn new skills and accelerate your career.

You CAN Earn More Money — Here's How

Making more money doesn't have to be difficult or time-consuming. Learn how you can start picking up side gigs today.

6 "As Seen on TV" Kitchen Gadgets That Are Actually Worth the Money

You've seen the ads and no doubt groaned. But wait! These TV gadgets for the kitchen may actually do what's promised. Click now!

The End of the 4% Rule?

There's a rule of thumb that's pretty well known to retirement planners: the 4% rule. That rule is starting to look kind of iffy.

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.

How to Fall Asleep When You Can't

You've got to get to sleep … right now! That kind of pressure can make it much harder to actually nod off. Here's how to make it happen ASAP.

Best Money Tips: Things Broke People Say

Today, we share the things that broke people, ways to boost your career, all-natural remedies to stress, and more!

12 Tricks That Make You Look Skinnier (Without Being Skinnier)

Look your best even when you aren't feeling your best with a few clever shape-shifting tricks.

Learn All the Frugal Skills You Need With These 9 Great Video Tutorials

The one with the most skills at the end wins. Add to your repertoire with this collection of essential frugal life skills.

4 Exciting World Cities You Can Afford to Retire In

Retirees can stretch their pensions (and their imaginations) by retiring overseas. Consider these affordable locales and start planning now!

10 Ways to Spruce Up Your Unfinished Basement for Under $100

You don't have to convert your basement into a fully finished mancave to make it comfortable and inviting. Try these cheaper fixes first.