Save Money

There are very few “financial” things you do each and every day – saving and spending money is one of them.

Whether it's on gas to get to work, food to put in your body, or shampoo to wash your hair – you're spending money.

If you want instant progress with your finances, it's by learning how to save more of your cash. This archive will show you all the tricks I know to make your dollar go further.

Our most popular posts are about our store specific hacks, like AmazonCostcoUber, and Netflix; but we also share how to get free food at restaurants on your birthdayhow to cut your cable and save $800+ and 105 easy ways to save money guide.

As always, email me or tweet @wallethacks if you want to discuss anything!

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What is Paycheck Budgeting? (plus Free Template Printable!)

Paycheck budgeting is a time tested method of matching your paychecks to your monthly expenses. It's not difficult on its own but it's made easier if you have a simple budgeting template you can follow (and is included in this post for free).

What is capital gains harvesting?

Have you heard of capital gains harvesting? Or tax gain harvesting? It's when lower income taxpayers "harvest" unrealized capital gains while their long term capital gains rates are zero percent.

How much financial help should you give your kids?

A Redditor shared his rage at learning his parents had millions of dollars while he and his family struggled to make it in a high cost of living area. How do you think about financial help for your kids or other loved ones?

100+ Best Freebies & Discounts for College Students

If you're like most students, your cash is limited. So any discounts you can grab are awesome. Here's a list of 100 discounts you can take advantage of with nothing more than your student ID or .edu email.

Vanguard Cash Plus Account Review 2024

The Vanguard Cash Plus Account is Vanguard's cash management account, but is it worth getting? We take a closer look at its offering and compare it to other brokers and cash sweep options.

What is Portfolio Diversification?

Diversification can you help you maximize your investment returns while lowering your risk. Diversification isn't just owning more funds or stocks, it's a specific way of thinking about your allocation so you are taking the right risk.

What is the 20-4-10 Rule?

Do you know how much you should be spending on a car? The 20-4-10 rule can help you figure out what you can comfortably afford based on your income.

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