Personal finance tips from reality TV1 of 6For some viewers, reality TV shows only offer entertainment, but if you dig deeper many of those same programs teach valuable lessons about how to save money.Here, financial experts dish on the not-so-obvious personal finance messages in the unscripted entertainment of the reality shows: "What Not to Wear," "The Biggest Loser," "Extreme Couponing," "19 Kids and Counting" and "Pawn Stars." Related Articles:Simple savings calculatorSave at a coupon swapOnline coupon-clippingRelated Links:Does penny-pinching pay?Budget calculatorHaggle for the best bargain advertisement
For some viewers, reality TV shows only offer entertainment, but if you dig deeper many of those same programs teach valuable lessons about how to save money.
Here, financial experts dish on the not-so-obvious personal finance messages in the unscripted entertainment of the reality shows: "What Not to Wear," "The Biggest Loser," "Extreme Couponing," "19 Kids and Counting" and "Pawn Stars."
Bankrate wants to hear from you and encourages thoughtful and constructive comments. We ask that you stay focused on the story topic, respect other people's opinions, and avoid profanity, offensive statements, illegal contents and advertisement posts. Comments are not reviewed before they are posted. Bankrate reserves the right (but is not obligated) to edit or delete your comments. Please avoid posting private or confidential information, and also keep in mind that anything you post may be disclosed, published, transmitted or reused.
By submitting a post, you agree to be bound by Bankrate's terms of use. Please refer to Bankrate's privacy policy for more information regarding Bankrate's privacy practices.