The common line is that it's better to repair than replace, but that's not always true. Here's how to figure out what you should do when something breaks.
What if we changed our mindset just a little bit regarding the America of consumerism? What would it look like if we just stopped caring about making it and started living instead?
Zero percent financing may not be as good a deal as it sounds. Many such deals are simply a bait-and-switch ruse. Even when they're legit, they can wreak havoc with your credit.
A good business name is hard to find and the limited supply Internet addresses makes it harder. Finding both a name and a URL, however, is just the beginning of the naming game.
People who are living on their own for the first time have some of the smallest budgets — and biggest plans. Here's how to enjoy your money now AND later.
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On one side there's your typical job. It's clearer than ever that it doesn't offer the security it once did, but it still offers some, and it offers other things--predictable inco
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When Something Breaks, Should You Repair or Replace?
The common line is that it's better to repair than replace, but that's not always true. Here's how to figure out what you should do when something breaks.
Best Money Tips: How to Beat Bad Customer Service
Today we found articles on ways to beat bad customer service, grocery items you’re overspending on, and how to do a wedding for less than $10,000.
How to Survive a Recession: Notes from the Broken Dog Days of Summer
What if we changed our mindset just a little bit regarding the America of consumerism? What would it look like if we just stopped caring about making it and started living instead?
Best Money Tips: Stand Out! (And Avoid Layoffs)
Today, we share ways to stand out at your job, travel tips for those with health issues, green gift wrap ideas, and more!
Is Zero Percent Financing a Free Lunch?
Zero percent financing may not be as good a deal as it sounds. Many such deals are simply a bait-and-switch ruse. Even when they're legit, they can wreak havoc with your credit.
Best Money Tips: Smart Money Moves for College Freshmen
Today we found some great articles on smart money moves for college freshmen, ways to save money on your next vacation, and how to stop wasting money.
What’s in a Name? It Might be More Than You Bargained For
A good business name is hard to find and the limited supply Internet addresses makes it harder. Finding both a name and a URL, however, is just the beginning of the naming game.
Don't Sell the Product; Meet the Demand
Stay focused on meeting demand and you'll stay focused on keeping your customers happy.
Best Money Tips: Facts Your Doctor Won't Tell You
Today we found some great articles on facts your doctor won't tell you, tips to avoid problems at the airport, and ways to stop wasting money.
5 Myths about Deducting T&E Expenses
Don't let these five common tax and entertainment expense myths trip you up at tax time.
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Youth and Money: Finding the Frugal Balance
People who are living on their own for the first time have some of the smallest budgets — and biggest plans. Here's how to enjoy your money now AND later.
Best Money Tips: Negotiating the Raise You Deserve
Today we found some fantastic articles on negotiating the raise you deserve, getting kids outside in the summer, and free ways to make someone's day.
Best Money Tips: The College Edition
Today, we are highlighting some awesome articles about finances in college!
Saving money while hosting guests
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Upromise World MasterCard Credit Card Review
Paying for college can be difficult, but the Upromise World MasterCard is one of the only few credit cards to offer cash back rewards that can help ease that burden for students.
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Topic: The Holiday Chat! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift certificates! Use #WBChat to participate!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 08/30
Amazon is offering eleven FREE apps today! Plus great Labor Day sales on dresses, jeans, and sandals.
On choosing temporary freedom
On one side there's your typical job. It's clearer than ever that it doesn't offer the security it once did, but it still offers some, and it offers other things--predictable inco
8 Ways to Survive the April 18th Tax Deadline
Not ready for the big day? Use our helpful tax guides to get you through our crazy tax code.