The Census Bureau produces an important set of demographics data about the United States every ten years. The 2010 Census is coming up soon and the Bureau is hiring thousands of t
Hotels have followed the airlines into the business of fee inflation. Here are the fees to look for before you book — and how to avoid them once you arrive.
Credit cards are fun for the whole family, until the bills start rolling in and you are expected to hand over your hard-earned money for the stuff you bought on plastic. In this we
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There’s one fact that is undeniable in America; we just don’t walk enough. A dependence on automobiles, elevators and escalators, coupled with a growing lack of interest in exercis
A little spending moderation can't hurt this holiday season, and it might even put us back in touch with the true spirit and ideals of the season. Here's how to enjoy the holidays
It's interesting to see that with the advent of computerized trading and value discount brokers, a new era of people investing with the idea of getting rich overnight has exploded.
Wantable allows you to purchase designer fashion and beauty products at a discount, but is this service worth the $40 cost? Open a box with this Wise Bread blogger to find out!
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Need a job? Apply to become a Census enumerator
The Census Bureau produces an important set of demographics data about the United States every ten years. The 2010 Census is coming up soon and the Bureau is hiring thousands of t
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Hotels have followed the airlines into the business of fee inflation. Here are the fees to look for before you book — and how to avoid them once you arrive.
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Walk, walk, walk, walk, walk
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The Debate Between Buy and Hold vs Timing The Market
It's interesting to see that with the advent of computerized trading and value discount brokers, a new era of people investing with the idea of getting rich overnight has exploded.
How to Save $26,000 in 5 Years or Less
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Wantable: Designer Accessories at Discount Prices
Wantable allows you to purchase designer fashion and beauty products at a discount, but is this service worth the $40 cost? Open a box with this Wise Bread blogger to find out!
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25 humorous, yet painful, signs that you've simply been around at the same job TOO long.
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Avoid complicated rewards programs and earn a flat rate of 1.5% cash back on all your purchases.