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Buying a Home Without the Money

This writer gives his reasons for buying a home now instead of waiting for a 20% down payment.

5 Creative Ways to Invest During a Weak Market

With the stock market finally recovering to some degree this past month, even closing at highs for the year, a lot of investors may be breathing a sigh of relief about their stock

Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What is Your Top Question About Personal Finance?

Tell us your top question about personal finance and we'll enter you in a drawing to win $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!

Tips and Tricks for Dealing with a Recalcitrant HMO

Most of us will, at one time or another, have to struggle with our insurance company over payment approval, referral approval, or any one of a myriad of other common issues. Here a

5 Amazing, Cheap Places to Live as an Expat

Looking for adventure overseas but don't know how to afford it? These five places welcome expats, and you may even fly home with more in savings.

Best Money Tips: Never Buy These Things at a Thrift Store

Today we found articles on items you should never buy at thrift stores, free ways to make your skin more beautiful, and how to host a kid-friendly dinner party.

Best Money Tips: Have More Fun for Less Money

Today we found some great articles on having more fun for less money, ways to save $1 a day, and improving your career prospects.

19 Tips to Cut Costs by Using Your Oven Efficiently

The oven is not the most energy-efficient way to prepare your food. 19 tips to help you maximize your oven’s energy-efficiency, as well as to cut your cooking costs.

Best Money Tips: What to Expect From Best Buy's Black Friday Sale

Today we found articles on what to expect from Best Buy’s Black Friday sale, big mistakes that destroy family relationships, and the best majors for a lucrative career.

Ask the Readers: Do You Do Black Friday?

I want to hear your thoughts on the all things Black Friday -- if you have any. Share them here in our comment thread or on Twitter, and you'll be entered to win one of two $10 A

How to Stop Student Loans From Ruining Your Life

You got a higher education to improve your life — not to burden it. Don't let a student loan ruin everything.

Best Money Tips: Financial Mistakes That Will Haunt You Forever

Today we found articles on financial decisions that will haunt you forever, sneaky ways to save hundreds when you sell your car, and how to make money on YouTube.

Best of Personal Finance Roundup: 5 Ways to Reduce How Much You Need to Retire by $300,000

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we look at how you can reduce your necessary retirement bill by $300,000, 12 tips for being the best thrift store s

5 Top Travel Destinations for 2014

Make the most of your travel miles and points by seeking out fascinating, off-the-radar destinations such as these.

The New Kale: How to Cook This Summer's 8 Most Popular Vegetables

Parsnips, radishes, and rutabagas are among this summer's trendy table darlings. Find recipes and more for the eight hottest looks in this season's basket.

Best Money Tips: Avoid These Purchases During the Holidays

Today we found articles on purchases to avoid during the holidays, creative Starbucks drinks that only cost $3, and how to talk to your aging parents about money.

Best Money Tips: Qualities to Embrace for Success

Today we found some awesome articles on qualities to embrace for success, finding wallet-friendly furniture, and a personal finance cheat sheet for new grads.

Homebrewed Beer: The Results

Home-brewing can lead to better tasting and cheaper beer. What's not to like?

Are Your Assets Costing You Too Much?

Your assets add up to your net worth. So the more the merrier, right? Well, too much of a good thing can actually be a drain on your finances.

31 Reasons Why I'm in Love With Thrift Shopping (and You Should Be Too)

Oh thrift store, how do I love thee? Let me count the ways!