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There's a tax on financial gifts? Of course there is — and guess what else? It's very convoluted.
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There are tons of things in your house right now that could easily be flipped for cash. It just takes a good eye and some elbow grease!
Does tax time leave you with a huge refund or a huge bill? Your withholding is off. Here's how to fix it.
Sometimes getting a personal loan is a better choice than using your credit cards.
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Don't let high minimums dissuade your retirement savings goals. These Roth IRAs can get you started, no minimum investment required.
Do you know the difference between a credit score and a credit history? You need to — here's how to break it down.
Creating a "do not buy" list will totally change your shopping game — and help you save tons of cash.
Whether you face unexpected expenses or are just shopping the best rate, there's a personal loan available to suit your needs.
More money in your paycheck can mean more spending on stuff you don't need. Time to get things back under control.
Here are the results of my exploration to remove scratches from my CDs and DVDs, complete with my own experience with each remedy.
You don't need to hire a financial pro to invest like one. Try these DIY tips, and watch the confidence roll in.
Don't let these myths prevent you from getting an IRA — the most important savings account you may ever have.
Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.
Freeze! Securing your credit report from fraud or other suspicious activity might save you a big headache later.
If only you knew! Real estate agents everywhere want you clued in to these basic home-buying and selling facts.
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Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
How to Protect Your Credit After the Equifax Breach
In light of the major Equifax breach, a credit freeze is not your only option. There are multiple ways to keep a close eye on your credit reports.
Cooking great meals with your car engine. The heat is on.
Ladies, gentlemen, start your engines. But only after you've loaded them up with sausages, chicken, crabs, Cajun shrimp and plenty of vegetables. [more]
How to Read a Credit Report
You're ready to check your annual free credit report. Now — just how exactly should you read one of these things?
4 Things You Need to Know About Gift Tax
There's a tax on financial gifts? Of course there is — and guess what else? It's very convoluted.
Where Are They Now? The Forgotten Dollar Bills (and Coins)
You may have money on your mind, but these notes and coins are all but forgotten. They are still legal tender, though!
10 Easiest Items to "Flip" for Cash
There are tons of things in your house right now that could easily be flipped for cash. It just takes a good eye and some elbow grease!
Are You Withholding the Right Amount of Taxes from Your Paycheck?
Does tax time leave you with a huge refund or a huge bill? Your withholding is off. Here's how to fix it.
5 Times Personal Loans May Be Better Than Credit Cards
Sometimes getting a personal loan is a better choice than using your credit cards.
How to Get Rid of a Skunk Without Losing Your Dignity
Got a skunk stinking up your property? Learn from one writer's successful (and failed) attempts at skunk removal before losing your mind over a skunk.
5 Retirement Accounts You Don't Need a Ton of Money to Open
Don't let high minimums dissuade your retirement savings goals. These Roth IRAs can get you started, no minimum investment required.
Here's Why Credit Scores and Reports Are Not the Same
Do you know the difference between a credit score and a credit history? You need to — here's how to break it down.
How a Simple "Do Not Buy" List Keeps Money in Your Pocket
Creating a "do not buy" list will totally change your shopping game — and help you save tons of cash.
Best Lenders for Personal Loans
Whether you face unexpected expenses or are just shopping the best rate, there's a personal loan available to suit your needs.
9 Ways to Reverse Lifestyle Creep
More money in your paycheck can mean more spending on stuff you don't need. Time to get things back under control.
Quickly Remove Scratches From CDs and DVDs
Here are the results of my exploration to remove scratches from my CDs and DVDs, complete with my own experience with each remedy.
5 Ways to Invest Like a Pro — No Financial Adviser Required
You don't need to hire a financial pro to invest like one. Try these DIY tips, and watch the confidence roll in.
Stop Believing These 5 Myths About IRAs
Don't let these myths prevent you from getting an IRA — the most important savings account you may ever have.
9 Signs Your Identity Was Stolen
Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.
5 Times You Must Freeze Your Credit Report
Freeze! Securing your credit report from fraud or other suspicious activity might save you a big headache later.
5 Things Your Real Estate Agent Wishes You Knew
If only you knew! Real estate agents everywhere want you clued in to these basic home-buying and selling facts.