Early in the subprime lending collapse, Wise Bread posted a report from Americans for Fairness in Lending explaining how the subprime lending boom hurt everyone. Since it's a
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As some of you are aware, I experienced the wait of all waits at Papa Murphy’s recently. Over one hour for a phone order, which left me fuming (partly at my own politeness for not
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I’ll be honest, I’m not a fitness nut. I don’t like exercising, it always seems like a chore. But what if it wasn’t? What if it were, dare I say it, almost a game? That’s what Wii
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Interview with AFFIL executive director Jim Campen
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Here's Everything You Need to Get Started With Bitcoin
Bitcoin is not quite as hot as it once was, but it's still traded and used. Now that prices are more modest, are you ready to test the popular cryptocurrency?
5 Cool DIY Christmas Gifts for the “Under 6” Crowd
Handmade gifts are becoming cool again! Here are five gifts for smaller children that will be loved long after the season is over.
Downside of the Rolling Jubilee
The Rolling Jubilee is a great PR move — buying, then forgiving debt from real people. But in terms of change, one writer says it might hurt more than help.
Financial Lessons From "It's A Wonderful Life"
The classic film “It’s a Wonderful Life” isn't just a heartwarming holiday classic — it also contains financial lessons that are still relevant today.
Best Money Tips: New Baby Checklist
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5 Habits That Kill Your Buying Power
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How often do you get your paycheck?
One of the BlogHer featured posts talked about a mis-match between pay dates and credit card due dates. It reminded me of just how much I used to agonize over this issue, back bef
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Best Money Tips: Tighten Your Budget and Still Have Fun
Today we found some fantastic articles on how to tighten your budget and still have fun, why hiring managers haven't called back, and borrowing money from family.
Papa Murphy’s update: nice save.
As some of you are aware, I experienced the wait of all waits at Papa Murphy’s recently. Over one hour for a phone order, which left me fuming (partly at my own politeness for not
Foreign exchange class action settlement
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Join America Saves Week February 24 to March 2nd
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The weird logic of economic growth
Ever notice that we have names for a period when the economy isn't growing (recession or depression), but there's no name for when it is growing? If they call it anything,
Best Money Tips: Things You Should Buy at a Dollar Store
Today we found some great articles on things you should buy at a Dollar Store, de-stressing during the workday, and tweeting your way to a new gig.
Best Money Tips: How to Sell Stuff on Craigslist
Today we found some fantastic articles on how to sell stuff on Craigslist, ways to manage your money, and how teens can earn money for college.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Define Financial Success?
Tell us how you define financial success and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Is the Wii Fit a cheap workout?
I’ll be honest, I’m not a fitness nut. I don’t like exercising, it always seems like a chore. But what if it wasn’t? What if it were, dare I say it, almost a game? That’s what Wii
8 Ways to Stop Spending — Today
If you're not in control of your spending, your spending is in control of you. Here's how to break the spending habit and regain control of your money.