Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
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The kids, the spouse, the boss, the car, the job, the news — the stress! Take the edge off and be the better you with these frugal ways to chill.
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Europe on the Cheap: Take the Train
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5 Hotel Room Booking Tools Every Frugal Traveler Should Know
Wise Bread editor Janet Alvarez shares some great frugal travel tools on TV — and right here, too, just in case you can't tune in.
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Don't Have Enough To Pay Your Taxes?
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14 Beauty Products You're Using That Actually Do Nothing
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Beware These 6 Phony IRS Calls and Emails
No one particularly likes hearing from the IRS, but we bet you'd enjoy hearing from these tax scammers even less.
8 Ways to Take a Break at Work (and Still Look Busy)
Taking breaks at work makes us happier and more productive — but justifying those breaks can be hard. Here are eight ways to make 'em happen.
Want Your Investments to Do Better? Stop Watching the News
If you want to be a better investor, consider stepping away from the market "news."
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11 Creative Ways to Use Golf Balls Around the House
Do you have a lot of extra golf balls lying around but no time to hit the links? Put them to use with these creative options for your home.