The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
In case you’ve missed the multitude of articles concerning end-of-year tax-planning, here are the two most important moves you should consider over the next few days.
Had trouble sticking to your monthly budget? Try this method for looking at your finances daily — and maybe you'll avoid buying that unnecessary popcorn.
Today we found some awesome articles on habits that create long-term happiness, spending $100 a month on groceries, and survival skills for everyday life.
Today we found some great articles on simple things to start doing for your happiness, ways to save money in the kitchen, and financial moves to make every year.
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Savings Preparedness: Highlights from Our Women's Money Week Chat
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with Women's Money Week on Savings Preparedness!
17 DIY Projects to Make Your Home Look Amazing (and 3 You Shouldn't Try)
Stop staring at those ugly cabinets and do something! These easy DIY projects can totally transform your home.
InvisibleHand Review: Effortless Savings
Currently in beta-test, the browser plug-in InvisibleHand helps you find the lowest price when you shop online.
7 Tricks to Get More Out of Your Slow Cooker
A slow cooker is a great way to prepare easy, time-saving meals. Make the most of your crock with these surefire, low fire cooking secrets.
Giving Up Your Car May Be Easier Than You Think
Debating downsizing to one or zero vehicles? The transition may be easier than you actually think.
Sinking Dollar: This Time on Purpose
The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
Best Money Tips: These Bedtime Tips Will Boost Your Productivity
Today we found articles on bedtime tips to boost daytime productivity, how to save money on health care, and ways to invest in real estate.
It’s Not Too Late: Last Minute End of Year Tax Planning
In case you’ve missed the multitude of articles concerning end-of-year tax-planning, here are the two most important moves you should consider over the next few days.
Shrinking Your Cash-Flow Period to Create a Better Budget
Had trouble sticking to your monthly budget? Try this method for looking at your finances daily — and maybe you'll avoid buying that unnecessary popcorn.
6 Things It's Better to Buy at the Last Minute
Need a good deal? For certain items, the early birds do not get the worm.
5 Steps to Picking the Best Airline Credit Card for the Most Rewards Value
An airline credit card will help you rack up those travel rewards. Make sure you pick the best one!
Best Money Tips: Legit Ways to Get Free Gas
Today we found articles on legit ways to get free gas, decorating hacks for renters, and cheap DIY solutions for summer skin care.
Best Money Tips: Habits for Long-Term Happiness
Today we found some awesome articles on habits that create long-term happiness, spending $100 a month on groceries, and survival skills for everyday life.
Wise Bread's Frugal Food Gone Wrong
From cooking blunders to dining-out disasters, sometimes our cheap eating goes terribly awry. Read Wise Bread writers' stories of sweet eats turned sour.
10 Ways to Make Your Shoes Last Longer
Extend the life of your footwear — and the heft of your wallet — with these cheap and easy ways make your soles last longer.
Best Money Tips: Start Doing These Things for Your Happiness
Today we found some great articles on simple things to start doing for your happiness, ways to save money in the kitchen, and financial moves to make every year.
5 Office Decorations Your Co-Workers Hate
Go ahead and dress up your workspace with classy and appropriate knick-knacks and decor. Just remember to keep it "classy and appropriate."
6 Ways to Split the Bill Without Losing Friends
Having dinner with friends is always fun, but awkwardness ensues when the bill arrives. It doesn't have to be that way, though.
Flashback Friday: 74 Easy Ways to Reduce Stress
Stressful days are a given, but there are ways to prevent stress from taking over your life.
4 Great Investments That Sounded Really Stupid in the 2000s
It's easy to make the right investments in hindsight. It's also easy to kick yourself for not taking the plunge when you should have.