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Flashback Friday: 38 Money Lessons We Can Learn From Celebrities
Rich and famous celebs are rich and famous for a reason. Here are some of their brilliant bits of financial wisdom.
Contributing to a Roth Versus Paying Down Debt
This post was prompted by a reader question, but it's an issue that many people face—we see versions of it all the time in the forums.
How to Clear Old Debt From Your Credit Report
Old debts can clutter up the path to an otherwise clean credit report. It's time to do a little cleaning.
You Should Always Negotiate a Raise: Here Are 10 Reasons Why
“It never hurts to ask” is especially true when it comes to salary. Before you settle for what's offered, consider these 10 reasons to ask for more.
30 Meaningful Mother's Day Gifts for Every Budget
Doesn't the woman who gave you life deserve something better than a box of chocolates? These 30 ideas are creative, frugal, and fun to give.
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: How to Sew a Button On Correctly
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we give you the skills to sew on a button, kill some cockroaches, or make a better breakfast!
This Is How You Decide If Dental Insurance Is Worth It
Dental insurance is not as generous as regular health insurance. Should you even bother? Sometimes. Find out here if it's right for you.
Best Money Tips: Big Money Mistakes That Married Couples Make
Today we found articles on big money mistakes that married couples make, travel discounts you may have missed, and helpful tips for flying with gifts.
7 Mobile Apps to Inspire Positive Thinking
Join us on this journey to find the upbeat in the every day, as we share 7 apps designed to help you keep your chin up and your spirits bright!
Yogurt: Should You Try Making Your Own?
Yogurt is already conveniently packaged, widely available, and comes in a big variety of flavors. That said, there are great reasons to make your own.
Conversation Killers: What’s Holding You Back From Negotiating?
What's holding you back from making better deals? Learn to identify and overcome common roadblocks for a lifetime of rewarding negotiation.
10 Things Worth Paying More For
We're all about finding the best value, and sometimes the only way to get it is to fork over cash. Here are a few things it pays to pay more for.
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.
Ask the Readers: Camp Much? (Chance to win $20!)
We want to know if you love to camp and how you make it an amazing (and affordable) experience. Do you camp every year? Or do you leave the experience to those
6 Easy Ways to Get Rid of Mold on Common Household Items
Yuck mold — and it's everywhere! Get rid of it while keeping your stuff with some easy cleaning tricks.
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.
8 Common Pieces of Emotional Baggage (and How to Ditch Them)
Those heavy emotions and memories you're hauling around are slowing you down. Drop them and move on.
13 Creative Ways to Avoid Spending Money
You're trying to stick to your budget, but it's really hard to stop spending! Resist the urge to spend with these 13 tricks of the tight-fisted.
6 Money Lessons From African-American Leaders
From TED talks to the blues, these African American leaders have imparted their financial wisdom on the world.
If You're Doing This on Your First Date, You're Not Getting a Second
First dates are nerve-wracking, but you can end them fast — and your shot at a second — before they even get started with any of these moves.