I've never fought a speeding ticket before. I usually just pay it and forget it. By "usually", I mean, for the two tickets I got before when I was 16 and 19 years old.
My recent ticket was an anomaly for a couple of reasons. [more]
Today we found articles on ways to instantly boost your confidence, income producing assets that you’ve never heard of, and essential documents for estate planning.
Sit down, relax, and let me tell you a story. A story about how you get to be a hero, and how to get your cable company begging on all fours like a dog.
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Hey, it's tax time again. If you've already looked at my other post on weird tax deductions , you'll know I like looking at the lighter side of taxation. [more]
This Memorial Day weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money, talking about justifying frugality — or, moreover, why you shouldn't have to.
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10 Lies Rich People Never Tell Themselves
A little white lie can keep your bank account in the red. Are you making your money matters worse with the stories you tell yourself?
12 Makeup Hacks From the Pros
What do cold cream, lighters, and eye drops have in common? They are essential multi-taskers in one makeup artist's hack-tastic make-up bag.
6 Retirement Rules You Should Be Breaking
There's more to the golden years than meets the eye (and wallet). You may want to consider breaking these often misunderstood rules of retirement.
Is there a secret code to control traffic lights?
So, what's the deal — is there actually a code to change the crosswalk light?
A BBC Production America Hasn't Ripped Off Yet
The BBC has brought us so many cult-classic TV shows. Now they're bringing us free language learning tools!
How to Use a Computer More Efficiently
It may seem like there’s no way to reduce the amount of time you spend in front of the computer, but these tricks can speed things up.
How to Keep Student Loans From Wrecking Your Retirement
Young Americans owe thousands in student loan debt. Unfortunately, so do their parents.
Fight Your Speeding Ticket, Save Yourself Some Dough
I've never fought a speeding ticket before. I usually just pay it and forget it. By "usually", I mean, for the two tickets I got before when I was 16 and 19 years old. My recent ticket was an anomaly for a couple of reasons. [more]
Best Money Tips: Getting Better Deals at Thrift Stores
Today we found some great articles on getting better deals at thrift stores, sources of non-taxable income, and optimixing credit card rewards.
8 Life Skills Every Freelancer Needs
Self-employment requires guts, determination, and organization. Find out if you have what it takes to be a freelance superstar.
Best Money Tips: 8 Ways to Boost Your Confidence Now
Today we found articles on ways to instantly boost your confidence, income producing assets that you’ve never heard of, and essential documents for estate planning.
Last night I threatened to disconnect my cable
Sit down, relax, and let me tell you a story. A story about how you get to be a hero, and how to get your cable company begging on all fours like a dog. [more]
Top 10 Tax Urban Legends, Myths and Rumors.
Hey, it's tax time again. If you've already looked at my other post on weird tax deductions , you'll know I like looking at the lighter side of taxation. [more]
Save $5 or more on your Verizon wireless bill
You can lower your cell phone bill by moving your cell phone to a state with lower taxes (unless, of course, you already live in said state).
Best Money Tips: Slash Prom Costs
Today we found some great articles on slashing prom costs, trimming your entertainment budget, and cheap foods that may build a better brain.
Best Money Tips: 40+ Frugality Tips From the 1950s
Today we found articles on frugality tips from the 1950s, cruise tips from a cruise director, and how to stay healthy when your kids are sick.
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Wise Bread on Marketplace: Justifying Frugality
This Memorial Day weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money, talking about justifying frugality — or, moreover, why you shouldn't have to.
Why I Like Big Banks
Lots of people are ditching their big banks for credit unions — but not this writer. Read on to find out why she loves her big bank.
5 Terrible Things Science Says You Do to Your Mind Everyday
These less-than-awesome habits will take a terrible toll on your mind. Be honest — how many are you guilty of?