Do you feel lost at the very idea of having a budget, let alone a comprehensive financial plan? Does it make your head hurt to think about how much you make and how much you spend?
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
When you're strapped for cash just before the holidays, it might behoove you to remember that right now is the busiest time of the year for big box retailers, and many of them are
When it comes to living longer, healthier lives, it's the little things that count. Add a few (or all!) of these habits to your routine and feel better, longer.
Spending more time with your virtual community than with your real one? Discover how to limit your likes, shares, and tweets and regain control of your time.
Making improvements to your quality of life isn't always going to be about money. Usually, the sea changes that make our lives more livable are things that don't involve coupons or
I’ve seen several houses in my area go into foreclosure over the last 12 months. The economy and over-inflated housing prices, coupled with predatory lenders and some very bad deci
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
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Help! My Money Scares Me!: Tips for Educating Yourself Without Feeling Overwhelmed
Do you feel lost at the very idea of having a budget, let alone a comprehensive financial plan? Does it make your head hurt to think about how much you make and how much you spend?
Save Money by Shopping at the Craft Store — Even If You're Not a Crafter
Craft stores aren't just for crafters. Your local craft store has plenty of good home decor buys and super cheap gifts, no assembly required.
10 Hidden Housing Costs New Homeowners Don't Expect
Buying a house comes with tons of hidden costs — and newbie buyers tend to overlook these 10 big ones.
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Today we found some stellar articles on getting a raise at work, going to college for free, and curing a spending hangover.
Invest some of this cheap energy
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
Should you take a second job?
When you're strapped for cash just before the holidays, it might behoove you to remember that right now is the busiest time of the year for big box retailers, and many of them are
Best Money Tips: Alternatives to Christmas Gifts
Today we found some awesome articles on alternatives to Christmas gifts, scoring a bigger apartment without moving, and getting discounted gift cards.
6 Ways Social Media Can Save You Money
Sometimes to score big online #savings, all you need to do is work your social networks.
Live Long and Prosper With These 15 Small Healthy Habits
When it comes to living longer, healthier lives, it's the little things that count. Add a few (or all!) of these habits to your routine and feel better, longer.
5 Ways to Break Your Social Media Habit
Spending more time with your virtual community than with your real one? Discover how to limit your likes, shares, and tweets and regain control of your time.
10 Local Charities That Could Use Your Stuff
Start your holiday giving early (and help people and animals in your community) by donating goods to these sometimes overlooked organizations.
Five Free Ways to Improve Your Life
Making improvements to your quality of life isn't always going to be about money. Usually, the sea changes that make our lives more livable are things that don't involve coupons or
New Breadwinner in the Household: How Does This Affect Life Insurance?
When your family's income changes, it's important to reexamine your life insurance coverage. Here's what you need to know.
Do You Live In One Of America’s Most Foreclosure-Ridden Towns?
I’ve seen several houses in my area go into foreclosure over the last 12 months. The economy and over-inflated housing prices, coupled with predatory lenders and some very bad deci
Flashback Friday: 55 Brilliant Ways to Turn Your Junk Into Cash
One person's trash can also be that same person's extra cash. Here's how to do it right.
17 Creative Things to Do with Phone Books
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
Best Money Tips: Ways to Get Ahead at Work
Today we found some great articles on ways to get ahead at work, alternative financial resolutions, and ways to motivate yourself.
When to Use Savings to Pay Off Debt
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
5 Airline Miles Secrets Only Frequent Flyers Know
Even if you aren't a frequent flyer, you can learn from one. These airline mile tips could be the secret to your next free vacation.