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?
Everybody loves a good labor-saving, clever shortcut, right? Unless it's one of these clever shortcuts that wind up costing you more time or money — or both!
A lot of websites out there haven't given a lot of thought to how their site looks and reads. Or they have and they just don't care. Here is a tool that lets you "fast forward" pas
The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) rolled out last year currently has over 700,000 people in trial modifications and a little over 30,000 in "permanent" modifications.
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If you are a Minnesotan: When TurboTax completes your M1PR Property Tax Refund, between lines 10 and 11 you need to fill in your property tax ID and your county. TurboTax online do
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you some killer tips for power naps, the lowdown on rechargeable batteries, and 10 uses for wine corks!
When you're forking out several hundred dollars for a cell phone, the thought of spending even more money to keep it scratch-free seems a no-brainer. But I'm cheap. And I don'
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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?
How Every Woman Can Take Control of Her Finances
Women, don't be another statistic. It's time to forge ahead on these critical money matters, or face retiring in poverty.
Best Money Tips: What to Buy at Drugstores
Today we found some awesome articles on what to buy at drugstores, money-saving tips to afford college, and ways to protect your identity.
6 Ways to Travel When You Have Student Loans
With smart money management, anyone can hit the road — even with student loan debt.
37 Hidden Travel Fees You've Probably Paid But Shouldn't Have
On your next trip, keep your wallet and your calculator close, and carry this list to help you spot the hidden fees on everything from water to Wi-Fi.
Job Hunting Tips for the Recently Fired (and Some for the Rest of Us, Too)
Job hunting is hard, but for those who have been fired, it's a real struggle. Here's how to put the past behind and move on with a new gig.
10 Popular Life Hacks That Don't Actually Work
Everybody loves a good labor-saving, clever shortcut, right? Unless it's one of these clever shortcuts that wind up costing you more time or money — or both!
6 Surprisingly Simple Ways to Motivate Yourself
All the productivity tricks in the world are can't help you if you're lacking motivation. Read on to get some gumption!
TiVo for the Web: Content Without the Ads
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Eat Better and Save Money With These Easy Two-Night Meals
Not up to meal planning for a whole week? Meal plan for two days with these first night dinners that offer plenty of delicious next night options.
5 Reasons Not to Apply for a Loan Modification in the Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP)
The Home Affordable Modification Program (HAMP) rolled out last year currently has over 700,000 people in trial modifications and a little over 30,000 in "permanent" modifications.
8 Ways to Track Your Diet and Fitness for Free
Fitness experts will tell you that tracking progress is a good motivator. These free tools will help you do that, without hurting your budget goals.
Best Money Tips: 12 Egg Salad Recipes to Try
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5 Things No One Is Telling You About Success
If success is so easy, why do we keep reading success advice on the Internet? Here's the REAL success advice you should be reading.
Warning: TurboTax Missing Minnesota Tax Info (Updated With TurboTax Response)
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The Easiest Way to Invest in the World's Biggest Companies
You don't need thousands of dollars to buy high-priced stock — really!
Best Money Tips: How I Mastered the Power Nap
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you some killer tips for power naps, the lowdown on rechargeable batteries, and 10 uses for wine corks!
5 New Income Streams Anyone Can Create
If your spending is a river, you may need additional income streams to keep it flowing. Here are five easy ways to make or save more money.
The 1-Cent Cell Phone Protector, and Other Hacks.
When you're forking out several hundred dollars for a cell phone, the thought of spending even more money to keep it scratch-free seems a no-brainer. But I'm cheap. And I don'
How About a Price List at the Hospital or Doctor’s Office?
Restaurants show you how much your food costs before you order. When it comes to medical expenses, shouldn't it be the same?