Most of us are familiar with the term "diversification". Its what the well-respected analysts tell us to do with our investment portfolios to insure against the ups and d
When you sign for your mortgage, you are offered mortgage life insurance as part of the deal, with liability forms to sign if you decline it. Which is better - mortgage life insura
Successful investors know how to get the most from compound interest and make sure they have the right asset allocation. Here's why these two investing concepts are so important.
Nora’s recent article “Saving the planet - one drop at a time” rang a bell with me as I was sat in the men’s bathroom at work yesterday. All the stalls were occupied and every minu
As with many provisions in healthcare, you may not be up-to-date on all of the finer points of an FSA. Even if you are, it never hurts to brush up on the basics.
Tweens and teens race into biological adulthood all on their own, but they won't advance to financial adulthood without some parental guidance. Here's what to teach.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
The Key To Making Money Online? Diversification, Baby!
Most of us are familiar with the term "diversification". Its what the well-respected analysts tell us to do with our investment portfolios to insure against the ups and d
Why You Don’t Need Mortgage Life Insurance
When you sign for your mortgage, you are offered mortgage life insurance as part of the deal, with liability forms to sign if you decline it. Which is better - mortgage life insura
5 Times It's Okay to Close a Credit Card
You know the drill — closing a credit card can damage your credit score. But sometimes, it might be the right move.
Why Savings Account Interest Rates Are So Low
Five or six years ago it was easy to find a savings account that paid 4% or 5%. Today, 1% or less is the norm. What happened?
2 Investing Concepts Everyone Should Know
Successful investors know how to get the most from compound interest and make sure they have the right asset allocation. Here's why these two investing concepts are so important.
Become a Producer to Put Your Consumption in Perspective
The gap between making and consuming keeps widening, but making more of what you consume can lead to a richer life.
Ask the Readers: Are You Wearing a Costume for Halloween This Year?
Tell us whether you're wearing a costume this Halloween and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Do You Have a Season or Annual Pass?
Tell us whether you have a season or annual pass and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Is the courtesy flush dead?
Nora’s recent article “Saving the planet - one drop at a time” rang a bell with me as I was sat in the men’s bathroom at work yesterday. All the stalls were occupied and every minu
10 Frugal Reasons to Compost
Looking to live a little greener and save a little more green? Give composting a try!
What You Need to Know About Your FSA
As with many provisions in healthcare, you may not be up-to-date on all of the finer points of an FSA. Even if you are, it never hurts to brush up on the basics.
Investing Advice by the Decade: Ages 11-20
Tweens and teens race into biological adulthood all on their own, but they won't advance to financial adulthood without some parental guidance. Here's what to teach.
6 Ways NOT to Spend Your Credit Card Rewards
Earning credit card rewards is a key benefit of buying with plastic. Just make sure you choose rewards that have all the value you earned!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Monday 10/21
Last minute Halloween Shopping? We've got 5 great deals for you!
No Hassle: Capital One Cash Rewards Card
A miserly 1% cash back isn’t great, but several other attractive features make this card a good choice, especially for world travelers.
10 Stocks Every Recent Grad Should Own
Gift the recent grad in your life one (or more!) of these great stocks, and they'll be on track to enjoy a nice profit.
5 Easiest Ways to Score Free eBooks
Good news, bookworms! Your love of eBooks doesn't have to cost a thing.
6 Smart Ways to Help Your Appliances Retain Their Value
Keeping household appliances spick, span, and humming like brand-new and they'll keep their worth for years to come.
12 Things That Will Be Less Expensive in 2012
From electronics to wine to even rental cars, savings-minded shoppers should keep an eye on prices for these items in 2012.
5 Airlines With the Best Customer Service
Air travel is the worst, right? With these top flight airlines, it's actually pretty nice!