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With the holiday season upon us, invitations to dinner parties – and expectations of reciprocating invitations – are on the increase. You bring a nice bottle of wine or bouquet of
This week the 4 week T-bill rate was driven down to 0% and the demand for these treasuries was astounding. It seems that investors are so pessimistic that they are willing to acce
At most job interviews, candidates will have an opportunity to ask their own questions. Be prepared with questions that flush out job details and demonstrate your value.
Now that I am a mother of two teenagers, credit card abuse is one of the first dangers of financial common sense that I discussed with them. Here are 8 tips to help your teenager p
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A fake bank is offering phony secured credit cards to consumers with troubled credit histories, and reading the fine print may not be enough to protect you.
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Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
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The High Cost of Cheap Food
Cheap eats might be destroying your waistline, your health, and the environment, too. Learn about the costs — and what you can do about them.
Barter Explained: Why It's Wise to Barter
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Best Money Tips: Save Money on Pet Expenses
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money on pet expenses, cutting the cable cord, and saving for a down payment on a house.
Get More Bang for Your Membership Buck!
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Surviving the Holiday Season: Entertaining (and Being Entertained) on a Budget
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Should You Buy Your Leased Car?
Not ready to part ways with your leased ride? You can buy it. But that doesn't always mean you should.
Five alternatives to 0% yield U.S. treasuries
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4 Questions You Must Ask at Your Next Job Interview
At most job interviews, candidates will have an opportunity to ask their own questions. Be prepared with questions that flush out job details and demonstrate your value.
8 Tips to Help Your Teenager Become Credit Smart
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3 Survival Instincts That Harm Investors
Following the herd was a good survival strategy for our subsistence ancestors. Today it's a good way to get your investment funds trampled.
The 7 Laws of Negotiation
Over the past couple of decades, I’ve distilled successful negotiating down to seven key principles.
The Cost of Full-Time Travel
“How much does it cost to travel full-time as a Professional Hobo?” I am asked this question regularly by readers of my personal website. And while I maintain that the cost of full
5 Best Amazon Deals for Monday 09/23
Today's great deals include 50% off women's jeans, 54% off Breaking Bad, 50% off Skechers sneakers, and more!
Rutgers is Giving Away $1500 to Wise Bread Readers!
Don't miss your chance to win your share of $1500 in prizes from Rutgers!
Don't Get Taken by the Latest Secure Credit Card Scam
A fake bank is offering phony secured credit cards to consumers with troubled credit histories, and reading the fine print may not be enough to protect you.
Power9: 9 Habits of the World's Healthiest People
In areas of the world known as "blue zones," people live longer, healthier lives. Find out why, and discover what healthy habits you can learn from them.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Wednesday 10/02
Today's great deals include 50% off Lucky Brand women's and men's denim, 50% off women's sweaters, 40% off boots, and more!
5 Frugal Living Truths Every Stay-at-Home-Parent Should Know
When the daily Stay-at-Home routine starts to wear thin, take heart. You're living — and teaching — some valuable frugal living truths.
Can cheap AppleCare on eBay be trusted?
Getting peace-of-mind protection for your Mac or iPod for less — in some cases over $150 less — looks tempting. But is it for real? Read on and find out.
7 Money Lessons I Learned From Martial Arts
Deep money lessons can be found in the most unlikely places — even the dojo.