Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
You know who I am talking about. Most of us have that one brother who blows his paycheck in a day or a cousin that has no money for retirement. No family is perfect, and we all te
Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
A friend recently told me that someone she knows is so cheap that he would not let her use paper towels at his place. Yet at the same time he complains about not having enough mon
My guess is that many of you Wisebread readers know your financial priorities and have some idea of how you want to achieve these, though you may not have all the details ironed ou
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Why Would Anyone Pay Mortgages With Credit Cards?
Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
How Do You Deal With Family Members Who Are Bad At Managing Money?
You know who I am talking about. Most of us have that one brother who blows his paycheck in a day or a cousin that has no money for retirement. No family is perfect, and we all te
Financial Peace in Hard Times
Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
How to save BIG
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Why You Shouldn't Stress Too Much About Spending Money
Does parting with a dollar put your stomach in knots? Here's why you shouldn't worry.
What to Do When Your Belongings Get Stolen Abroad
Losing your belongings or having them stolen while on vacation is a nightmare, but don't panic. Here's what you need to do.
Life Skills 101: How to Deliver Bad News to Anyone
Bad news isn't easy for anybody involved — speaker or listener. Make it as painless as possible by following these suggestions.
Almost Half of Job Applicants Make This Same Foolish Mistake
This one silly mistake costs 50% of job applicants the job. Are you making it, too?
5 Simple Ways to Never Make a Late Credit Card Payment
Forgetting about your credit card bill can hurt your credit score and your wallet. Learn how to stop missing due dates once and for all.
Want to Buy a Home With No Money Down? Try a USDA Loan
Despite the recent economic crunch, consumers can still purchase homes with no money down through the USDA Rural Development program.
6 Tips for Spring Cleaning on a Budget
The spring cleaning season is here. But consumers don't have to clean out their wallets in order to make the annual event a success.
7 Personal Finance Lessons Women Learn in Their 30s
If our 20s are about finding our footing, our 30s are about planting our steps and getting going. What do our 30s teach us about money?
27 Money-Saving Tips from Successful Small Businesses
In economic conditions rich or lean, these tried and true cost cutting tips can fatten your bottom line.
6 Ways to Keep Your New Job Hunt Secret
You need a new job, but you don't want your current boss knowing that! Keep your search quiet and keep your job while you land a better one.
The 5 Best Serums
Facial serum is a smart addition to a skin care regimen and these five best selections are all smart choices. Get the softest, smoothest skin ever!
Junk Mail revenge part 1 - Make fast cash reselling junk mail.
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7 Credit Card Reward Tips Many People Don't Follow
Using a rewards credit card can net you lots of free stuff — if you're smart about it. Get the most value by following these suggestions.
How to Vacation in Greece for $300 or Less
Vacationing in Greece might seem expensive, but there's a way you can do it for under $300.
When Priorities Collide: How to Keep Your Head
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5 Important Tax Changes for 2016
April will be here before you know it. Are you ready for these changes to the 2016 tax code?