A HUD-approved foreclosure prevention counselor shares what she's learned helping homeowners through the housing crisis — and how you can avoid the same fate.
The evidence is clear that multitasking isn't very productive. But that doesn't mean multitasking isn't an efficient use of time — if you can learn to juggle.
A recent Wise Bread article explored whether the career advice “do what you love” is idealistic or sensible. I don’t see it as black or white; this article examines a few x-factors
Making sure you drink enough water each day isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these smart water bottles and you'll stay hydrated all day long.
From discovering the best areas and times to dive to knowing what to look out for and what gear you need, learn proven strategies for successful and safe dumpster diving.
What do you think it takes to "budget" effectively? And do you do so yourself? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!
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The 5 Best Treadmills
No more excuses! Having a treadmill at home can make it a lot easier to exercise. Here are our picks for the five best.
Dirty Little Secrets: Shocking Germ Hotspots You Touch Every Day
There are germs WHERE? Find out where those microscopic baddies hide, and then follow your mother's advice and wash your hands!
How to Tell if Your 401K Is a Good or a Bad One
The sad truth is that some 401K plans offer bad investments with high fees. Learn how to evaluate yours before you lose too much.
How to Build Credit Without Using Credit Cards
You need to build your credit history, but you want to do it without traditional credit cards. Okay! Here's where you can start.
These Are the 8 Most Common Homebuying Mistakes Foreclosure Experts See
A HUD-approved foreclosure prevention counselor shares what she's learned helping homeowners through the housing crisis — and how you can avoid the same fate.
The Surprisingly Easy Way to Change Your Habits and Your Life
Replacing bad habits with good ones is easier than you'd think. Here's how a Wise Bread writer turned a social media habit into a family time habit.
Cheap Passport Pictures (Part Two): Online Ordering
A year and a half ago, I wrote a post about how to fashion your own passport photos for unde
10 Travel Destinations for People Who Hate Crowds
If crowded beaches and bustling city centers aren't your thing, we've got just the vacation spots you (and no one else) are looking for.
The Simple Way to Make Multitasking Actually Work
The evidence is clear that multitasking isn't very productive. But that doesn't mean multitasking isn't an efficient use of time — if you can learn to juggle.
For Love or Money: Must It Be One or the Other?
A recent Wise Bread article explored whether the career advice “do what you love” is idealistic or sensible. I don’t see it as black or white; this article examines a few x-factors
5 Tips From "Playbook For Tough Times" That'll Help You Live Your Best Life
When you experience financial setbacks, turn to Donna Freedman's "Playbook For Tough Times" to get you back on track.
The 5 Best Smart Water Bottles
Making sure you drink enough water each day isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these smart water bottles and you'll stay hydrated all day long.
10 Ways to Decorate Your Christmas Tree for Under $30
Add these fun, frugal trimmings to your tree — without trimming your savings account.
Dumpster-Diving 101: 6 Strategies for Success
From discovering the best areas and times to dive to knowing what to look out for and what gear you need, learn proven strategies for successful and safe dumpster diving.
6 Great Reasons for Paying off the Mortgage on Your Home
Even though the economy is still rough, there are plenty of reasons why you should pay off your mortgage as soon as you can.
3 Great Reasons to Choose a Secondhand Engagement Ring (and Where to Find One)
Engagement rings are notoriously expensive, but if you're willing to buy second hand, you can save thousands.
Ask the Readers: Do You Honestly Follow a Budget? (Chance to win $20)
What do you think it takes to "budget" effectively? And do you do so yourself? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!
Best Credit Cards to Use For a Home Renovation
Use these credit cards to earn cash back and rewards for home renovation and remodeling purchases.
The Secret Confessions of Employees
What exactly is in Wendy's Chili? What are those big name retailers not telling you? How do you get better deals? Well, you're about to find out.
The End of the 4% Rule?
There's a rule of thumb that's pretty well known to retirement planners: the 4% rule. That rule is starting to look kind of iffy.