I want to keep this factual. This is not an article on who should be the next President, or as these campaigns usually go, who shouldn’t be President. This is a simple presentation
My brother told me once that, when he was in college, he handled money this way: "When I got paid, I set aside enough money for cigarettes, then spent the rest buying pizza and bee
Today my friend showed me an article about a Toyota engineer who died from overwork. Apparently the 45 year old Japanese man was working 80 hours of overtime a week for two months
It has occurred to me that tapping into one’s home equity can be like pawning a gold necklace, television set, or other personal item with resale value. Both involve using collater
New investors may be tempted to move their mutual fund investments into an actively managed fund. Choose an index fund instead to avoid a costly mistake.
In case you hadn't noticed, stock markets around the world have done some crazy things this week. At this point, I think we're all a little lightheaded, wondering if we should be w
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Montreal is a gorgeous city with plenty of history, outdoor activities, and culture. The best part? It can also be an incredibly affordable place to visit.
I’m sure many of you remember Andrea’s recent Facebook ad debacle (the one where she was continually fed irrelevant, and sometimes insulting, ads while browsing.) Here at Wise Bre
Charge cards, like their credit card cousins, allow cardholders to use plastic cards to make purchases and then pay at the end of a settlement period, typically on a monthly basis. [more]
Today we found some awesome articles on things to get done before year-end, bouncing back from a financial slip up, and financial New Year's resolutions.
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I want to keep this factual. This is not an article on who should be the next President, or as these campaigns usually go, who shouldn’t be President. This is a simple presentation
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With just a few small tweaks to your routine, soon you'll be treading lightly and carrying a heavy wallet.
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My brother told me once that, when he was in college, he handled money this way: "When I got paid, I set aside enough money for cigarettes, then spent the rest buying pizza and bee
Your Work or Your Life?
Today my friend showed me an article about a Toyota engineer who died from overwork. Apparently the 45 year old Japanese man was working 80 hours of overtime a week for two months
Begin Your Investing Career Right With Some Mutual Fund Basics
Buying mutual funds is a simple way to build an investment portfolio. Here are the basics to get you started.
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If, God forbid, you were to lose everything, what would you need to get by? Start with the basics and work your way up.
7 Lessons I Learned About Money After Living in Mexico
Living abroad can really broaden your horizons, especially when it comes to money.
Why Index Funds Are the Best Choice for New Investors
New investors may be tempted to move their mutual fund investments into an actively managed fund. Choose an index fund instead to avoid a costly mistake.
Breathing Easy on the Financial Rollercoaster
In case you hadn't noticed, stock markets around the world have done some crazy things this week. At this point, I think we're all a little lightheaded, wondering if we should be w
Get Your Home Cleaner Than a Pro Can — And Save Big
Save money on a cleaning service by using a little elbow grease of your own. Your home will sparkle — and it's a lot easier than you think!
Make Guerrilla Job Hunting Work for You
Any job search can seem brutal and competitive. Here's how to stand out without going overboard.
The 5 Best Noise Canceling Headphones
Whether you work in a busy office, travel a lot, or just love listening to music, these headphones deliver spectacular audio quality and minimize distractions.
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Woo-hoo, grilling season is back! Cut the cost of our favorite way to spend a summer evening with some easy frugal outdoor cooking tips.
The Private Financial Information You Must Share
Couples often split finance chores across multiple accounts, which makes management difficult, especially in emergencies. Learn what you must share.
Fun and Frugal Ways to Enjoy Montreal
Montreal is a gorgeous city with plenty of history, outdoor activities, and culture. The best part? It can also be an incredibly affordable place to visit.
Help Make Wise Bread Better (and Win a Free Wise Bread Book)
I’m sure many of you remember Andrea’s recent Facebook ad debacle (the one where she was continually fed irrelevant, and sometimes insulting, ads while browsing.) Here at Wise Bre
No Limit, No Interest: What’s the Deal with Charge Cards?
Charge cards, like their credit card cousins, allow cardholders to use plastic cards to make purchases and then pay at the end of a settlement period, typically on a monthly basis. [more]
Best Money Tips: Things to Get Done Before Year-End
Today we found some awesome articles on things to get done before year-end, bouncing back from a financial slip up, and financial New Year's resolutions.