One of my close friends at work can often be heard saying “man, if only I had the F.U. money.” By that, of course, he means that if he had enough money to not care about losing his
We often think that having more choices is better. But in reality, having more options might cause us to make bad decisions — like getting risky mortgages.
Today we found some great articles on signs you may be a shopaholic, making your life easier by snapping a photo, and planning for worst-case scenarios.
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
April 29 is that day we've all been waiting for, the day when Ben & Jerry rain their delicious ice cream cones down upon the public for free. Or at least their teen-age emp
It might seem like creativity would flourish best in the absence of any constraining routine. In fact, the opposite is true: Having a routine is very useful for protecting your c
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This Is How Much the Fed's Interest Rate Hike Might Cost You
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What would you do with the F.U. money?
One of my close friends at work can often be heard saying “man, if only I had the F.U. money.” By that, of course, he means that if he had enough money to not care about losing his
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Wise Bread's Guide to Valentine's Day
From great gifts to delicious food to frugal date ideas, discover Wise Bread's favorite ways to celebrate romance.
6 Emergency Fund Myths You Should Stop Believing
You know you need an emergency fund. Don't let these common misconceptions keep you from starting one!
The Paradox of Choice and the Mortgage Crisis
We often think that having more choices is better. But in reality, having more options might cause us to make bad decisions — like getting risky mortgages.
Best Money Tips: Signs You May Be a Shopaholic
Today we found some great articles on signs you may be a shopaholic, making your life easier by snapping a photo, and planning for worst-case scenarios.
The 4 Myths of Buying in Bulk Dispelled
Here are the 4 misconceptions we typically attribute to bulk buying, and the truth for each.
Best Money Tips: How to Save on Banking Fees
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Ask The Readers: Do You Have Pets?
Tell us whether or not you have pets and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask The Readers: Do You Have Multiple Sources of Income?
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Best Money Tips: Alternative Uses for Household Items
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
Ask the Readers: Do You Go to Sporting Events?
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Gas Is High Enough….
Watching my local newscast a few nights ago, I was disturbed by the assumption that the anchor made regarding rising gas prices and consumer reaction.
Best Money Tips: How to Find Amazon Freebies
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Free Ice Cream Day Is Tomorrow!
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The 5 Best Microdermabrasion Products
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Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Cleaning Tip?
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Being routinely creative
It might seem like creativity would flourish best in the absence of any constraining routine. In fact, the opposite is true: Having a routine is very useful for protecting your c