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Book Review: Rich Like Them by Ryan D'Agostino
One summer my mother showed me a series of articles in Money magazine by a reporter named Ryan D'Agostino who knocked on the doors of expensive homes to find out how the occupants
How to Create Barriers to Your Savings
All it takes is one weak moment to reach into your checking account or connected savings account and use those funds on something frivolous. That's why it's important to protec
You Missed a Student Loan Payment. Now What?
Whoops — did you miss a student loan payment? Don't panic! Here's how to fix your situation.
13 Things to Teach Your Kids About Credit Cards
Credit cards can be dangerous tool in the wrong hands. Educate your kids before they ruin their credit.
The 4 Types of Clutterers: Which One Are You?
Cutting clutter can be easier if you understand why you have so much stuff. Check out this expert advice about the types of clutterers — and cleaning tips for each.
Are You Choosing the Right Fund for Your Portfolio?
ETFs are rapidly becoming one of the more popular investments, hot on mutual funds' tail. So how exactly are they different?
Optimize Your IRA and 401(k)
Your IRA and 401(k) (or 403(b) if you work for a non-profit) are great tools for deferring taxes, and have other advantages as well. But because they're labeled "retirement" accou
Best Money Tips: Recession Gives Rise to Bad Haircuts
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Earn Free Travel Sooner With These Frequent Flyer Mileage Secrets
Make your frequent flyer miles work for you, and earn free travel fast!
5 Ways to Live Better Without Spending More
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11 Painless Ways to Trick Yourself Into Eating Less
Invite psychology and biology to your next meal and leave more on the plate instead of around your waist.
Flashback Friday: 54 Frugal Hobbies You Should Try Immediately
A new hobby doesn't need to drain your bank account. Have fun learning a new skill for next to zero dollars!
How to Brag About Yourself to Employers (Without Sounding Like a Jerk)
If you won't sell yourself to potential employers, who will? Here's how to get over your bashfulness and get the job.
Cash for Appliances: Get a Cash Rebate for Buying New Appliances
Last year the Cash for Clunkers program gave out billions of dollars in rebates for purchasing new cars. This spring a smaller rebate program called Cash for Appliances is rolling
How to Get All of the Benefits of Your Credit Cards — and None of the Costs
Credit card companies know that consumers can't resist shiny rewards programs. Learn how to get the rewards, with none of the guilt (or debt!).
Ask the Readers: What's Your Favorite Wise Bread Article? (Your Chance to win $20!)
This week, we're asking what your favorite article on Wise Bread has been. Let us know which posts are up your alley, or what you'd LIKE to see here on Wise Bread. If you share you
Weird Money Facts: 5 True Cases of Unbelievable Inflation
A dollar doesn't seem go as far as it used to, does it? Compared to these cases of inflation truly run amok, the dollar is the Rock of Gibraltar!
Are You Listening to TED?
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Best Money Tips: DIY Cold Remedies From Around the World
Today we found articles on DIY cold remedies from around the world, simple money challenges to beef up your savings, and ways to hack your KitchenAid stand mixer.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Live in the Big City on a Small Budget
Today we found articles on ways to live in the big city on a small budget, tips for flying first class on the cheap, and affordable European vacation destinations.