What are we teaching our children about wants and needs this Christmas? At my local bank branch the 'give to the needy' Christmas tree has reached new levels of tackiness.
If you're worried about getting hard inquiries on your credit report for applying for a secured credit card, try these cards that don't require credit checks.
Conversations about money are never fun in relationships, but they're very necessary. And when one partner is getting too controlling, here's how to deal.
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The Bank Christmas Tree
What are we teaching our children about wants and needs this Christmas? At my local bank branch the 'give to the needy' Christmas tree has reached new levels of tackiness.
Make Pizza Night Fun Again With These 30 Pizza Sauce Alternatives
Don't settle for the same old pizza with red sauce and traditional toppings. Sauce and top your pizza crust with these terrific alternatives.
The 5 Best Long Lasting AA Batteries
Are those batteries dead again? Replace them with one of these long-lasting options.
Did Your Parents Give You a Whole Life Insurance Policy? Here's What to Do With It.
What is whole life insurance all about? If you have any questions about this, read on.
Is Uber Saving or Costing You Money?
We all know that Uber is super convenient, but is it actually saving you money? Let's find out!
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Holiday Shortcuts?
Tell us about your holiday shortcuts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
10 Ways to Salvage a Burnt Meal
So your dinner got a little overdone. Instead of throwing food (and money!) in the trash, save it instead.
The 6 Best Ways to Invest Just $100 Per Month This Year
Now that 2020 has begun, make sure you're setting your future self up for success by investing just $100 per month.
America Is the No Vacation Nation
Studies show that Americans are not using all their vacation time and are not given as much vacation time as other developed countries to begin with.
How Travel Rewards Credit Cards Really Work
Earning and redeeming travel rewards may seem more complicated than ever. Get the latest on how best to get and spend travel rewards.
Ask the Readers: Do You Rent or Own Your Home?
Tell us if you rent or own your home and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
8 Negotiating Skills Everyone Should Master
Regardless of your job, negotiation is a communication skill that everyone should master. It could save you BIG.
The Best Secured Credit Cards that Don’t Require Credit Checks
If you're worried about getting hard inquiries on your credit report for applying for a secured credit card, try these cards that don't require credit checks.
Never Order Fish on Mondays and 7 Other Bad Days to Buy Stuff
Mark your calendar and hide your wallet. These shopping days of the week, month, and even year come with higher prices and lower quality.
How to Deal With a Partner Who Is Too Controlling With Money
Conversations about money are never fun in relationships, but they're very necessary. And when one partner is getting too controlling, here's how to deal.
2009 Entertainment Book Giveaway
As a special gift to one lucky Wise Bread reader, the publishers of Entertainment.com has given me a 2009 Entertainment Book to give away!
From $5 to $30+, Date Ideas for Every Budget
No matter what your budget is or how long you've been together, you'll find something fun (and romantic!) to do on this list of 50 cheap date ideas.
Are You Getting Charged by a Text Message Scam?
One writer shares her story about being charged for a cellphone text message service she never signed up for — and how you can avoid the same scam.
5 Reasons a Big Paycheck Is Not Worth Staying in a Job You Hate
Financial independence is the goal for us all, but it shouldn't come at the cost of a despicable job.
7 Ways to Tell If That Used Car Used to Be an Uber
Uber and Lyft drivers sell their cars just like the rest of us. Here's how to tell if you're about to buy one.