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The 5 Best Routers

One of the biggest Internet rip-offs? Internet service providers charge you to rent their routers. Save money by getting one of these.

10 Dumb Habits That Are Keeping You From Earning More Money

Career stalled? Income lagging? Sit up straight and read on to see if you're committing any of these income-sapping bad habits.

5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 01/23

Today's deals include 50% off Women's Outerwear, $9.99 Hanes Men's 10 Pack Crew Socks, 50% off Men's Sweaters, and more!

9 Freshman Shopping Tips to Cut College Costs

From dorm room essentials to new duds, college costs go beyond just tuition. Save big bucks by shopping with these tips in mind.

The Many Reasons to Make Do with Less

Why would someone choose to have less than they could? Lots of reasons. There are as many ways to live large as there are people who refuse to think small. Over the time I've be

Life Skills 101: How to Deliver Bad News to Anyone

Bad news isn't easy for anybody involved — speaker or listener. Make it as painless as possible by following these suggestions.

5 Ways to Get Someone to Say "Yes"

A lot of what we do in life comes down to persuading people to say "yes." Here's to how get to that yes faster and more often.

My Bank Stole My Grocery Money

My bank charged me almost $100 in overdraft fees, even though my bank statement never went negative. As one of my colleagues here at Wise Bread reported last week, banks use this s

You Won't Believe How Good These Low-Calorie Desserts Taste

Get your sweet on without the guilt and fewer of the calories with these healthier alternatives to your favorite sweet treats.

Everything You Need to Know About Unemployment Insurance

Unemployment remains high, even years after the Great Recession. If the worst happens with your job, here's how to get help.

20 Essential Life Hacks for Summer

Ready or not, summer is right around the corner. Beat the heat and have more fun with these essential summertime life hacks.

10 Words to Never Use in a Job Interview

Honestly, how you say it matters almost as what you say. Don't make the wrong impression at a job interview by using these words.

These Are the 5 Best Fitness Trackers for Your Money

Digital fitness trackers are cool — and often pricey. These options will collect all your sweat data, but they won't take all of your dough.

11 Small Ways to Save Big on Ink

Printers are cheap but printer ink is pricey. One-time and day-to-day adjustments can help prevent waste and save money.

9 Jobs You May Not Have Considered (But Should)

Wondering about how you'll make a living? Don't discount these jobs, which are all in demand and offer meaningful work.

6 "Good" Habits That May Actually Be Hurting You

Even good habits take effort, so make sure the ones you've committed to aren't actually doing more harm than they're worth.

Freelance Your Way to More Income and Flexibility

The Internet has changed so much of our lives — especially our work lives. Harness the power of the network so set yourself free.

Top 10 "Unusual" Uses For Duct Tape

From wallets to emergency sunglasses and even boats, duct tape really can fix (or make) almost anything.

Stop Making These 7 Basic Budget Mistakes

If your budget keeps biting the dust, it might be because you're constantly making these basic mistakes.

10 Things Healthy People DO NOT Have in Their Homes

Make your next decluttering campaign all about getting rid of the stuff that's making you sick — like all this stuff.