If you're struggling to afford Christmas this year, these rewards credit card strategies could help you save money and boost the number of gifts you can put under the tree.
Relying too much on your financial planner may be costing you. Make sure you retire the smart way, with your interests at the forefront — and not your adviser's.
You can enter a room where you could find wealth immediately, or one where you'll definitely find it...but the search might take years. Which do you choose?
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5 Ways to Use Credit Card Rewards this Christmas
If you're struggling to afford Christmas this year, these rewards credit card strategies could help you save money and boost the number of gifts you can put under the tree.
WATCH: 7 DIY Fails That Will Inspire You to Call an Expert
Some home projects just shouldn’t be attempted by anyone other than a professional. Don’t believe it? Watch these crazy DIY fails.
I Finally Canceled Comcast Cable…Before It Hurt More Than My Wallet
Treat me poorly once, Comcast, shame on you. Provide startlingly awful customer service again, and you lose my business entirely.
Sun Screens Can Really Cost You – By the Ounce or By the Tumor
Some sunscreens might not do everything they claim to. Here's how to make sure your skin is actually protected.
5 Things Your Financial Planner Isn't Telling You About Retirement
Relying too much on your financial planner may be costing you. Make sure you retire the smart way, with your interests at the forefront — and not your adviser's.
7 Smart Money Moves for Empty Nesters
After you convert your not-so-little one's room to a den or craft room, take some time to make your money all about you again, too.
Laser vs. Inkjet: Choosing the Wrong Printer Could Cost You
Can't decide between a laser or inkjet printer? Follow this guide and do the math.
Flashback Friday: 59 Tips to Help You Nail That Job Interview
Have a big job interview coming up? Don't worry, with our guide to help, you got this!
5 Investments That Aren't Stocks or Bonds
Stock ownership is at the lowest rate in almost two decades. These alternative investments may be the reason why.
The Surprising Truth of Investing: Mediocre Advice Is Best
While you might wish for superior investing advice, it turns out mediocre advice is really all you need.
Downsizing With Kids
Downsizing is happening all over the place these days. Here's some ideas to help you do more with less.
5 Financial Lessons Everyone Should Learn in Their 30s (Did You?)
Being thirty-something means adult-sized responsibilities — and adult-sized money lessons. Have you learned these key financial lessons?
You Got a Raise! Now What?
Congrats on those extra dollars in your paycheck! Don't just blow through 'em, though. Put the extra money to work.
10 Things You Think Affect Your Credit Score — But Don't
Myths abound about what does and does not impact a credit score. Read this list of "Does Nots" and know why your score is gonna be fine.
Could You Put Away a Million Dollars by Driving a Used Car?
Everyone loves that new car smell. But wouldn't you love saving that money and turning it into a million bucks even more?
Best Money Tips: How to Start Working from Home
Today, we share the steps to take when you want to work from home, a tutorial to make a reusable coffee cozy out of an old belt, and more.
Choosing Your Path to Prosperity
You can enter a room where you could find wealth immediately, or one where you'll definitely find it...but the search might take years. Which do you choose?
Trade in New Year's Resolutions for Achieving Life Goals
New Year's resolutions are nice. But this year, go a step further and instead of just making a year-long goal, make a goal for life.
6 Frugal Promises I Have Not Kept
I have made a number of public declarations of my frugal ambitions over the years here on Wise Bread. Here are some of my biggest failures.
20 Cheap and Easy Halloween Costumes for Adults
Halloween dress up is not just for kids. Preserve your dignity — and your budget — with these classic and frugal costume ideas.