Beauty products are my weakness. I don't feel as guilty spending money on them because they're always cheaper than 20 dollars (well, the ones I buy anyway). But this is a bad habit
Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year. There was a simple reason--banks needed the money. With the cr
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Introverts might seem like underdogs, but while the extroverts are busy soaking up the spotlight, it's those watchful wallflowers who are winning — quietly.
Problogger Jim Wang explains how he pushed past the six-month small business plateau, kept growing, and eventually sold his blog for a cool $3 million.
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Some people have great talent. Some don’t. And then, there are those people who are OK at something and yet, through smart thinking and ingenuity, create a niche for themselves tha
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7 Homemade Beauty Treatments That Actually Work
Skip the beauty aisle and save some money, too. Go au-naturale instead with these seven homemade beauty treatments — they really work!
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Five Beauty Products I've Learned To Live Without
Beauty products are my weakness. I don't feel as guilty spending money on them because they're always cheaper than 20 dollars (well, the ones I buy anyway). But this is a bad habit
Separate Bank Accounts: 'Till Death (or Banking) Do We Part?
Many couples today boast separate bank accounts and successful relationships. But is it possible? Or are separate bank accounts a recipe for disaster?
Savers suffering as rates fall--what to do
Interest rates for ordinary savers held up pretty well after the first Fed rate cut in July last year. There was a simple reason--banks needed the money. With the cr
The 3 Best Cities With Rent Control
Is rent control your secret weapon to a coveted, affordable apartment in the country’s most expensive cities? The rules are tricky, but maybe!
Home Maintenance and Repair: What's an Emergency and What Can Wait?
If you're budget is tight and you have home repairs on the horizon, use this list to determine which projects can wait and which ones need your immediate attention.
Flashback Friday: 62 Ways Introverts Tend to Win at Life
Introverts might seem like underdogs, but while the extroverts are busy soaking up the spotlight, it's those watchful wallflowers who are winning — quietly.
How I Got Over the Hump and Sold My Blog for $3 Million
Problogger Jim Wang explains how he pushed past the six-month small business plateau, kept growing, and eventually sold his blog for a cool $3 million.
No Limit, No Interest: What’s the Deal with Charge Cards?
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7 Reasons You Are More Than Your Credit Score
You're broke. Your credit score stinks. But guess what? You're still you.
How to Turn Average Talent into Fame and Fortune
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What Every Parent Should Know About the New College Financial Aid Rules
If you have college-aged kids, then you need to know these major FAFSA changes for the 2017–2018 school year.
7 Secrets to Scoring the Best Price When Buying on eBay
Who doesn't love finding a bargain on eBay? Strike even better deals on everything from clothes to computers with these simple shopping and bidding strategies.
10 Insane, Life-Affirming, and Cheap Things You Must Do Before You Die
You don't have to be rich to live a life of adventure. Get out there and start living!
How to Handle Credit Card Debt When You're Unemployed
Credit card debt while unemployed feels like insult added to injury. But you can pull through: Here's how.
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.
11 Hobbies That Aren’t Worth the Money
It's okay to spend some money to relax and recharge, but you won't enjoy what these pricey pastimes will do to your wallet.
10 Reasons an HSA Is Actually Worth Having
Don't be intimidated by an HSA! These handy health care savings vehicles are totally worth your while.
The American Airlines Bankruptcy and Your Frequent Flier Miles
Now that AA has filed for Chapter 11, many consumers are wondering what will happen to their reservations and miles. Find out how it could affect you.