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Is a Prepaid Debit Card Really Cheaper and Better than a Bank Debit Card?

A few month ago, my husband received an unsolicited Visa Debit Card from NetSpend and I wrote about it here on Wise Bread. What I found interesting was that several commenters defe

Student Loan Debt in Collections? Try These 5 Steps

The student loan default rate is rising. If you ever find yourself falling behind, here's how to catch up.

Best Money Tips: 6 Things That Make Your Cover Letter Suck

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We are ready to tackle 2010's federal tax bill, the pros and cons of debt settlement companies, and all the ways you shouldn't w

12 House-Hunting Red Flags You Can't Ignore

From strange smells to wacky wiring, you shouldn't ignore these house-hunting red flags. Read on for 10 more.

25 Frugal Things I Do, 4 Spendthrift Confessions

On a regular basis, I review, update and fine-tune my list of 25 Frugal Habits. Home-made spa treatments and a cable-free home are a few of my top money-saving habits. Recycling, e

5 Signs It’s Time to See a Credit Counselor

Don't navigate the murky waters of debt alone. A credit counselor may be the guiding light you need.

Are Americans Experiencing Frugality Fatigue?

Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t

Best Money Tips: Cheap Ways to Treat Yourself

Today we found some fantastic articles on cheap ways to treat yourself, chanves to 2013 tax returns, and establihsing a difficult but rewarding habit.

Beginner's Guide to Reading a Stock Table

Getting stuck between the columns of a stock table? They're simpler than they look. Let's break down how to read one!

Get the Job You Want With the Right Professional Image

Who are you? Make sure everybody knows your story with these keys to personal brand development.

Best Money Tips: The X-Men Guide to Unlocking Your Financial Mutant Powers

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. This week, we get all X-Men on your finances with an entertaining look at the financial powers that each character may hold. We'

5 Things You Can Do in 15 Minutes That Could Save You $1,500 This Year

Looking for more ways to cut costs? These five ways cost hardly any time, but the savings add up to nearly $1,500 a year.

Make Easy Money and Learn a Thing or Two About Website Design

Finding new ways to make some extra cash are a dime a dozen. But how many of them are interesting and teach you something useful at the same time? Here is one way to make some extr

Best Money Tips: Things You Should and Shouldn’t Buy at Walmart

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. In this article, we tell you what you should and shouldn’t buy at mega-retailer Walmart, how you can walk out of Vegas a bit les

5 Times You Can Score a Great Deal on a New Car

While a brand-new car is not the most frugal way to buy a new-to-you set of wheels, if you must, let the calendar help you save some money.

Best of Personal Finance Roundup: How to Hide Naughty Credit Card Purchases

Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. In this article, we show you what "naughty" purchases you should avoid putting on your credit card, how to cook a pork roa

This Is How You Declutter and Keep Your Stuff, Too

What if you could declutter and still keep all your awesome stuff? You can — here's how!

The Real Cost of Moving to Canada (If That's Your Post-Election Plan)

The divisive '16 election has folks eyeing our neighbor to the north. Seriously. But what would it cost to "flee" to Canada?

12 Extreme Ways to Save Money That Could Work for You

If money's tight or if you're trying to reach a lofty savings goal, try cutting spending to the bone with these extreme cost cutters.

Flashback Friday: 47 Brilliant Ways to Save Money on Dinner

Looking for ways to make tonight's dinner on the cheap? Look no further.