One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
Wondering how to use creative talents to pay the bills now and build for retirement later? Last week, I spoke with Texas wildflower artist Linda Calvert Jacobson about what works f
The housing and mortgage industries took a giant leap backwards last year. Read about what you need to do if you are finally ready to buy the home you've been looking for.
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we go over what you can expect with a new Apple iPad, how to use up the leftover juice from your canned fruit, and
Today we found articles on financial tips for the “Sandwich Generation”, ethical clothing brands that are also affordable, and tips for throwing an ugly Christmas sweater party.
There's a lot of weight loss advice out there that's either unsustainable or doesn't deliver results. Learn what really works — and how it could help you.
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Everything You Need to Know About Flood Insurance
When it rains, it pours — and when it does, that flood insurance you've hated paying for will seem like a pretty smart investment.
When to Use Savings to Pay Off Debt
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
Best of Personal Finance: Solar Eclipse/Moon Landing Edition
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
Wondering how to use creative talents to pay the bills now and build for retirement later? Last week, I spoke with Texas wildflower artist Linda Calvert Jacobson about what works f
Sous Vide Is the Fancy Cooking Technique That Saves You Money, Too
The French know a thing or two about delicious, efficient cooking. Why not try sous vide in your own kitchen?
Save a $100,000 with a Do It Yourself Taste Test
Conduct a do it yourself taste test and save $100,000. Decide whether you prefer the generic or brand name in one afternoon sitting.
This Is the Best Music to Listen to If You Want to Be Productive
Need to bear down and get some work done? Crank the tunes, but not just any tunes — these tunes.
How Much Personal Finance Info Should You Share?
TMI doesn't just apply to your health and love life. You might not want to spill all the beans on your finances, either.
How to Prepare for a Home Purchase in 2010
The housing and mortgage industries took a giant leap backwards last year. Read about what you need to do if you are finally ready to buy the home you've been looking for.
8 Ways to Track Your Diet and Fitness for Free
Fitness experts will tell you that tracking progress is a good motivator. These free tools will help you do that, without hurting your budget goals.
9 Frugal Skills You Must Have to Survive Autumn
In order to make it to the Christmas season with some money in the bank, you need to make fall as frugal as possible. Here's how.
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: What the iPad Is and Is Not
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we go over what you can expect with a new Apple iPad, how to use up the leftover juice from your canned fruit, and
Is This Hidden Cost Sapping Your Retirement Savings?
You may know how fund expenses can sap retirement accounts, but some funds also have even sneakier fees you should be aware of.
5 Amazing Online Cooking Shows That Teach You All the Skills You Need
Looking to hone your cooking skills? These lively and informative shows will transform your cookery from stale toast to devil's food cake.
Best Money Tips: Financial Tips for the Sandwich Generation
Today we found articles on financial tips for the “Sandwich Generation”, ethical clothing brands that are also affordable, and tips for throwing an ugly Christmas sweater party.
7 Last-Minute Ways to Cut Your 2016 Tax Bill
Tick tock, the year's almost up! Before 2017 comes ringing in, make sure you check off these last-minute ways to cut your '16 tax bill.
Ask the Readers: Are Checks a Thing of the Past? (Chance to win $20!)
Let us know if checks are still a part of your life, and you'll be entered to win onf of two $20 Amazon gift cards!
7 Killer Ways to Really, Actually Lose Weight
There's a lot of weight loss advice out there that's either unsustainable or doesn't deliver results. Learn what really works — and how it could help you.
What Freelancers and Side Giggers Need to Know About Income Taxes
Uncle Sam wants his due from everybody. That means you too, freelancers.
Best Money Tips: Carry a Water Bottle to Save Money
Discover the savings in a water bottle, cheap ingredient substitutions, 15 out-of-the-box ways to use petroleum jelly, and more!