I don't just mean that the rate of inflation is higher than the government's reported rate--that's evident to anyone who's paying attention. But there are other co
What exactly is your credit score? What factors are weighed when you apply for a loan? How can you improve your credit and ability to get great loan rates? And how can you unwittin
It's a much older secret than "The Secret," and much truer: Most lucky people are good planners and good decision makers. To a non-planner, a broken-down car is lousy
It's not every day a thrift store find turns out to be a DaVinci, but that doesn't mean your everyday finds aren't worth something. What's hiding in your attic?
In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
Today we found some fantastic articles on ways to save a buck right this minute, part-time jobs with health insurance, and saving money on school supplies.
You can always tell when inflation has become ingrained in an economy--you start hearing people say, "Buy now before the price goes up!" I remember hearing that a lot in the late
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Is WaMu on the way out? Also, learn to control your ego as a means to control your spending, find out how to bargain the right w
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Inflation is worse than you think
I don't just mean that the rate of inflation is higher than the government's reported rate--that's evident to anyone who's paying attention. But there are other co
4 New Year Budget Resolutions You Should Make Now
Chances are you'll make one or two financial resolutions on New Year's Eve. All we're saying is: Why wait?
The Four C's of Applying for and Managing your Credit
What exactly is your credit score? What factors are weighed when you apply for a loan? How can you improve your credit and ability to get great loan rates? And how can you unwittin
6 Genius Ways to Save on Cyber Monday
Cross a few names off your gift list the easy way by taking advantage of Cyber Monday deals. You'll save time, money, and some sanity.
Saving for Retirement: Highlights From Our Chat With CalSavers
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with CalSavers on Saving for Retirement!
Best Money Tips: How to Have an Eco-Friendly Holiday
Today we found ways to have an eco-friendly holiday, the best holiday goods to buy at dollar stores, and rules that every smart shopper lives by.
Making Your Own Luck is No "Secret"
It's a much older secret than "The Secret," and much truer: Most lucky people are good planners and good decision makers. To a non-planner, a broken-down car is lousy
Why Superstition Makes You Buy Insurance
Our illogical brains lead us to buy insurance when we need it the least and forget about it when we need it the most. Here's how to change the cycle.
Best Money Tips: Loyalty Programs You've Never Heard Of
Today we found customer loyalty programs you’ve never heard of, overlooked expenses that ruin your budget, and cheap ways to treat yourself.
Ask the Readers: Are You Prepared for a Natural Disaster?
Tell us if are prepared for a natural disaster and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The 5 Best Toaster Ovens
Whether you want to toast up some bread or do some counter-top cooking, a toaster oven is great tool for energy-efficient food preparation.
7 Everyday Things That Are Surprisingly Awesome Investments
It's not every day a thrift store find turns out to be a DaVinci, but that doesn't mean your everyday finds aren't worth something. What's hiding in your attic?
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Resolutions for 2014?
Tell us about your 2014 resolutions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Money Saving Tips for Seniors
Today we found some fantastic articles on money saving tips for seniors, avoiding online rental scams, and getting out of debt.
Are some lives so empty that an iPhone 3G will fill the void?
In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Recent Splurge?
Tell us about your most recent splurge and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save a Buck Right This Minute
Today we found some fantastic articles on ways to save a buck right this minute, part-time jobs with health insurance, and saving money on school supplies.
Why save during an inflation?
You can always tell when inflation has become ingrained in an economy--you start hearing people say, "Buy now before the price goes up!" I remember hearing that a lot in the late
4 Starbucks Drinks You Can Easily Make Yourself
Oh, sure, save $40 a week by cutting back on lattes — but what do you treat yourself with instead? These four great low-lucre libations.
Best Money Tips: WaMu Go Bye-Bye?
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