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A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
The curse of momentum keeps us in our chairs, living lives we aren’t passionate about. Once stuck in a routine, it is easier to perpetually roll along in the same direction than it
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. In this article, we’ll look at 5 legal ways to get your way with your credit card companies, the 5 grammatical errors that make
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How Debt Fools People
People who have a natural aversion to debt often wonder how some people get themselves into such terrible problems with debt. Don't they know how much it costs? Don't they understa
How to Build Your Best Travel Budget
You know you need a budget for day-to-day life. Why not make one for your next great getaway, too?
Best Credit Cards for Jewelry Stores
A guide to the best jewelry store credit cards.
What Does Being Rich Mean to You Anyway?
How much money do you think you need to be considered rich? Is it solely just due to a number in your bank account?
Do You Spend More with Cash or Credit?
I totaled up all my credit card expenses in 2010 to try to figure out if I spent more using credit than I would have with cash. Here's what I found.
7 Foods Scientifically Proven to Make You Smarter
Smarten up and start eating more of these delicious whole foods that are also good for your brain.
How Families Can Earn and Use Travel Rewards
As a solo traveler, you may have your travel rewards strategy down pat. But what about when you're planning to bring the family?
7 Old Fashioned Skills That Save You Money
Take DIY to the next level (and save money) with this collection of easy-to-acquire homesteading skills.
This Is How Rich You'd Be If You'd Saved the Money You Earned in High School
Did you fritter away the earnings from your after school job? If only you'd saved it instead and let compound interest work its magic.
When Good Food Goes Bad
Your wilted lettuce has a greater destiny than the trash. Here's a quick-fix recipe to the rescue!
How to Start Fighting Debt — Today
No matter how big it is, you CAN pay down your debt. Start today — right now! — with this simple action plan.
Grocery Shopping and the 4-Minute Mile: How to Challenge Yourself
Spending less on groceries is like running a faster mile — to improve, you must challenge yourself. Here's how to perform better in any pursuit.
Front-loaded loans: a financial conspiracy?
A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
How to Organize Your Paperwork in Just 10 Minutes a Week
If your financial filing system is more "pile" than file, take heart. Learn to control your documents — and make tax time and a lot else much easier.
Taking Frugal Road Trips (Even When Gas Prices Are High)
Call your friends and pack up the car — it's road trip season! Here's how to do it on the cheap.
What to Buy (and Avoid Buying) in December
It's peak shopping season, but not every buy is a peak deal. Learn where to find the big discounts this month — and where to freeze your spending.
The Curse of Momentum
The curse of momentum keeps us in our chairs, living lives we aren’t passionate about. Once stuck in a routine, it is easier to perpetually roll along in the same direction than it
Best Money Tips: 5 More Ways to Screw Your Credit Card Company
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. In this article, we’ll look at 5 legal ways to get your way with your credit card companies, the 5 grammatical errors that make
You Won't Believe How Much You Can Save With an Ice Cube Tray
You can do a lot more with an ice tray than make ice — you can freeze your spending, reduce food waste, and more! Learn how.
12 Things You Didn't Know About Retirement
Everyone knows the basics about retirement, but there are still some surprises hidden in the complexity. Test your retirement knowledge!