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While consumers already have to be on constant alert about so many things involving their personal finances, there are still those that find ways to take advantage of a bad situati
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For more than two years now writing at Wise Bread, my whole thesis has been that frugality leads to freedom—if you can live cheaply enough, you can choose whatever work calls you,
Your FICO credit score has a direct bearing on what kind of interest you can expect to pay on a loan, a mortgage or any other similar product. Many employers and landlords als
You know the sedentary lifestyle is bad for you, so use these tips to get up offa that thing and start feeling better. It's a lot easier than you think!
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What Is in a Barrel of Oil?
I had no idea just how much gasoline was contained in a barrel. Much to my surprise, my guess of 50 gallons of gasoline was way, way off.
I Challenge You To Beat My Price.
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How (and Why) to Buy Life Insurance
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7 Deadly Energy Sinners: The Energy Hogs Hiding in Your Home
You'll find power guzzlers in both likely and unlikely places around your home. But by making some fairly painless changes, you can see big savings.
The Google Way: A Book Review (And a Chance to Win!)
I don’t know why I’ve put off reading and reviewing this book. It’s one that was on my “must-read” list for some time. With its common-sense but unique approach to business manage
Best Money Tips: Tips for End of Year Tax Planning
Today we found some fantastic articles on tips for end of year tax planning, ways to reduce risk in 2014, and the basic principles for growing wealth.
Look Out Consumers: Debt Collections Get Scarier
While consumers already have to be on constant alert about so many things involving their personal finances, there are still those that find ways to take advantage of a bad situati
What You Should Do If You're Stumped During an Interview
Your resume worked and you landed an interview! Don't blow it now with a bad answer to a tough question.
15 Little Known Ways to Save at Disneyland
That Mouse doesn't need all your money! Before you head to the happiest place on Earth, brush up these magical ways to save.
Best Money Tips: Recession Gives Rise to Bad Haircuts
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. This week brings a brief explanation of yard sale litigation, how the recession is bringing in some bad hair business, and the t
5 Thoughts I Had After Paying Off My Credit Card Debt
A lot goes through your mind when you finally overcome credit card debt. After "Whoo-Hoo!," what comes next?
6 Signs Your College Is a Scam
Higher education is always a good idea, right? Wrong. Some colleges are a total scam.
31 Essential Kitchen Tools All Frugal Cooks Need
If your tiny kitchen space doesn't have these essentials, you're not living your best life.
Book Review: The Trap
For more than two years now writing at Wise Bread, my whole thesis has been that frugality leads to freedom—if you can live cheaply enough, you can choose whatever work calls you,
Term vs Whole Life Insurance: Here's How to Choose
You know you need life insurance. But the real question is, what kind?
Weird Money Facts: 5 True Cases of Unbelievable Inflation
A dollar doesn't seem go as far as it used to, does it? Compared to these cases of inflation truly run amok, the dollar is the Rock of Gibraltar!
9 Frugal Gifts for the Person Who Needs a Nap
Question: Who in your life needs a nap? Answer: Everyone! Here's what to get them for the holidays.
Secrets to World Travel (and Blogging About It)
There's a lot to know (or rather, to learn) about traveling the world and writing about it. These two books can help you get up and go.
How a Solid Credit Score Saves You Money
Your FICO credit score has a direct bearing on what kind of interest you can expect to pay on a loan, a mortgage or any other similar product. Many employers and landlords als
6 Simple Ways to Get More Exercise Without Working Out
You know the sedentary lifestyle is bad for you, so use these tips to get up offa that thing and start feeling better. It's a lot easier than you think!