I found myself in a strange battle of wills last week. My favorite store, Target, was having another one of those spectacular sales. Red tags featuring the 75% off, and the rare 90
It seems like, every other week, there is some natural disaster threatening people’s homes. Worrying about that sort of thing has lead me to be a little more prepared than I might
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Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
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When it comes to living longer, healthier lives, it's the little things that count. Add a few (or all!) of these habits to your routine and feel better, longer.
You did something right on your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile and landed the interview. Don't blow it know by making a bad first impression.
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90% off is not a deal if you don’t need it.
I found myself in a strange battle of wills last week. My favorite store, Target, was having another one of those spectacular sales. Red tags featuring the 75% off, and the rare 90
Rebuilding After A Disaster: Create A Home Inventory Now
It seems like, every other week, there is some natural disaster threatening people’s homes. Worrying about that sort of thing has lead me to be a little more prepared than I might
How Wisebread helped me get 45mpg out of my 28mpg car.
There have been several great articles written by my fellow Wisebread writers on gas efficient driving , slowing down and hypermiling . I think the sign of a good blog is that we
Rural living in a world with expensive fuel
Rising fuel costs are hard on everybody, but one group gets hit especially hard: Rural folks--especially rural folks who work in town. On my previous posts on expensive fuel,
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Springtime Activity?
Tell us about your favorite springtime activity and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Patriotism and Personal Finance - A Brief Walk Through American History
To all the Americans out there, happy Independence Day! I think this a great day to reflect upon how personal finance and patriotism is so intertwined in America. So I dug up a f
Is a Balance Transfer Offer a Good Deal?
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Track your spending. Or not.
One of the most universal bits of advice from financial planners is to track your spending. It's also one of the most universally rejected bits of financial advice--rejected by pe
5 Ways to Say "No" to Friends and Family
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5 Unexpected Side Benefits of Your Side Hustle
Making extra money on the side isn't only about the extra money — find out about the other perks that come with a side job.
7 Reasons Why I Savings Bonds Are a Good Choice for New Investors
Safety, low minimums, and other advantages make I Saving Bonds a good choice for new investors.
Live Long and Prosper With These 15 Small Healthy Habits
When it comes to living longer, healthier lives, it's the little things that count. Add a few (or all!) of these habits to your routine and feel better, longer.
How Much Would It Cost to Actually Live Like a Queen for a Day?
You'd need awfully deep pockets to lead a lifestyle fit for a queen.
9 Things You Need to Know About a Home Appraisal
If you're a total newbie to the housing market, a home appraisal is your ticket to paying a fair price.
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You did something right on your resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile and landed the interview. Don't blow it know by making a bad first impression.
14 Frugal Ways to Meet and Stay in Touch With People Around the World
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How to Make Amazon Prime Day Actually Worth It This Year
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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.
11 Budgeting Skills Everyone Should Master
Stop dreading the "b-word." Mastering these simple budgeting skills will put you on the path to financial wellbeing.
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.