Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
Borrowing extra for an energy efficient mortgage can lower your utility costs and generate significant savings...as long as you make sure the math adds up.
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
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Best Money Tips: Study Tips From a College Grad (of 10 Years)
Today, we share study tips for students in all walks of life, creative uses for egg cartons, expert advice on buying jewelry, and more!
Are You a Hothead? 10 Things Patient People Never Say
Sometimes even the best of us lose our cool. If you find yourself belting out any of these phrases frequently — you may need to tone it down.
The 5 Best Luxury Pens
Writing anything by hand in the digital age isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these luxury pens and you'll never want to stop writing.
Cleaning Out for a Cause: Make a Noncash Tax-Deductible Donation
Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
11 Fun Games That Make You Smarter, Too
Sure, games are fun, but they can also make us smarter, teach us about money, and stave off dementia. Try these brain building pastimes.
10 Scams to Avoid in 2011
Most of us work hard for our money, and last year, scammers worked hard to take it away from us. Here are last year's top scams and how to avoid them.
10 Ways You're Wasting Time Without Realizing It
Where has the day gone? Maybe you've wasted it on one or more of these little time sinks.
4 Stocks to Buy If You Love Moms
Mom has always been there for you. Be there for her — and all mothers — by investing in these companies who love moms.
Best Money Tips: Things Broke People Say
Today, we share the things that broke people, ways to boost your career, all-natural remedies to stress, and more!
12 Ideas for Cheap, Festive, Fall Decor
Fall has… fallen again... and that means festive decor. Make your home fit for the season with these fun, frugal fall projects.
Start Planning Now for When Your Target-Date Fund Ends
Target-date funds are a common way to help you save for retirement. But what happens when they actually hit their target?
Energy Efficient Mortgages: Borrowing More to Save
Borrowing extra for an energy efficient mortgage can lower your utility costs and generate significant savings...as long as you make sure the math adds up.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save $1,000 by Black Friday
Today we found some great articles on saving $1,000 by Black Friday, why you should book holiday travel now, and finding ideas for part time business.
Here's How Often Your Credit Score Gets Calculated
You know your credit score can fluctuate. But you should also know what causes this — and how you can use it to your advantage.
Wise Bread's Best and Worst Financial Decisions in 2010
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
10 Things You Don't Actually Need to Buy for Your New Baby (Plus 5 You Must)
It's tempting to fill up a baby registry with all sorts of newborn gear. Resist the urge and focus on stuff you'll really use.
7 Super Splurges of the Rich and Famous
Celebrities understandably have lots of money to spend, but these pricey purchases are difficult to comprehend.
Choosing a Luxury Eccentricity
A useful tactic for dealing with those who think you need to spend more, a luxury eccentricity helps deflect criticism while allowing you to indulge.
5 Money Lessons People Learn at Their First Job
A first job teaches plenty about getting and keeping a job. A first paycheck teaches us a few things about getting and keeping money, too.
How to Save Big at a Going Out of Business Sale
Don't show up at a going out of business sale without these shopping tips in your bag