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Financial adviser and Certified Financial Planner are not the same thing. Jeff Rose, CFP for WiseBread.com explains what it takes to earn the CFP designation.
It seems like everyday the folks in Washington are rolling out a new plan to fix our economy. The Federal Reserve is running out of room to cut their federal funds rate, so now th
A Personal Health Record (PHR) gives you direct control over your health records, the very information used by doctors to diagnose, treat, and care for patients. It might sound cli
More aggressive and less conventional than typical retirement plans, guerrilla retirement goes beyond the 401(k). Here's how to prepare for your own guerrilla retirement.
You can't avoid hearing about them these days--people making stupid financial choices. I heard a while back from a woman with huge debts wanting arguments for convincing her husba
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Stay Thin and Save
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Best Money Tips: Slash Your Water Bill
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to slash your water bill, saving at the farmer's market, and ways to make money.
6 Pearls of Career Wisdom From Brian Tracy
Find yourself stumbling down your career path? We've collected some favorite tips from motivational expert Brian Tracy to get you back on track.
Peak Debt
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3 Ways to Save Hundreds (or Even Thousands) of Dollars Without Thinking
These three methods barely require any effort — and they can have huge results.
6 Money Moves to Make When You Move Back Home With Your Parents
A huge percentage of Millennials move back home with Mom and Dad. These money moves will help them get their financial footing.
Make Your Own Self-tanning Lotion and 5 Other Fabulous DIY Tips from the Web
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Best Credit Cards for Bad Credit
If you have bad credit you can start rebuilding with these credit cards.
What Does It Take to Become a CFP?
Financial adviser and Certified Financial Planner are not the same thing. Jeff Rose, CFP for WiseBread.com explains what it takes to earn the CFP designation.
4 Meals You Can Make With Thanksgiving Leftovers
With these tasty meal options, you'll never let your Thanksgiving leftovers go to waste again!
6 Smart Ways to Use Garage Space
If the garage serves no other purpose but another space for clutter to pile up, why not convert it into one of these creative uses?
Will 4.5% mortgage rates jumpstart the housing market?
It seems like everyday the folks in Washington are rolling out a new plan to fix our economy. The Federal Reserve is running out of room to cut their federal funds rate, so now th
Make Cents of Healthcare with a PHR
A Personal Health Record (PHR) gives you direct control over your health records, the very information used by doctors to diagnose, treat, and care for patients. It might sound cli
11 Ways to Prep for "Guerrilla Retirement"
More aggressive and less conventional than typical retirement plans, guerrilla retirement goes beyond the 401(k). Here's how to prepare for your own guerrilla retirement.
How to Retire Rich
You don't want to be just comfortable in retirement. Here's how to retire like a one percenter.
Not stupid--hopeless
You can't avoid hearing about them these days--people making stupid financial choices. I heard a while back from a woman with huge debts wanting arguments for convincing her husba
7 Tips to Prevent Side-Gig Burnout
A side gig in your "spare" time is a great way to boost income or launch a career. Learn how to make your side hustle a success without burning out.
A Stimulating Debate That Just Might Boil Down To Perception
How you perceive your tax rebate could go a long way in determining whether or not you’re going to spend it.
12 Crucial Things Homebuyers Overlook at Open Houses
Know the difference between the things that matter and those that don't, when looking at an open house.
Argentine Wine Hack: Make Bad Wine Better
If you open a bottle of wine that just isn't all that great, add some soda water to it. You'll be pleasantly surprised.