Your employer has (or should have) a personnel file with your name on it; should you have one also? Theoretically, you should be able to access information from your file at the of
I know that Wise Bloggers are smart readers, so you might already know everything there is to know about mutual funds. However I have come across many very smart people who don't a
Every notice how upset people get, when someone poorer than them has better crap? I'm talking about the guy agonizing over whether to spring for a 32-inch flat screen who find
As I got older, I started caring a bit more about the kinds of chemicals that I was putting on my hair and skin, so I decided to grow my gray out for a while.
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
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Your Personnel File...at home
Your employer has (or should have) a personnel file with your name on it; should you have one also? Theoretically, you should be able to access information from your file at the of
Mutual Funds for Wise Bloggers
I know that Wise Bloggers are smart readers, so you might already know everything there is to know about mutual funds. However I have come across many very smart people who don't a
Why Your IRA Shouldn't Double as an Education Savings Plan
Your IRA may have the option to help pay for college, but that doesn't mean it should be your go-to education savings plan.
When poor folks have better crap than you
Every notice how upset people get, when someone poorer than them has better crap? I'm talking about the guy agonizing over whether to spring for a 32-inch flat screen who find
11 Ways to Have Fun at Your In-Laws
Visiting in-laws can be emotionally and physically draining. Learn ways to enjoy yourself and your family despite holiday and travel stress.
6 Ways to Avoid Scams When Selling Your Stuff Online
Selling items online is so easy to do these days. But you still have to watch out for scammers.
How to Sell Your Home When You're Underwater on Your Mortgage
There are ways to sell your home even when you're underwater on your mortgage.
How to Pick a Travel Insurance Policy
Travel insurance can be worth the cost, as long as you pick the right one from a company you trust. Here's how to do that.
20+ Ways to Use Sriracha (AKA Awesome Sauce)
Investing in one bottle of Sriracha chili sauce means no boring meals for a year! (Or almost month if you enjoy Sriracha as much as this writer does.)
The 6 Best Financial News Sites for Investors in a Hurry
Whether you're new to investing or an experienced trader, these sites will keep you up-to-date, wherever there's Internet.
Would You Stop Coloring Your Hair?
As I got older, I started caring a bit more about the kinds of chemicals that I was putting on my hair and skin, so I decided to grow my gray out for a while.
7 Reasons Your Card Got Declined (And How to Fix It)
"So sorry, that card's been declined." Here's why this ultra-embarrassment can happen — and how to make sure it never does again.
How to Buy and Prepare Fresh Fish
Learn how to choose the freshest fish and add this delicious and healthy protein to your diet.
Stop Losing Your Stuff With These 6 Simple Tricks
Tired of misplacing your keys around the house? Get smart about how you store and use your stuff, and everything lost is always found.
The 5 Best AAA Batteries
Got a lot of electronics that run on AAA batteries? Our top 5 picks will give you long-lasting power for your gadgets without breaking the bank.
Making Personal Finance Fun while Fighting for Financial Freedom
My story about how I went from broke, to saving without goals, to fighting for financial independence.
How Much Does Your Credit Card Debt Cost You?
Only having to pay 2% of your total credit-card balance a month makes charging tempting...but with interest, you could also pay more than double your original purchase price.
14 Ways to Make Your Yard Look Awesome for Under $100
Yardwork is a pain, and can hurt you in the wallet, too. Try some of these easy ways to spruce up your yard without spending a lot of money.
Selling Your Life Insurance Policy for Cold, Hard Cash
Would you sell your life insurance policy for a lump sum, knowing that someone else now profits from your death?
6 Things You'll Encounter When Taking Over a Loved One's Finances
Chances are most of us will eventually have to manage our parents' money. It's not as easy as it looks.