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Buying a Home Without the Money
This writer gives his reasons for buying a home now instead of waiting for a 20% down payment.
Financial IQ Test: How Healthy Are Your Bank Accounts?
Following is a Financial IQ Test, designed to help you determine how healthy your bank accounts –- and your interaction with them -– are. Tally up your score and see how you fare.
The Problem With Car Title Loans
A car title loan is one way to get cash really fast. It's also one way to lose cash, really, really fast.
CitiMortgage Told Me to Default on My Loan
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Flashback Friday: 40 Best Budget-Friendly Travel Tips Ever
We would all love to travel more, but it can get so expensive! Good thing we've found all the ways to do it on the cheap.
Ask the Readers: If You Could Have One Wish (Chance to win $20!)
What is your most longed-for financial wish? Let us know your thoughts in order to be entered to win one of three $20 Amazon gift cards!
5 Money Moves to Make Before Moving Out on Your Own
Before striking out on your own, set yourself up for financial success while Mom and Dad have still got your back.
Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Save on Clothing
Today we found some amazing articles on smart ways to save on clothing, getting your dream job, and tips for successful investing.
Wise Bread Reloaded: Real Estate Market Rebound?
The real estate market continues on the mend. This week's Reloaded refreshes your understanding of home buying, home selling, and home refinance.
Best Money Tips: What to Do if You Get an IRS Notice
Today we found articles on what to do if you get an IRS notice, things that are proven to make you happier, and ways to invest in yourself without spending a lot of money.
Why Getting Out of Debt is Like Running a Marathon
A few years ago, I ran a marathon. And while it taught me a lot about exercise, it might have taught me even more about money.
Wise Bread Reloaded: Is Eating More Produce the Secret to Happiness and Wellbeing?
Fruits and vegetables are good for your mental health, too. Learn why and how you can eat more of them.
6 Lessons on How to Be a Financial Grownup From Bobbi Rebell
How can you tell when you've become a financial grownup? Author Bobbi Rebell asks icons of the finance world to share their stories.
Receiving Your Tax Refund in Savings Bonds
If you qualify for a tax refund this year, getting it in the form of U.S. Savings Bonds can be a great way to jump-start or augment your savings.
6 Good Financial Deeds that Can Backfire
You're a good egg, but are you hurting your financial future with your kindness?
6 Reasons You Should Buy the Rental Car Insurance
Think the clerk at the rental counter just wants to sell you insurance? Actually, they may be trying to save you from a headache.
8 Ways to Escape a Dying Industry
You have a career, but you know it's not going to be around much longer. The good news is you cannot only survive a dying job, but thrive afterward.
10 Unexpected Home Uses for Mayonnaise
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6 Smart Financial Gifts to Give Your Kids This Year
Finance isn't just for adults. These money-themed gifts will set your kids up for a bright financial future.