There are two ways to make a major change in your life. One is to make a series of small changes--this month you might brown-bag your lunch one day a week; next month you might go
Everyone is writing a book these days (even a few personal finance blogs we know.. *ahem*). If you could, what would you call it? What would you cover? Answer for your chance to
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A recent Wise Bread article explored whether the career advice “do what you love” is idealistic or sensible. I don’t see it as black or white; this article examines a few x-factors
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We look at five yummy tax breaks that could have dire consequences, how to make the most scrumptious Italian beef stew, and how
The Chinese Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, is celebrated annually by billions of people around the world. In 2010, New Year's Day falls on February 14th. Here are some of the
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Best Money Tips: Doable Financial New Year's Resolutions
Today we found some fantastic articles on doable financial New Year's resolutions, uses for dead gift cards, and financial figures you need to know.
7 Ways to Boost Your Energy and Get More Done
If you're sleepy, sluggish, or feeling sapped, don't just sit there — try these tricks to get your energy back up.
10 Dumb Ways to Scare Off Potential Homebuyers
Before you put your home on the market take a look around. Would you buy a place that looks like yours?
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How to Build Credit Without Using Credit Cards
You need to build your credit history, but you want to do it without traditional credit cards. Okay! Here's where you can start.
Ask The Readers: What is Your Personal Finance "Story?" (A Chance to Win $10!)
Everyone is writing a book these days (even a few personal finance blogs we know.. *ahem*). If you could, what would you call it? What would you cover? Answer for your chance to
The Surprisingly Easy Way to Change Your Habits and Your Life
Replacing bad habits with good ones is easier than you'd think. Here's how a Wise Bread writer turned a social media habit into a family time habit.
Ask the Readers: Do Gift Cards Make a Good Gift?
What do you think? Are gift cards a cop-out or the perfect present for picky people? Do you find that they make the process of gifting easier? Would you prefer to receive one?
10 Travel Destinations for People Who Hate Crowds
If crowded beaches and bustling city centers aren't your thing, we've got just the vacation spots you (and no one else) are looking for.
Network Marketing Parties: Opportunity or Emotional Blackmail?
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For Love or Money: Must It Be One or the Other?
A recent Wise Bread article explored whether the career advice “do what you love” is idealistic or sensible. I don’t see it as black or white; this article examines a few x-factors
How to Become One of Those "Lucky" People Who Scores Great Deals
"Good luck comes from hard work" is true in bargain hunting, too. Learn how to make your own frugal luck with this collection of deal-hunting tricks.
My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Decide When to Sell Your House
Max is facing one of the biggest decisions in her budget challenge yet — should she sell her house? The decision is amusingly complex.
Best Money Tips: How to Start Investing
Today we found some stellar articles on how to start investing, time management for part-time entrepreneurs, and home staging on a budget.
Best Money Tips: 5 Beloved Tax Perks with Ugly Downsides
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We look at five yummy tax breaks that could have dire consequences, how to make the most scrumptious Italian beef stew, and how
10 Wines That Taste Pricier Than They Are
In the world of wine, more expensive doesn't necessarily mean better. Here are 10 delicious, affordable bottles to watch for.
These 5 Apps Will Save You Money on Your Next Vacation
Want to take an awesome trip and save money while you do it? These great, free smartphone apps can help.
Flashback Friday: 38 Money Misconceptions We Need to Stop Believing
There are a lot of myths and lies floating around out there about money. It's time to debunk them once and for all.
Money Related Traditions for Celebrating Chinese New Year
The Chinese Lunar New Year, or Spring Festival, is celebrated annually by billions of people around the world. In 2010, New Year's Day falls on February 14th. Here are some of the
10 Ways to Decorate Your Christmas Tree for Under $30
Add these fun, frugal trimmings to your tree — without trimming your savings account.