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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.
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The 5 Best Descalers
Softening and cleaning hard water isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these descalers and your H20 will be free of calcium deposits and limescale.
9 Career Tips Your Younger Self Would Give You
There's a lot you wish you could say to your younger self. But your younger self has some sound job advice for current-you, too.
15 Fantastic Chalkboard Paint Projects
From party favors to fridge and pantry organizers, these chalkboard paint projects will spiff up your space, and help you remember what's in it!
9 Ways Expats Can Maintain Their Credit Scores
You may be leaving the States for a while, but there's one element of American life you should never leave behind: your credit score.
4 Ways to Avoid Awkward Moments at White Elephant Parties
It's better to give than to receive...especially when you're stuck with the worst gift at a white elephant party. Follow these tips to keep things fun.
Givin' 'em the Slip - Look Rich for Very Little
Give 'em the slip! The classic women's undergarment seems to have gone by the wayside. What's up with that?
10 Ways Even Shy People Can Fake Confidence and Get Ahead
Fake it 'til you make it is a lot easier said than done. Even shrinking violets can exude confidence with these simple posture and speech hacks.
7 Ways to Compare Stock Market Investments
There are thousands of investments out there. If you want to find the "best" ones, you need to learn how to compare them.
How Do Airline Companion Tickets Work and Where Do You Get Them?
How do you get those elusive companion tickets and how do they work?
7 Ways to Tell If That Used Car Used to Be an Uber
Uber and Lyft drivers sell their cars just like the rest of us. Here's how to tell if you're about to buy one.
10 Best Family Friendly Road Trip Routes in the U.S.
Looking to take the kids on a cross-country road trip they'll never forget? These routes can't be beat.
6 Ways Instagram Stars Make Money and Travel the World
Ever wonder how Instagram stars are able to make money and see the world? It's not an easy process, but the end result is certainly worth it.
Non-financial investments
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Who Should Pay for the First Date?
If you're dating, the rules of who pays the first time you meet can get murky. One writer clarifies the situation (hint: always bring your wallet).
Ask the Readers: How Do You Fight the Afternoon Slump?
Tell us how you fight the afternoon slump and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Peak Debt
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Ask the Readers: What Are Your Financial Goals For 2019?
Tell us about your financial goals for 2019 and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
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.
6 Free Debt Management Tools
You're always checking your smartphone anyways, so you may as well put it (and the Internet) to better use tracking your debt!
Using PAPER Coupons When You Order Online
Even if you live the all-digital lifestyle, don't put away those scissors yet. Some Web sites are now taking manufacturers' coupons.