What are we teaching our children about wants and needs this Christmas? At my local bank branch the 'give to the needy' Christmas tree has reached new levels of tackiness.
With all the credit card offers out there, it can be hard to figure out which ones are worth it. Help decide what card is right for you with this list.
Money laundering is not a simple concept. It's two simple concepts, because there are two different activities that are called money laundering. Here's how to do both of them.
Every so often, I get hit in the face with two facts. First, Americans (even poor Americans) are unbelievably rich. Second, Americans (as a group) utterly lack a cultural traditi
Do-it-yourselfers who are weary of yet another trip to the home improvement store may like this DIY project. It has the possibilities of increasing home equity just as quickly as a bath remodel or new deck.
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I had been thinking about shedding my landline for a while. I was attached to the convenience for a long time and, more recently, unlimited calls for one price in the United States
My dad always sang the praises of WD-40. "It's not just for a squeaky hinge or a rusty bolt" he'd say. Alas, my memory is not all that sharp and I couldn't quite remember how
MagicJack is a device that claims to offer unlimited local and long distance calling for just $20/year. Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? I decided to dig around for myself.
Wise Bread bloggers share green resolutions for the upcoming year, beginning on October 15, 2007: Blog Action Day. Tell us what actions you intend to take to improve the environ
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The Bank Christmas Tree
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How to Answer 23 of the Most Common Interview Questions
Here I present 23 interview questions you're likely to be asked, and how I have learned to answer them.
How to Choose a Credit Card
With all the credit card offers out there, it can be hard to figure out which ones are worth it. Help decide what card is right for you with this list.
How to Launder Money
Money laundering is not a simple concept. It's two simple concepts, because there are two different activities that are called money laundering. Here's how to do both of them.
Healthy, frugal eating
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Cheat Sheet: Retail Markup on Common Items
Stores make money by price markups. Learn the rationale behind retail pricing and what the product you're buying actually costs.
Renting is cheaper
Everybody has seen a rent-versus-buy analysis. Here's a different way to look at it.
Decipher Credit Card Offers With the Schumer Box
Credit card issuers are required to clearly display key credit terms in an easy-to-read format — the Schumer Box. Here’s how to unlock its meaning.
25 Great Movies About Money
Get ready to update your Netflix queue. From documentaries to comedies and more, here is the ultimate list of movies about money.
DIY Mortgage Acceleration
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Living Without A Landline
I had been thinking about shedding my landline for a while. I was attached to the convenience for a long time and, more recently, unlimited calls for one price in the United States
9 Ways to Tell If a Stock is Worth Buying
Wondering whether a stock is worth your investment? Here are a bunch of ways to decide!
Almost 2000 uses for a can of WD-40
My dad always sang the praises of WD-40. "It's not just for a squeaky hinge or a rusty bolt" he'd say. Alas, my memory is not all that sharp and I couldn't quite remember how
11 Ways to Eat Oats When You Hate Oatmeal
Oats are jam-packed with nutritious goodies, but what to do if you hate oatmeal? Here are 11 (other) ways to enjoy this amazing grain.
Is MagicJack a Scam?
MagicJack is a device that claims to offer unlimited local and long distance calling for just $20/year. Sounds too good to be true, doesn't it? I decided to dig around for myself.
20 Office Potluck Dishes Everyone Loves
Time to bring a dish to pass at the office? Win all the accolades with one of these workplace potluck recipes that never fail.
What's Your Green Resolution?
Wise Bread bloggers share green resolutions for the upcoming year, beginning on October 15, 2007: Blog Action Day. Tell us what actions you intend to take to improve the environ
51 Unusual Money-Saving Tips from Readers
Looking for some unusual ways to save money? This list of 51 tips and tricks is bizarre but may just give you some ideas.
47 Cheap, Fun Things to Do This Weekend
When lazy-day boredom sets in, it's time to get creative. Here are 47 ideas to get you started on a fun and frugal weekend.
25 Quick, Cheap Lunch Ideas
You lunch doesn’t have to be a budget-buster or bland. These 25 fast and inexpensive lunch ideas will keep your midday meals interesting and easy.