Your thin credit record may not tell the whole story. Some lenders are starting to look at other information about you, too. Here's what you need to know.
Today we found articles on tips you can use right now to find your dream job, ways to create a positive money-saving mindset, and a guide t earning money with Airbnb.
There are a few people who manage to survive and thrive in jobs they really don't like. Here are a few of their secrets for making that hated job easier.
As a way to prevent tourists from overstaying their visas, many countries require that you can prove your intention to leave. Here's how to do it right.
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
It's not every day a thrift store find turns out to be a DaVinci, but that doesn't mean your everyday finds aren't worth something. What's hiding in your attic?
When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall
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Credit Challenged? How Alternative Credit Data Can Help Those With Little or No Credit
Your thin credit record may not tell the whole story. Some lenders are starting to look at other information about you, too. Here's what you need to know.
15 Unexpected Expenses of a New Baby
Having a baby is expensive. If you aren't ready for these unexpected costs, your new bundle can be an even bigger blow to your budget.
6 Google+ Myths Debunked
Google+ is not yet a month old, but already it's the subject of widespread myths about its worth to small business.
How to Wisely Choose Your Next Travel Destination
Looking to book your next trip? Choose your destination wisely.
Best Money Tips: 5 Tips to Find Your Dream Job
Today we found articles on tips you can use right now to find your dream job, ways to create a positive money-saving mindset, and a guide t earning money with Airbnb.
Women's Saving and Investing: Is Your Money "Girl Money?"
Understanding how to save and invest your earnings not only makes financial sense, but helps women (or anyone!) become more independent and confident.
How to Survive (and Thrive!) in a Job You Hate
There are a few people who manage to survive and thrive in jobs they really don't like. Here are a few of their secrets for making that hated job easier.
Is Green Tea All It's Cracked Up to Be? It's close.
I've been enjoying the snarky articles at Slate.com recently focusing on the commoditization of Eastern traditions, such as yoga. [more]
Grocery Shopping and the 4-Minute Mile: How to Challenge Yourself
Spending less on groceries is like running a faster mile — to improve, you must challenge yourself. Here's how to perform better in any pursuit.
How to Provide Proof of Onward Travel During an Open-Ended Trip Abroad
As a way to prevent tourists from overstaying their visas, many countries require that you can prove your intention to leave. Here's how to do it right.
4 Affordable Destinations That Are Safer Than You Think
These four international destinations have dark reputations, but these days they're relatively safe, and absolutely affordable.
7 Things That Affect Your Car Insurance Rates
Is your ride costing you big-time in auto insurance premiums? These surprising factors may be to blame.
10 Delicious Ways to Use Leftover Mashed Potatoes
Holiday leftovers are an awesome excuse to get creative in the kitchen. Here are 10 ways to use up that big pot of mashed potatoes.
And did you do it with respect?
A few years back, I read a profile of a holistic fitness guru. There was a sidebar with a little quiz
The 5 Best Deals in Every Thrift Store
Not all thrift stores are created equal — but if you look for these five things, you'll almost always find a good deal.
Healthy, frugal eating
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
The 5 Best Toaster Ovens
Whether you want to toast up some bread or do some counter-top cooking, a toaster oven is great tool for energy-efficient food preparation.
7 Everyday Things That Are Surprisingly Awesome Investments
It's not every day a thrift store find turns out to be a DaVinci, but that doesn't mean your everyday finds aren't worth something. What's hiding in your attic?
The Letter Always Wins
When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall
How to Sell Your House in 24 Hours
24 hours? Yup, it's possible. Learn how one Wise Bread Blogger sold her home just a day after listing.