I briefly worked with a senior technical manager whose wife also worked for the same company, but at a different site. They'd bought a house about halfway in between, but they both
Most of us have insurance of one sort or another. But if you're like me, the prospect of a trip to the insurance agent's office isn't something that keeps you awake with excitement
Reward cards might be a lot more beneficial (or, in some cases, harmful) than you think. Check out these common myths — and the true story behind them.
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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Bitcoin is not quite as hot as it once was, but it's still traded and used. Now that prices are more modest, are you ready to test the popular cryptocurrency?
How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.
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Wise Bread on Marketplace: "Frugal" Travel That Isn't
This weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money talking about supposedly "frugal" travel that isn't really worth it.
Have style, not a lifestyle
I briefly worked with a senior technical manager whose wife also worked for the same company, but at a different site. They'd bought a house about halfway in between, but they both
The $40 Hidden Inside a 12V Battery
This battery hack that will save you roughly $40 on those 1.5V button cell batteries. All you need is a 2-pack of 12V A23 batteries.
7 Steps to Improving Your Critical Thinking
With all the information we're faced with every day, it can be hard to know what's what. These seven steps will help you get closer to the truth.
How Much Engagement Ring Can You Actually Afford?
Popping the question can be a pricey prospect. You'll get the "yes" with less stress if you know going in what you should expect to pay.
5 Little Known Amazon Shopping Hacks
Amazon is famous for some great deals, but you might be missing out on these lesser-known, price-saving tricks that can save you even more.
Save Money on Insurance
Most of us have insurance of one sort or another. But if you're like me, the prospect of a trip to the insurance agent's office isn't something that keeps you awake with excitement
6 Things to Never Do When Sharing Finances
Sharing a home, sharing a life… sharing money. Don't make these common money mistakes when splitting finances with your partner.
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5 Obstacles You Can Expect on Your Journey to Financial Freedom
The road to financial freedom is paved with good intentions — and there are a few potholes along the way, too.
5 Myths About Credit Card Rewards
Reward cards might be a lot more beneficial (or, in some cases, harmful) than you think. Check out these common myths — and the true story behind them.
10 Things to Stop Doing on Social Media by 30
Acting like a child on social media isn't such a great look when you're a grown, professional adult.
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
Borrowing to Invest: Helpful or Hurtful?
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8 Ways to Preserve Your Net Worth in Retirement
Financial security is more important in retirement than ever. Want to keep your net worth on the up and up? Here's how.
8 Steps to Starting a Retirement Plan in Your 30s
Sure, retirement savings is best started early — but better late than never. Here's how to start saving past 30.
Here's Everything You Need to Get Started With Bitcoin
Bitcoin is not quite as hot as it once was, but it's still traded and used. Now that prices are more modest, are you ready to test the popular cryptocurrency?
How One More Year of Work Can Transform Your Retirement
Behind on retirement savings and dreading having to keep on working? Here's some good news: You don't have to work forever.
Living within your means isn't nasty
How bad could things get? The New York Times asked that question about the economic situation. It's a good question, but they gave a really bad answer.
10 Things You Should Never Buy Used
Some thrifty buys just aren't worth the deal. You're better off buying new — or skipping the buy — on these secondhand "finds."