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Even if your place will never be ready for the cover of "Better Homes," you can keep it presentable and welcoming by focusing your cleaning in these key areas.
Don't waste an opportunity — be sure to ask these questions during your next job interview to help determine whether the position is the right fit for you.
Here at Wise Bread, we know that couch-sharing services, such as Couch Surfing, can save you money when traveling. As good as this sounds, many have reservations about hosting stra
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
Most people, of course, have almost no control over their health insurance: They get what their employer provides (if they have a good job) or else they get nothing. Whether they
Have you heard the rumor that goes, "Did you know Armour Etch can fix eyeglass scratches?" I had to see (ha!) if it was true for myself. Read on to find out what happened...
It's interesting to see that with the advent of computerized trading and value discount brokers, a new era of people investing with the idea of getting rich overnight has exploded.
Tell us if kids should get paid for chores and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card and a hilarious new book, "Blacklisted from the PTA."
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A second emergency fund you never spend?
I ran across this idea in a book by some financial guru years ago. The book was packed with an odd mix of obvious and kooky ideas, of which this was one of the latter. For some r
Company Coming? 10 Areas to Clean to Make It Count
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5 Questions You Should Ask at Every Job Interview
Don't waste an opportunity — be sure to ask these questions during your next job interview to help determine whether the position is the right fit for you.
How to Host a Traveler: 13 Tips to Keep it Safe, Easy, and Cheap
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Are Outlet Malls Worth Your Time?
Find out what to watch out for at outlet malls so you end up with a deal, not a dud.
Best Money Tips: Entertain Houseguests on a Budget
Today we found some great articles on entertaining houseguests on a budget, ways to reduce your cell phone bill, and salary negotiation.
4 Ways to Protect Your Retirement From Inflation
It's not just enough to save for retirement; you need to make sure your money is inflation proof, too.
Buy raincoats in summer, because winter always comes.
Whether you're buying a winter coat in June or a lawnmower in December — off-season discounts are your friend!
Watching Tots: How to Get Started in Babysitting
Teens make good pocket money by babysitting, but there's no rule that says adults can't do it, too. Here's how to get started.
For the Love of Ramen: An Interview with Ed from RamenRamenRamen.net
When I brainstorm for cheap eats I often think of packets of ramen. Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Ed from rame
Best Money Tips: Alternative Uses for Household Items
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
Throw a House Party for Free
Are you the type that likes to have everyone over to your house? How would you like to score free party goods for your next gathering?
Health insurance: Two other numbers to look at
Most people, of course, have almost no control over their health insurance: They get what their employer provides (if they have a good job) or else they get nothing. Whether they
Armor Etch can be a cheap fix for your scratched eyeglasses
Have you heard the rumor that goes, "Did you know Armour Etch can fix eyeglass scratches?" I had to see (ha!) if it was true for myself. Read on to find out what happened...
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!
The Debate Between Buy and Hold vs Timing The Market
It's interesting to see that with the advent of computerized trading and value discount brokers, a new era of people investing with the idea of getting rich overnight has exploded.
5 Money Strategies for the Sandwich Generation
Your kids depend on you. Your aging parents depend on you. For the sandwich generation, smart money management is a must.
The Low-Flow Shower Head: Get 640% ROI in One Year
That's right, a 640% return on investment...and it's good for the environment. Learn more about this easy-to-install money-saver.
Finding Your Best Work Hours
If you want to get more done, do it faster, and produce work of higher quality, the answer might be as simple as identifying when you should work.
Ask The Readers: Should Kids Get Paid For Doing Chores?
Tell us if kids should get paid for chores and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card and a hilarious new book, "Blacklisted from the PTA."