Nowadays, six figures is still above average, but its buying power in terms of lifestyle may have eroded even more than the value of a dollar, as those of us within striking distan
Talk about investments and most people think stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, plus maybe real estate and commodities like precious metals. Let's call those "financial inve
Any institution that wants to fund mortgages has a problem. They want to lend the money out for thirty years, but the money they have to lend comes from deposits that can be withdr
Humans aren't the only creatures that like drinking beer — all sorts of creepy, crawly, and furry things do too. Learn how to use suds to keep pests at bay.
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the biggest ripoffs in America, how you can save money by skipping soap, and why shade trees are a smart investm
Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
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Is Six Figures Really That Much?
Nowadays, six figures is still above average, but its buying power in terms of lifestyle may have eroded even more than the value of a dollar, as those of us within striking distan
Best Money Tips: 12 Non-Money Things That Will Make You Richer
Today we found non-money related things that will make you richer, how to handle a financial setback, and ways to get an extra hour for yourself.
Non-financial investments
Talk about investments and most people think stocks, bonds, and mutual funds, plus maybe real estate and commodities like precious metals. Let's call those "financial inve
For Amazing, Affordable Vacations, Travel Slowly
Regardless of how long your vacation is, the slower you travel and the less you plan, the more rewarding (and affordable!) your trip will be.
Three bad ways to fund mortgage lending (and maybe a good way)
Any institution that wants to fund mortgages has a problem. They want to lend the money out for thirty years, but the money they have to lend comes from deposits that can be withdr
Use Beer to Get Rid of Pests
Humans aren't the only creatures that like drinking beer — all sorts of creepy, crawly, and furry things do too. Learn how to use suds to keep pests at bay.
Best Money Tips: 50 Small Things You Can Do to Save Money
Today we found some awesome articles on small things you can do to save money, dry cleaning dos and don'ts, and claims people make to close a deal.
Turn smugness into a positive virtue
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
Make Your Own: Homemade Cleaning Wipes and Canister
If you love the convenience of cleaning wipes but hate the chemicals they include, check out this tutorial for easy and cheap, DIY wipes.
Why Rent-to-Own Is a Bad Idea
Rent-to-own may sound convenient, but buyer beware: The amount you'll overpay is rarely, if ever, worth it.
Best Money Tips: America's Biggest Rip-offs
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the biggest ripoffs in America, how you can save money by skipping soap, and why shade trees are a smart investm
Will Your Brand Boycott Actually Make a Difference?
A boycott may make you feel like you're fighting the good fight. Just don't expect to win.
Don't Forget About These 7 Job Hunting Expenses
It's not just yourself you need to prepare for a job hunt. Prepare your money, too!
Get Out of Debt Faster With the "Debt Snowflake"
Every dollar counts during debt repayment. Finding small savings or windfalls to put toward your debt can help you pay off your balances faster.
How to Get and Give Honest Feedback
Whether you don't know how to give criticism or want to get better at receiving it, here are some pointers that can make your confrontations smoother.
13 Essentials Every Emergency Bag Should Have
No one wants to consider evacuating their home, but it could happen. When it does, you need a go bag ready that you can grab and run.
9 Signs Your Identity Was Stolen
Usually, you know when you're the victim of a crime. But identity theft can be a sneaky, subtle scam. Watch out for these warnings.
8 Ways to Escape a Dying Industry
You have a career, but you know it's not going to be around much longer. The good news is you cannot only survive a dying job, but thrive afterward.
22 Reasons to Stop Drinking Soda
Most of us know that soda isn't good for us, but that doesn't mean we stop drinking it. Here are 22 financial, health, and other reasons to kick the habit.
Don't Be The Boss--Be The Leader
You don't want to be their boss. You want to be their leader.