Debt can make or break you. Which one depends on how you handle it and the reasons behind the need for the money. Make the right choice and you can achieve even the impossible.
You may start out thinking of financial freedom as a number, but eventually, you realize that it's a much more achievable goal if you focus on your state of mind.
Today we found some fantastic articles on dining hacks from restaurant insiders, reconsidering the college investment, and tools to help you find the cheapest textbooks.
Today we found some fantastic articles on grocery savings without double coupons, things that annoy hiring managers, and coming to grips with paying your rent on time.
Today we found articles on restaurants where kids eat free, hotel perks that save you money, and things to buy and sell on Craigslist to make a profit.
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
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If mutual funds and individual stocks are passe, take a look at options. They're a lot less complicated than you think.
Going Into Debt Can Be Awesome
Debt can make or break you. Which one depends on how you handle it and the reasons behind the need for the money. Make the right choice and you can achieve even the impossible.
Financial Independence Is More Than Just a Number
You may start out thinking of financial freedom as a number, but eventually, you realize that it's a much more achievable goal if you focus on your state of mind.
How an Expensive Wardrobe Saves You Money
Sure, an expensive suit costs more upfront, but over time it pays its wearer back in dollars saved — and possibly in dollars earned.
Our Senior Editor Is Moving On: A Goodbye From Meg
After almost four years with Wise Bread, I'm moving on. And I'll miss you guys!
Best Money Tips: Be More Effective Using Best-By Dates
Today, we give you a workplace use for "best-by" dates, tips to do more with less work, advice on public speaking, and ideas for a green Halloween!
7 Weird Ways to Keep You and Your Stuff Safe
If fences, locks, and motion-sensing lights are protecting your stuff, it's time to apply some creativity to personal security.
November 11: The Last Free National Park Day of the Year
Plan a final outdoor adventure for 2011, and discover how to get free entrance to parks year-round.
Best Money Tips: Dining Hacks From Restaurant Insiders
Today we found some fantastic articles on dining hacks from restaurant insiders, reconsidering the college investment, and tools to help you find the cheapest textbooks.
Best Money Tips: Steps to Grocery Savings Without Double Coupons
Today we found some fantastic articles on grocery savings without double coupons, things that annoy hiring managers, and coming to grips with paying your rent on time.
The 12 Most Dangerous Foods You're Buying
Bacteria, heart disease, and cancer, oh my! These are the most dangerous foods you're probably buying.
Best Money Tips: Kids Eat Free at These 50 Restaurants
Today we found articles on restaurants where kids eat free, hotel perks that save you money, and things to buy and sell on Craigslist to make a profit.
10 Quick Ways to Become More Hygienic
Guess what? Good hygiene means good health as well as good cleanliness. Clean up your act, inside and out.
34 Smart Ways to Cut Your Electric Bill
You won't get rich quick by cutting your electric bill, but you can have a small victory every month by saving some of your hard-earned cash.
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The Only Money Advice You'll Actually Listen To
The only financial advice you need is the advice you'll actually listen to. How do you find that best advice?
10 Scams to Avoid in 2011
Most of us work hard for our money, and last year, scammers worked hard to take it away from us. Here are last year's top scams and how to avoid them.
Best Money Tips: Things Broke People Say
Today, we share the things that broke people, ways to boost your career, all-natural remedies to stress, and more!
Start Planning Now for When Your Target-Date Fund Ends
Target-date funds are a common way to help you save for retirement. But what happens when they actually hit their target?
Wise Bread's Best and Worst Financial Decisions in 2010
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.