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What to Expect When You're Expecting a Huge Credit Card Bill

That hefty credit card bill finding it's way to your mailbox is packing a punch — and to more than just your wallet.

Not the sort of person who ...

Wise Bread is stuffed almost to bursting with suggestions on how to live large on a small budget. But certain suggestions trigger a particular kind of negative reaction:—w

Do we really need help with getting more debt?

Today a new rescue program called the Term Asset-Backed Securities Loan Facility (TALF) was announced by the Treasury and Federal Reserve to support owners of securities backed by

Treat yourself to SELF with a free subscription

Quick deal to start the weekend off just right. SELF magazine is giving away FREE subscriptions to their popular women's publication. Covering everything from fitness and food to h

Best Money Tips: Save $1,000 by Black Friday

Today we found some awesome articles on saving $1,000 by Black Friday, finding the right life insurance policy, and getting the best deal on a fridge.

Best Money Tips: Smart Steps to Make Your Job Search More Productive

Today we found articles on ways to make your job search more productive, what the TSA is doing to improve airport security, and how to save big on your next summer barbecue.

5 Powerful Reasons Companies Should Offer More Wellness Programs to Keep Their Employees Healthier and Happier

Healthy, happy employees are great for the bottom line. Boost morale and productivity with an employer-sponsored wellness program!

Survive The Bear Market: 10 Steps To Ride The Downturn

The stock market has experienced an unbelievable slump from a high of around 14,000 in the Dow Jones index sometime in 2007 all the way down to 8,000 last I checked. So as an inves

Best Money Tips: Organize These Areas to Save Money

Today we found articles on areas to organize if you want to save money, how to speed up a sluggish day, and state fairs with free attractions that the whole family can enjoy.

15 Things to Get Done Before Year-End

Start 2014 healthy, wealthy, and oh-so wise by doing these 15 things before the end of 2013.

Should You Pay Your Student Loans With Credit Cards?

You can use a credit card to pay for just about everything — even other loan payments. But there's a catch.

5 Things You Shouldn't Buy This Black Friday

With all the websites, magazine ads, and televisions commercials telling you what you should buy, I thought it may be helpful to provide you with a list of the top 5 things you sho

How to House Hunt Without Leaving Your Couch

Find the perfect new home right from the comfort of your couch. Isn't technology wonderful?

How to Stop Student Loans From Ruining Your Life

You got a higher education to improve your life — not to burden it. Don't let a student loan ruin everything.

Is Just Leaving Some Slack Better Than a Plan?

Are you as tired as I am of personal finance sites saying that you've got to have a plan? If you're a planner, it's unnecessary advice, because you've got a plan. If you're not a

Best Money Tips: Ways to Find Money You Didn't Know You Had

Today we found articles on how to find money you didn’t know you had, ways to save big at Walt Disney World, and expert tips to avoid overspending during the holidays.

5 Questions Couples Must Ask Before Retirement

Marriage and money mean being on the same page. Don't forget your retirement, too!

The Census Questions 8 and 9

While filling out this year's census I wondered, how relevant are questions 8 and 9 going to be to the government programs they might serve? Don't the questions themselves make the

9 No-Fuss Plants That Will Brighten Your Home Until Spring

When the winter days are short and dreary, glance over at your blooming indoor plants to improve your mood.

Ask the Readers: How Much Does it Cost to Raise a Family? (Chance to Win!)

Tell us how much it costs to raise a family for a chance to win!