Today we found articles on weight loss gimmicks that don’t actually work, ways to recover from holiday personal finance mistakes, and how to hire a financial team.
As a fan of some fairly hard to find books, I love Alibris.com (almost as much as I love half.com for CDs and DVDs, plus newer books, but that's a story for another post). [more]
My 2 and a half year old girl has my feet. By that I mean they're growing like she spends all day stood in fertilizer. So I had this GENIUS idea. What if shoes could grow as your child's feet grow? [more]
If you thought those Nigerian scammers could not sink any lower, think again. It was reported today by WTAE.TV that there's a new scam making the rounds, and this time the scammers are praying on the good nature of pet lovers.
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Paying for a home renovation with a rewards card could earn you a free vacation -- or lots of cash back. Be sure you understand the pitfalls before you dust off your card.
After reading Ed's post about Afluenza , I began thinking long and hard about what I have in my life that really matters to me. It's all very well keeping up with the Joneses, but at the end of the day it really doesn't mean anything. [more]
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
5 Pet Costs You Don't See Coming
Pets soon become family — which means more often than not, you'll pony up. Start saving now for these pet expenses you can't avoid.
Follow These 5 Steps to Full Health Care Coverage in Retirement
Are you factoring medical costs into your retirement planning? You should be — here's how to avoid a health care shortage in your golden years.
How To Use Cross-selling And Upselling To Maximize Online Sales
Every sale is opportunity for another sale, even online.
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When It Makes Sense to Apply for a Mortgage Loan Without Your Spouse
Marriage is a collaboration, but if your spouse has less than stellar credit, you may be better off going solo on a mortgage application.
Best Money Tips: Don't Fall for These Weight Loss Gimmicks
Today we found articles on weight loss gimmicks that don’t actually work, ways to recover from holiday personal finance mistakes, and how to hire a financial team.
14 Affordable Ways to Relieve Back Pain
Relieving back pain doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.
6 Beauty Aids Science Says Really Work
Get glowing, radiant skin with chemistry. Science says these six ingredients work, and we know where you can find them for cheap.
5 Money Truths That Aren't Always Obvious
For all the thinking we do about money, we sometimes miss the most important points. Discover five truths about finances that might surprise you.
Trading Work for Never-Ending Weekends: How to Retire Early
Those coveted post-work years can be sweet, but don’t kid yourself — it’ll take a lot of hard work to get there.
Rare Book Bargains At Alibris
As a fan of some fairly hard to find books, I love Alibris.com (almost as much as I love half.com for CDs and DVDs, plus newer books, but that's a story for another post). [more]
Shoes that grow with your child. Parents everywhere rejoice!
My 2 and a half year old girl has my feet. By that I mean they're growing like she spends all day stood in fertilizer. So I had this GENIUS idea. What if shoes could grow as your child's feet grow? [more]
Simple-Living Lessons I Learned From "Hoarders"
TV shows like "Hoarders" are hot right now. But beyond the voyeurism, what lessons can we learn from them about our own relationships with stuff?
5 Ways Having Good Taste Saves You Money
What's good taste got to do with a frugal lifestyle? For one thing, you won't be fooled into thinking living well costs more.
5 European Cities You Can Visit for $50 a Day
Believe it or not, you can vacation in any of these gorgeous European cities for just $50 a day.
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Free "Digital Retirement Coach" Aims to Take Angst Out of Retirement Planning
If the thought of retirement planning sends chills down your spine, a helpful chatbot from AARP and the Ad Council makes it all seem easy.
Pet lovers beware - there's a new scam in town.
If you thought those Nigerian scammers could not sink any lower, think again. It was reported today by WTAE.TV that there's a new scam making the rounds, and this time the scammers are praying on the good nature of pet lovers. [more]
6 Things to Consider Before Making a Big Purchase for Rewards Points
Paying for a home renovation with a rewards card could earn you a free vacation -- or lots of cash back. Be sure you understand the pitfalls before you dust off your card.
The things that money just can't buy
After reading Ed's post about Afluenza , I began thinking long and hard about what I have in my life that really matters to me. It's all very well keeping up with the Joneses, but at the end of the day it really doesn't mean anything. [more]