You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
I have encountered job seekers who had taken part in informational interviews but seemed to find them fruitless. Admittedly, having helped many clients using a straightforward appr
If you didn't reach all of your financial goals for 2013, put the past behind you and make 2014 the year you stop making the same old financial mistakes.
You don't need to fly the friendly skies to earn free airfare. Discover how you can rack up thousands of airline miles without ever leaving the ground.
When it comes to erasing debt, you've got options. You can do it yourself, go to a credit counselor, try debt settlement or go for the nuclear bomb of debt destruction: bankruptcy.
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we tell you a simple recipe for apple pie muffins, 20 things that are cheaper to buy than fix, and how to avoid common inves
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A Consumerist Editor Talks About How to Tackle Inept Customer Service
You're not imagining it — customer service is getting worse. But Consumerist Deputy Editor Chris Morran has a few suggestions to help you get the service you need.
The Informational Interview: What Not To Say and More
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How to Make Your Own Eco-Friendly Pet-Stain Cleaner
Pets are furry, friendly...and messy. If your pet soils the rug or furniture, get the spot (and smell) out with this green, DIY cleaner.
10 Financial Mistakes to Stop Making in 2014
If you didn't reach all of your financial goals for 2013, put the past behind you and make 2014 the year you stop making the same old financial mistakes.
Real Estate Agents: Do We Really Need Them?
With all the tools and information available to home buyers, are real-estate agents and their commissions really that necessary?
10 Surprising and Useful Things to Do With Ketchup
That bottle of ketchup in the fridge can do a lot more than dress up a burger. Learn what else your favorite condiment can do for you.
How to Earn Tons of Frequent Flyer Miles Without Flying
You don't need to fly the friendly skies to earn free airfare. Discover how you can rack up thousands of airline miles without ever leaving the ground.
How You Know When It's Time For Bankruptcy
When it comes to erasing debt, you've got options. You can do it yourself, go to a credit counselor, try debt settlement or go for the nuclear bomb of debt destruction: bankruptcy.
Throw a Swap Meet Party
Want to shop with your friends and neighbors without spending a dime? Throw a Swap Meet Party.
The Cheapest Way to Get Fit and Strong in 30 Days or Less
It's not quite sneaking into the gym — but it's close. With some clever scheduling anybody can get a month or more of free workouts at the gym.
Science Shows You Need to Work Less — Here's Why
If you've been looking for ways to convince your boss to let you work fewer or more flexible hours — for the same pay — send him this link.
9 Personal Things You Should Never Text or Email
Before you put all your trust in the Cloud, maybe reconsider sending any of these things over text or email.
You'll Be Surprised How Much Sugar These 10 Foods Have
Many of the processed foods we eat contain lots (and lots) of added sugar. Are the foods you eat hiding excess amounts of sugar?
The 5 Best Handheld Vacuums
Clean up those little mess in a jiffy with one of these great little sucker-uppers.
The Inventor of the 401K Has Second Thoughts About Your Retirement Plan — Now What?
401K plans aren't perfect — its inventors even say so. But they can still help build your perfect retirement.
Best Money Tips: Easy Apple Muffins
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Organize 8 Key Areas of Your Life With These 17 Smart Apps
Stop looking at Facebook and use your phone to become more productive. Yes, that's right — time to get some work done!
Rethinking the 529 College Savings Plan Strategy
Since the 529 college savings plan offers both an investment and a tuition option, there's good reason to do both!
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.
8 Ways to Stage Your Home Without Hiring a Pro
From curb appeal to clearing clutter, you can stage your home like the pros do — all without hiring a pro.