If we've told you once, we've told you a thousand times — you need an emergency fund! But if disaster strikes, these last-minute answers can cover a cash crunch.
Is paying more for extra airline services ever worth it? Sure, especially if the miles — or your legs — are long. Here are eight fees that are worth the cost.
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What Is Power of Attorney?
When aging or illness make financial decisions too dicey, folks can turn to a trustworthy third party known as power of attorney.
Where to Turn for Help When You Don't Have an Emergency Fund
If we've told you once, we've told you a thousand times — you need an emergency fund! But if disaster strikes, these last-minute answers can cover a cash crunch.
8 Totally Free Things You Can Sell on eBay
Odds are, you probably have one or more of these totally free items hanging around your house (or backyard). They can fetch a profit on eBay!
How to Think Like an Olympian to Master Your Money
Olympians train hard, work harder, and never give up. Apply these same core principles to your finances — and go for the gold!
5 Emergency Situations You Must Prepare For (and 5 You Can Ignore)
It won't be the end of the world as you know it if you plan for likely calamities, but you probably don't need to prep for the end of the world.
How to Stay Focused at Work Despite Your Chatty Coworkers
Believe it or not, you can sidestep your distracting coworkers without actually telling them to zip it. Here's how to walk that line.
8 Airline Fees That Are Actually Worth Paying
Is paying more for extra airline services ever worth it? Sure, especially if the miles — or your legs — are long. Here are eight fees that are worth the cost.
How to Keep Your Kid's Rich Friends From Ruining Your Budget
When your kid has a rich friend, it can be hard to keep them in a frugal mindset. Here's how to remedy that.
4 Reasons to Cut Yourself Some Slack Following a Financial Setback
The first step to bouncing back from a money mistake is to cut yourself some slack.
5 Financial Principles for a Seismic Economy
Learn the 5 principles of personal economics to help you survive and thrive in tough economic climates. Become more financially nimble and able to absorb the shocks of a f
11 Easy Ways to Earn More on eBay
Whether you're clearing clutter or opening an online store, eBay is the go-to place to make extra cash. These tips will help you earn even more.
STOP! 10 Work Email Mistakes You May Be Making
Email has transformed how we work. That is, it has if you can avoid making any of these dumb email mistakes.
Are You Eating the 10 Most Over-Priced Restaurant Menu Items?
It's no secret that dining out costs more than dining in. A Wise Bread writer runs the numbers on her local grubberies and to find out how much more.
7 Ways to Avoid Getting Seriously Sick on Vacation
Don't let a bout of sickness ruin your vacation. Put your health first, even on the road.
The 5 Best Cheese Graters
If you want perfectly shredded or grated cheese, you're going to need a proper grater. These cheese graters will make your cheddar so much better.
Stop Thinking of Your House as an Investment
Your home may be where your heart is, but it's not an investment.
Amazing Destinations You Can Go to With Rewards Points and Miles
Check these incredible travel spots off your bucket list with the help of credit card rewards and miles.
5 Investments That Do Better in Winter
Falling temperatures mean rising fortunes for these five firms whose business booms with winter's gloom. Add some wintry sparkle to your portfolio!
How Much Should You Have Saved for Retirement by 30? 40? 50?
You know you should be saving for retirement — and saving a lot. Betcha' didn't know you needed to save this much!
Another 36 Uses for Tin Foil
From the tool bench to the kitchen, the bathroom vanity to the car, tin foil can help you save money and increase productivity all around the house.