New investors may be tempted to move their mutual fund investments into an actively managed fund. Choose an index fund instead to avoid a costly mistake.
Black Friday is when retailers offer the steepest discounts of the year, right? Wrong. Labor Day weekend is the holiday with the best discount shopping.
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Why Index Funds Are the Best Choice for New Investors
New investors may be tempted to move their mutual fund investments into an actively managed fund. Choose an index fund instead to avoid a costly mistake.
For the Best Deals of the Year, Shop Labor Day and Skip Black Friday
Black Friday is when retailers offer the steepest discounts of the year, right? Wrong. Labor Day weekend is the holiday with the best discount shopping.
A Superior Life: What You Put In Is What You Get Out
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5 Ways to Save Water, Energy, Money, and the World in One Afternoon
Saving water is not only good for the planet, it can be a highly efficient way to cut your water and energy bills (energy to heat the water).
Inside the Shady World of Cheap iTunes Gift Cards
A casual search on eBay led to auctions selling iTunes gift cards for cheap, but is there a darker side to this? Some would say yes.
How Spending Less Made Me Happier
Contrary to popular belief, you don't need money to be happy. In fact, spending less can actually make you happier.
Independence Day Roundup: Military vs. Civilian Credit Cards
In certain categories, there are military cards that soundly beat anything civilians can apply for.
Best Money Tips: Squeeze Extra Savings Out of Your Paycheck
Today we found some great articles on squeezing extra savings out of your paycheck, benefits of being self-motivated, and retirement planning.
The Private Financial Information You Must Share
Couples often split finance chores across multiple accounts, which makes management difficult, especially in emergencies. Learn what you must share.
10 Great Home-Based Side-Business Ideas
Launch your own home-based business doing the things you love. US News editor Kim Palmer shares 10 side ventures you can start today!
10 Healthy, Easy Breakfasts for People on the Go
If you're too rushed to eat breakfast most mornings, don't fret! These healthy morning meals require almost no prep and are easy to eat on your way to work.
10 Healthy Habits to Take to Work
Sitting all day has been called the new smoking. Here are 10 easy ways to stay healthy even if you have a risky desk job
The Law (of) Suits: Insurance for Men
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Best Money Tips: The Most Shoplifted Items of 2009
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. This week, we'll share the most shoplifted items of 2009, tell you the final date you can order online and still get your stuff
Best Money Tips: Make These 7 Moves to Retire Early
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Ask the Readers: How Do You Give? (Chance to win $20!)
Many people are making resolutions to give back to their communities and charitable organizations that have impacted their lives. Others are responding to the calls for aid in Hait
Should You Be Paying Someone Else to Do These 7 Common Chores?
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5 Things Your Financial Planner Isn't Telling You About Retirement
Relying too much on your financial planner may be costing you. Make sure you retire the smart way, with your interests at the forefront — and not your adviser's.
6 Things Financial Aid Might Not Cover
It's that time of year when students and parents are figuring out how to pay for college. Find out what financial aid covers — and what it doesn't.
Downsizing With Kids
Downsizing is happening all over the place these days. Here's some ideas to help you do more with less.