For new investors with limited resources, the stock market can be confusing and intimidating. Index funds are an easy, low risk, and affordable way to get started.
Those of us without traditional dental insurance may have been tempted to buy a dental “discount” plan. On paper, it looks good. In practicality, it could save you some, or more
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
Bankruptcy is the last resort to dealing with debt: when a person finds himself in so much debt that paying it off simply isn't an option, bankruptcy can be the only way to handle
Yes. Well, that's just my humble opinion, but I really don't see why this has so many people throwing their arms up in the air with shock. We tax liquor and cigarettes, neither of
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We'll we look at 10 jobs that will get a raise in 2010, a super easy approach to decluttering your home, tax tips for children a
Black Friday looms large on the horizon. Arm yourself with the skills of a frugal shopper, and you'll never waste a penny on another deceptive doorbuster.
Some stuff at Costco — like health care services — is available to members and nonmembers alike. Read on to learn how to get the deals without the card.
When you travel, it can be easy to be labeled as a tourist, which automatically makes you a target for theft. Here's how to get and carry cash safely and securely.
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3 Steps to Getting Started in the Stock Market With Index Funds
For new investors with limited resources, the stock market can be confusing and intimidating. Index funds are an easy, low risk, and affordable way to get started.
Will A Dental Discount Plan Save You Money?
Those of us without traditional dental insurance may have been tempted to buy a dental “discount” plan. On paper, it looks good. In practicality, it could save you some, or more
Getting by without a job, part 1--losing a job
Losing a job is always tough. During hard economic times--when it may not be possible to find another job as good as the one you've lost--it's even tougher. Here are a few steps
How to File For Bankruptcy
Bankruptcy is the last resort to dealing with debt: when a person finds himself in so much debt that paying it off simply isn't an option, bankruptcy can be the only way to handle
5 Ways Employee Perks Are Good for Business
Work perks keep employees happier, healthier, and more loyal. Find out how.
What Is Student Loan Forbearance, Anyway?
Student loans are a burden, no question about it. Find out if deferment or forbearance can help.
How to Put Your Spouse on a Budget Without Ruining Your Marriage
Get your spouse on the same financial page as you with these easy (and even fun!) budgeting tips.
10 Stores With the Best Price Matching
Start taking advantage of these great price match guarantees, and you'll never pay full retail again.
Health Risks and 5 Other Secrets Barcodes Can Tell You
You may think the barcode is only there for inventory and checkout, but think again. Barcodes hold a wealth of knowledge if you have the right key.
Should There Be a "Fat Tax" on Junk Food?
Yes. Well, that's just my humble opinion, but I really don't see why this has so many people throwing their arms up in the air with shock. We tax liquor and cigarettes, neither of
Guest Post: Living off Capital
I have a guest post up on The Simple Dollar that talks about Living Off Capital.
Best Money Tips: 10 Jobs That Will Get a Raise in 2010
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We'll we look at 10 jobs that will get a raise in 2010, a super easy approach to decluttering your home, tax tips for children a
5 Essentials for Building a Profitable Portfolio
Investing is a bit of an art form, but it doesn't need to be a complicated one. Know the essentials, and you'll be on your way to great returns.
8 Frugal Skills You Need to Survive Black Friday
Black Friday looms large on the horizon. Arm yourself with the skills of a frugal shopper, and you'll never waste a penny on another deceptive doorbuster.
12 Instant Pot Recipes That Will Save You Money
The Instant Pot just may be your perfect solution to easy, multi-purpose meal-making on the cheap.
7 Things Non-Members Can Get at Costco (Including Cheap Eye Exams!)
Some stuff at Costco — like health care services — is available to members and nonmembers alike. Read on to learn how to get the deals without the card.
Travel and Money: How to Get and Carry Cash Safely and Securely
When you travel, it can be easy to be labeled as a tourist, which automatically makes you a target for theft. Here's how to get and carry cash safely and securely.
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9 Problems You Can't Solve With Money
Many problems we face require us to spend money to solve them. Use the three-step plan to decide if the solution is worth the cost.