A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
This is really a non-issue, if you work a regular job: Your employer withholds taxes. It's also not much of an issue if you're self-employed and your income is reasonably
I thought I knew the answer to that. Admittedly, I’ve only been driving for seven years and rarely park in downtown Denver, where most of our parking meters are located. But I had
Too much stuff getting in your way and getting you down? Part cleaning and part therapy, deep decluttering clears ours heads while it clears out space.
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Front-loaded loans: a financial conspiracy?
A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
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A Budget is Not a Constraint
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Taxes on irregular income
This is really a non-issue, if you work a regular job: Your employer withholds taxes. It's also not much of an issue if you're self-employed and your income is reasonably
Do you know how to use a parking meter? Serious question.
I thought I knew the answer to that. Admittedly, I’ve only been driving for seven years and rarely park in downtown Denver, where most of our parking meters are located. But I had
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This One Skill Can Make You a Better Boss
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The Store Sales Cycle: Your Monthly Guide to Clearance Prices
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Save Big at These 4 Discount Supermarkets
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12 Ways a Deep Declutter Can Improve Your Life
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Turn Your Backyard Into a Wildlife Refuge for Under $40
It won't cost you much to make a backyard sanctuary for local wildlife.
5 Tax Mistakes Freelancers Need to Stop Making
When you run your own business, taxes can be tricky. Don't let these tax mistakes derail your freelance finances.
9 Times to Hire a Lawyer Immediately
Sometimes, having a good lawyer in your corner really does make all the difference.
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15 Free Ways to Learn Something New
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How to Stop Those Annoying Robocalls
Sick of the receiving an endless number of robocalls when you're just trying to live your life? We have good news for you.