One of the hardest parts of saving for your child's college expenses is calculating just what those expenses will total. Here are some ideas to get a better financial picture of th
I started writing online in 2007 at my personal blog and have not stopped since. I am very fortunate to have been selected to join Wise Bread last year and I have made a steady am
Today we found articles on hidden costs that can break your travel budget, emergency preparedness tips for first-time renters, and ways to turn unwanted wedding gifts into cash.
What keeps me up late at night? I worry about becoming a bag lady. And I have plenty of company; a lot of women (and some men also)have secret fears about living on the streets wit
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
Today we found articles on things you need to know about Black Friday, staying motivated when you’re debt-free, and reasons for and against keeping your accounts at the same bank.
We’re nearing the thick of tax time, and I’m sure the first thing on your mind (I know it’s on mine) is “how much money am I getting back?” and “what am I going to use the money fo
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Calculating the Cost of College
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Where can wannabe U.S. expats improve their quality of life for less? Here are five cities that you may have never considered before.
Write for money online series - Part I - Bukisa
I started writing online in 2007 at my personal blog and have not stopped since. I am very fortunate to have been selected to join Wise Bread last year and I have made a steady am
Best Money Tips: Ways to "Beat" the Stock Market
Today we found some great articles on ways to "beat" the stock market, saving for retirement, and prepping for guests with Dollar Store buys.
How Much Money Will You Need to Retire?
Do you really know how much money you'll need to retire? Find out by filling out this short (but comprehensive) worksheet.
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in January
December leaves many of us shopped out, but that also means that January has some great deals. Find out what to buy — and what to avoid.
6 Ways to Banish Negative Thoughts
Negative thoughts can make you unproductive, crabby, and straight-up unhappy. Stay positive with these suggestions.
Best Money Tips: Tips for a Better Retirement
Today we found some great articles on tips for a better retirement, easy-to-keep New Year's resolutions, and ways to avoid identity theft.
How to be the best customer
We've no shortage of "How to do good customer service" articles designed to be applied from the company's side. But what about customers?
Best Money Tips: Hidden Costs That Can Derail Your Budget Travel Plans
Today we found articles on hidden costs that can break your travel budget, emergency preparedness tips for first-time renters, and ways to turn unwanted wedding gifts into cash.
How I'm Conquering My Bag Lady Fears: My 10-Step Program
What keeps me up late at night? I worry about becoming a bag lady. And I have plenty of company; a lot of women (and some men also)have secret fears about living on the streets wit
Best of Personal Finance: Solar Eclipse/Moon Landing Edition
Between the moon landing (fake! It was filmed in Nevada!) anniversary, a recent solar eclipse, and amateur astronomers discovering huge craters on Jupiter, your mind may have been
11 Truths About Good Personal Finance
Many people ignore these important financial truths, costing them thousands of dollars a year. Are you one of them?
The Personal Finance Letter I'd Write to My Younger Self
If you could write a letter of personal finance advice to your younger, less money-smart self, what would you say?
Best Money Tips: Ways Families Can Save Money in February
Today we found some great articles on ways families can save in February, side hustle ideas, and smarter ways to give to charity.
5 Awesome Staycations You Should Take Before Winter Ends
Will winter never end? Beat cabin fever close to home with these inexpensive — and warming — excursion ideas.
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Your Food Bill
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving on your food bill, painless ways to save for your next vacation, and phrases not to use at work.
36 Green Gift Wrapping Ideas
Trying to maintain eco boundaries in the middle of winter holiday chaos? Here are 36 green gift wrapping ideas to get you started.
Best Money Tips: What You Need to Know About Black Friday 2016
Today we found articles on things you need to know about Black Friday, staying motivated when you’re debt-free, and reasons for and against keeping your accounts at the same bank.
Simple Tax Strategies to Maximize Your Tax Refund
We’re nearing the thick of tax time, and I’m sure the first thing on your mind (I know it’s on mine) is “how much money am I getting back?” and “what am I going to use the money fo