There are things the rich do that working class and middle class folks don't. Some of them--living off the return on capital rather than wages or salary--are only available to the
From cutting up credit cards to cutting out lattes, these pervasive personal finance tips are repeated again and again, but could be bad advice for you.
Today we found some very cool articles on common retirement planning mistakes, amazing ways to use balloons, and stocking your medicine cabinet for less.
What can a dollar buy you these days? Certainly not a gallon of gas, which it could have done 6 years ago. Anyway, this idea actually came out of a lunchtime chat with some friends. [more]
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Tactics of the rich
There are things the rich do that working class and middle class folks don't. Some of them--living off the return on capital rather than wages or salary--are only available to the
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When it rains, it pours — and when it does, that flood insurance you've hated paying for will seem like a pretty smart investment.
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Canned corn, ho-hum. But canned Unicorn? Yep, there's that and lots more hiding in the humble can these days.
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Put life's regrets aside for a moment and focus on these anti-regrets. You don't want to look back on your life and say, "I wish I did that!" right?
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From cutting up credit cards to cutting out lattes, these pervasive personal finance tips are repeated again and again, but could be bad advice for you.
Living the Savvy Life: A Review
Whether you're a hardcore budgeter or getting your finances in order for the first time, this book can help you save money — and achieve your goals.
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Staying cool during a hot summer isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these portable fans and you'll keep the sweat away everywhere you go.
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Today we found some very cool articles on common retirement planning mistakes, amazing ways to use balloons, and stocking your medicine cabinet for less.
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Lunch is the most important hour of the workday. Make the most of your time by making it all yours — and not the man's.
How to Add an Extra Hour to Your Day
There are never enough hours in the day to get things done, but by borrowing some money management skills, you can buy one.
What to Expect After These 5 Personal Financial Disasters
When a financial crisis hits, it helps to know exactly what to expect — and how to bounce back.
How to Budget When You're No Longer Broke
You went from barely making ends meet to being flush with cash. Don't abandon your broke budget!
9 End-of-Life Cost Savings Your Survivors Will Thank You For
Financial planning for your final years is not just a wise money move solely for you; your heirs will thank you, too.
8 Tips for Going Back to School as an Adult
There's a lot more life in the way when you return to school as an adult. Here's a crash course in making it work.
How to Plan for a Forced Early Retirement
Eighteen percent of Americans are forced to retire early. Are you prepared for an early retirement?
The Top 10 Cheapest Cars to Insure
Buying a new car, and want to keep your insurance premiums down? Stick to one of these models.
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Our Worst Financial Mistakes and What You Can Learn From Them
Wise Bread bloggers share their worst financial mistakes. Hopefully, wherever you may be in your living-large journey, you can learn from us.
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What can a dollar buy you these days? Certainly not a gallon of gas, which it could have done 6 years ago. Anyway, this idea actually came out of a lunchtime chat with some friends. [more]