Over and over again, in budgeting articles and even books on personal finance, I see sample budgets that include debt repayment as if it were an expense. This shows a fundamental
Even the biggest spendthrifts have a frugal obsession or two. Wise Bread readers must have their own obsessions or habits that save money, and more importantly, offer a sense of sa
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
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If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
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Debt repayment is not an expense
Over and over again, in budgeting articles and even books on personal finance, I see sample budgets that include debt repayment as if it were an expense. This shows a fundamental
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What's your frugal obsession?
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The new face of poverty is fat
Twenty years ago, I parked at a supermarket, near where a poor family had just parked. I knew they were poor, because they looked like poor folks are supposed to look: Their clot
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How I got two CEOs to listen to my complaints
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Check your statements
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Turn Old Clothes Into Money With These 4 Tools and Apps
Clean out your closet and make a little cash with the help of the Internet. It's easy!
Best Credit Cards for Jewelry Stores
A guide to the best jewelry store credit cards.
The Ethics of Free: Is it Wrong to Get Free Stuff?
The problem with free is that it doesn't mean something is really free. It just means that someone else has paid for the product or service instead of you.
Cleaning Out for a Cause: Make a Noncash Tax-Deductible Donation
Donating your used goods can help those in need, reduce clutter, and give you a nice tax deduction. Here's what you need to know to donate goods before the end of the year.
12 Times Your Credit Card Has Your Back
In times of trouble, your best resource could be right in your pocket. Yes, your credit card totally has your back!
Should You Buy a Car With a Credit Card?
With the right strategy, financing your new ride with plastic can be a smart money move.
7 Work-From-Home Jobs for People Who Hate Talking on the Phone
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How to Keep Your Job Hunt From Busting Your Budget
You want to go all out in your job search, but you don't want to go broke in the process.
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.
What to Do If Your Employer Won't Pay You
There are bad bosses; and then there are bosses who won't even pay up.