Preventing a collapse of the financial system is part of preventing a depression. However, the shorthand term for this--getting the banks able and willing to lend--is misleading.
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Don't Skip These 8 Tax Breaks for Students
College isn't cheap, but students of any age can cut the cost by claiming the right deductions. Would any of these help you or a student you know?
Another path to recovery: higher incomes
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Awesome Accomplishments: 50+ Questions to Ask Yourself and Figure Out What You've Done
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Check Out These 5 Legit Mystery Shopping Gigs
Get paid to shop? Yes, it can be done, and without getting scammed.
FICO or FAKO: Are Free Credit Scores From Credit Cards the Real Thing?
Your credit card provider might offer your credit score —for free! — every month. Here's what you need to know about that complimentary number.
9 Ways Restaurant Menus Are Designed to Make You Spend More
You'll never look at a restaurant menu the same way again.
How to Effectively Complain to Get What You Want
Effective complaints make everybody happy — including you. Learn the right way to complain and get what you want.
20 Fitness Gifts for $15 or Less
From cyclists to swimmers, find great (and inexpensive!) gifts for the fitness-lovers in your life.
Stop Thinking of Your House as an Investment
Your home may be where your heart is, but it's not an investment.
9 Delicious Reasons Cider Is Our Favorite Fall Treat
You can do a whole lot more with apple cider than just drink it plain!
4 Portfolio "Blind Spots" That Are Ruining Your Investments
Mental biases can keep you blind. When it comes to your investments, they can also keep you poor.
5 Excuses We Need to Stop Making About Overspending
You deserve it. It's on sale! There are dozens of excuses for overspending, and it's time to stop making them.
Should You Avoid Rewards Cards With Annual Fees?
The common wisdom is that credit cards with annual fees are never worth it, but the truth is that you could be missing out on valuable rewards.
10 Things You Do to Save Money That End Up Costing You More
Sometimes, what we think we're doing to save money actually costs us a lot more. Make sure you're not making one of these "saving" mistakes.
5 Things Never to Bring Up in a Job Interview
Ready to ace that job interview? Of course you are, but just be sure you don't bring up one of these no-no topics.
10 Things You Should Never Say in a Work Email
Email is essential. But in the office, these 10 typed-out phrases are major no-nos — your job could be at risk!
Best asset allocation for your portfolio
This is the first Wise Bread post that I've been afraid to write. I've thought about it many times, but haven't even gotten as far as making notes until today, when I
Best Store Credit Cards
Retail branded credit cards may be a wise choice for loyal customers. But what about department store credit cards?
5 Surprising Ways the Rich Get Richer
The rich get richer. You could get jealous, or you could get inspired to find out how wealthy stay that way, and copy them?
13 Benefits of Being a Night Owl
Our culture esteems the early riser, but being a night owl has its advantages. Discover how staying up late can help you get ahead.