There's a new crowd of web sharks on the prowl; they are effective, they are legal, and they want your data. Learn how to remove yourself from their jaws.
Thanks to the Fair Credit Billing Act, the law's on your side when it comes to fraudulent card account charges. Here's how to protect your rights (and your wallet).
Don't keep ignoring those pennies you find on the floor, in the drawer, in the parking lot. If only you'd gather all the loose change up from just around your house, you could prob
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
6 Free Debt Management Tools
You're always checking your smartphone anyways, so you may as well put it (and the Internet) to better use tracking your debt!
6 Smart Ways to Use Garage Space
If the garage serves no other purpose but another space for clutter to pile up, why not convert it into one of these creative uses?
6 Infuriating Ways You're Ruining Someone Else's Credit
Yep, you can totally wreck someone else's credit score. Don't be that person.
How to Protect Your Retirement Account From a Hack
You know your bank account and credit card can get hacked. But are you forgetting to monitor your hard-earned retirement savings?
The Best Credit Cards for Back to School Shopping
The right credit card can mean big savings for your back to school shopping. These are the best ones to use for this fall.
Ask the Readers: How Will You Prep Your Home for Winter?
Tell us how you'll prep your home for winter and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Attempts to Escape the Clutches of Online Data Aggregators
There's a new crowd of web sharks on the prowl; they are effective, they are legal, and they want your data. Learn how to remove yourself from their jaws.
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.
IRS Delays Start of Tax Filing for Some Taxpayers in 2011
The IRS announced that certain taxpayers will have to wait until late February 2011 to file taxes. Read on to see if you are affected by this delay.
Beware: Your Insurance May Not Cover These 8 Losses
Insurance offers peace of mind, but it doesn't make you indestructible. Beware these costly gaps in coverage.
7 Ways to Avoid Getting Seriously Sick on Vacation
Don't let a bout of sickness ruin your vacation. Put your health first, even on the road.
How to Win a Fraud Dispute With Your Credit Card Company
Thanks to the Fair Credit Billing Act, the law's on your side when it comes to fraudulent card account charges. Here's how to protect your rights (and your wallet).
9 Things to Consider Before Retiring to a Tiny Home or RV
If your retirement dream home is tiny — or on wheels — you may want to make these considerations before taking the plunge.
10 Ways You're Being a Terrible Neighbor
Unless you enjoy being a terrible neighbor, maybe keep the sloppy parking and late night fireworks to a minimum.
5 Household Fixes You Should Stop Paying Others For
You don't have to be a handyman to take care of household hiccups. Instead, save money by handling these common problems yourself.
10 Reasons an HSA Is Actually Worth Having
Don't be intimidated by an HSA! These handy health care savings vehicles are totally worth your while.
7 Things You Need to Know About Pet Insurance
Before you sign up for pet insurance, there are a few things you should know.
21 Things You Should Make Your Kids Pay For
Instead of buying that shiny new toy for your kiddoes, maybe they should pay for it.
This Is the Difference Between a Loan and a Line of Credit
If you need to borrow money, you may wonder how a loan differs from a line of credit. Let's break it down.
Forget Saving...25 Places to Look for Spare Change
Don't keep ignoring those pennies you find on the floor, in the drawer, in the parking lot. If only you'd gather all the loose change up from just around your house, you could prob