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Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
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How to Talk to Friends and Family About Money (Without Making Everyone Mad)
Most of us would rather get a tooth pulled than talk about money with friends and family. Here's how to make the money talk painless.
7 Ways to Make Money Off of Your New Year's Resolutions
When you set your resolutions this New Year's, why not figure out a way to make a little extra cash along with them?
Everything You Didn’t Understand About Credit Card Interest, Grace Periods, and Penalty APRs
Everything you need to know about credit card interest.
10 Smart Ways to Keep Your Clothes Looking New
You've stocked your capsule wardrobe with smart, versatile looks. Now keep them looking that way, season after season.
With Micro-Investing, Your Smartphone Pays YOU
If investing in the stock market puts you on edge, micro-investing with these three apps can help build your nest egg.
Are You Eating the 10 Most Over-Priced Restaurant Menu Items?
It's no secret that dining out costs more than dining in. A Wise Bread writer runs the numbers on her local grubberies and to find out how much more.
8 Questions to Ask on a College Tour
Picking the right college is as simple as knowing the right questions to ask.
8 Fundraising Steps for Building a New Business
You have a business idea. It's going to be great. But how do you raise the money to get it off the ground? Start here.
10 Best Family Friendly Road Trip Routes in the U.S.
Looking to take the kids on a cross-country road trip they'll never forget? These routes can't be beat.
How to Keep Home Improvement Projects From Busting Your Budget
You might have a set home improvement budget, but scope creep can easily bust it wide open. Here's how to prevent that.
9 Problems You Can't Solve With Money
Many problems we face require us to spend money to solve them. Use the three-step plan to decide if the solution is worth the cost.
Best Money Tips: 30 Habits, Qualities, and Secrets That Lead to Success
Today we found articles on the habits and qualities that lead you to success, tips for driving on snowy roads, and ways to explore a new city on the cheap.
5 Times You Should Demand a Raise
You want a raise, but when is it right to ask for one? Here are five times you've definitely earned a pay bump — and are likely to get it.
Need to Sell Your House? Here's How to Let Go
Selling your home is more than just signing on a dotted line. You have to find emotional closure, too.
This One Ratio Is the Key to a Good Credit Score
Understanding this key credit scoring ratio may be the secret to unlocking a higher credit score. The math is simple, and so is the strategy.
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 Times to Update Your Homeowners Insurance
You probably haven't looked at your homeowners policy since you bought your house. You might want to; especially if you've made these changes.
The Basics of Asset Allocation
Once beginning investors move beyond indexes and mutual funds, they start to hear about asset allocation. Learn the basics and how they apply to your investment decisions.
8 Free Things You Can Do on Any Vacation
What can you do to entertain the family on vacation without breaking the bank? Quite a lot, actually.
12 Ways You Can Go Easier on Yourself
Pushing hard to exceed our own high expectations can lead to burnout. Learn how to dial it back to reduce stress and remain productive and engaged.