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Our Senior Editor Is Moving On: A Goodbye From Meg
After almost four years with Wise Bread, I'm moving on. And I'll miss you guys!
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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.
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When Does Your Credit Card Start Charging Interest on a Purchase?
There's a lot that goes into a credit card's interest rate. The most important thing you need to know is when you'll be charged for it.
Is a 15-Year Mortgage a Good Idea?
A 15-year, fixed rate mortgage can save you thousands in interest payments. But is it really worth it?
10 Lifesaving Skills Everyone Should Know
Do you know how to safely exit a sinking car? Help someone with an allergic reaction? Do CPR? Learn these skills, and be prepared to help save a life.
8 Seasonal Side Hustles That'll Cover Your Holiday Spending
The holidays are almost here! Feeling a cash crunch? These seasonal side hustles have your holiday spending covered.
Here's How Rich You'd Be if You Stopped Drinking Expensive Coffee
Fancy coffee drinkers, heads up! Your daily caffeine vice may seem like a harmless treat, but it's costing you more money than you may realize.
A Comprehensive Guide to the Debt Snowball Method
If you're trying to pay off a stack of debts, the snowball method can give you the motivation you need to knock them all out. Learn how.
The U.S. Savings Rate Has Tanked — Here's Why That Matters
The U.S. savings rate is the lowest since the Great Recession. Do you need to get your savings back on track?
Your Travel Rewards Points Were Stolen. Now What?
You know that hackers can steal your credit card info. Guess what? Your travel rewards aren't totally safe, either.
14 Popular Snacks You Can Make at Home
Store bought snacks are pricey and fattening. Whether you're craving salty or sweet, it's cheap and easy to make your own — and healthier, too!
The Encouraging Truth About How Americans Are Covering the Cost of College
Everybody knows college is expensive, but just how much are people really paying out of pocket? A recent survey sheds some light.
Which Airline's Frequent Flyer Miles Have the Best Value?
Do some frequent flyer miles have more value than others? Let's find out.
5 Ways to Make Money From Mother's Day
Turn Mother's Day into a moneymaker with a these clever income-earning ideas.
25 Frugal Ways to "Pay It Forward"
Paying it forward — doing something nice for someone else — makes that person feel great AND improves your day. Here's how to do it frugally.
20+ Things You Need in Your House to Keep Your Family Safe
Home is where the heart is — and where your family should always be safe. Don't skimp on these basic home safety precautions.