Buying your first home is a big accomplishment, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. Take our quick quiz to find out if you're ready to take the plunge.
In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
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Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. In this edition, we'll share with you how to stay cool, quit your job, learn from metaphors, make money from your crafts, and more!
Sweetheart scammers have been around forever, but social media and the internet have broadened their reach. Learn how to protect your heart, and your wallet.
Almost everybody enjoys the gift of cash, but a thin envelope isn't much fun to unwrap. Make your next cash gift thoughtful (and fun!) with these clever cash packing ideas.
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Quiz: Am I Really Ready to Buy a Home?
Buying your first home is a big accomplishment, but it comes with a lot of responsibility. Take our quick quiz to find out if you're ready to take the plunge.
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10 Things You Can Do to Reduce Your Risk of Diabetes
Reducing your risk of developing diabetes is not complicated. All you need is the willingness to make a few simple lifestyle changes.
How Money Can Destroy Your Dreams
Money can control you or it can free you. It can improve your life or it can make your life miserable. By being aware of how money can affect you, you have already taken the first
The 5 Best Surround Sound Speakers
If you're saving money by watching movies at home, make your home entertainment system extraordinary with these surround sound speakers.
Best Money Tips: Screw It, I'm Buying an Air Conditioner
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. In this edition, we'll share with you how to stay cool, quit your job, learn from metaphors, make money from your crafts, and more!
10 Things You Can Do Right Now to Become More Hirable
You can land that job by presenting the most hirable version of you. Here are 10 things you can do immediately to become more hirable.
8 Frugal Destinations for a Dreamy Winter Getaway
Those first few flecks are wonderful, but snow gets cold and miserable fast. Escape the chill in these sunny locales that won't scorch your budget.
How to Avoid a "Sweetheart Scam"
Sweetheart scammers have been around forever, but social media and the internet have broadened their reach. Learn how to protect your heart, and your wallet.
The 8 Worst Home Sale Horror Stories
Buying or selling a house is rarely easy, but these eight home sales turned into actual home sale horror shows.
8 Ways to Save on a First Date Without Looking Cheap
A first date is all about putting your best foot forward. Impress your intended without breaking your budget with these frugal date ideas.
36 Workouts You Can Do in Your Living Room While It's Cold Out
Yeah, it's cold outside, but that's no excuse to skip your workout. All you need is few feet of living room and the desire to get moving.
5 Unexpected Costs of Living in a Tiny House
Tiny homes can save you a ton of money on a mortgage — but some of their hidden expenses aren't quite so tiny.
How to Calculate the Value of Your Credit Card Rewards
Ever wonder what your credit card rewards are actually worth? Let's find out.
Common Money-Saving Mistakes That Can Cost Big Bucks
Some common efforts to save actually result in wasting money. Think twice and avoid these common pitfalls.
The SEP-IRA Is How the Self-Employed Do Retirement Like a BOSS
The self-employed aren't saving enough for retirement. Are you one of them? Time to start a SEP-IRA.
The Housing Market Is Finally Rebounding
The housing market is rebounding, and the buyer's market is ending. But should you rush to buy a home now? Read this article to help decide.
The Basics of CD Laddering
To get the most out of your long-term savings, set up a CD ladder to earn the most attractive rates without tying up your money for years and years.
5 Ways to Live Bank-Free
One in 12 Americans lives bank free — by choice. Find out how they do it so you can, too!
10 Fun Ways to Wrap the Gift of Cash
Almost everybody enjoys the gift of cash, but a thin envelope isn't much fun to unwrap. Make your next cash gift thoughtful (and fun!) with these clever cash packing ideas.