Many people are job hunting these days. I have worked with job seekers for many years and have found that these five common assumptions frequently derail a job search.
The $8000 first time homebuyer's tax credit is set to expire on November 30th. This means that those who want to take advantage of this refundable credit have only a couple months
If you're one of the 40 million Americans with student loan debt, you can save more in the long run by getting smart about saving, spending, and earning.
I ended my worries over where our beef comes from by investing in a quarter cow and a chest freezer. I considered the cost of the freezer as the cost of having the hormone-free, no
A few month ago, my husband received an unsolicited Visa Debit Card from NetSpend and I wrote about it here on Wise Bread. What I found interesting was that several commenters defe
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We are ready to tackle 2010's federal tax bill, the pros and cons of debt settlement companies, and all the ways you shouldn't w
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Your home is your haven, the place you and your family seek refuge from the outside world. Make it safer by eliminating these hidden household dangers.
You have things you need to carry at all times, and a painless way to do so. Get any of these five backpacks and your stuff will always be taken care of.
Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t
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Should the First Time Homebuyers Tax Credit be Expanded and Extended?
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5 Ways to Pay Off Your Student Debt Faster
If you're one of the 40 million Americans with student loan debt, you can save more in the long run by getting smart about saving, spending, and earning.
Save Enough on Meat to Buy a Chest Freezer
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Face it, we aren't all math mavens. But even if numbers make your head spin, you can still budget like a pro.
Is a Prepaid Debit Card Really Cheaper and Better than a Bank Debit Card?
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Everyone wants to eat well and spend less money. These delicious, easy-to-prepare meals let you do both.
My 2016 Budget Challenge: Where to Find Cheap Training for a New Career
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Save Money and Eat Better With These 6 Online Meal Planners
Hate meal planning but want to save on fast food? These sites will help.
25 Frugal Things I Do, 4 Spendthrift Confessions
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10 Surprisingly Dangerous Things You Have in Your Home
Your home is your haven, the place you and your family seek refuge from the outside world. Make it safer by eliminating these hidden household dangers.
The 5 Best Backpacks
You have things you need to carry at all times, and a painless way to do so. Get any of these five backpacks and your stuff will always be taken care of.
Are Americans Experiencing Frugality Fatigue?
Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t
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Fear is nothing to be afraid of. Learn to work through your fears — and reach your goals.
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