Your car has cosmetic damage after a crash. Do you get it repaired or use the insurance money for something else? There could be serious ramifications.
Not so fast on that mouse-button, frequent Amazon shopper -- the ginormous Internet retailer doesn't always offer the best price. It still pays to shop around.
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
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13 Ways to Get Free Travel Accommodations
The biggest chunk of your travel budget is where you'll lay your head at night. Cut those costs with these clever ways to stay for free!
6 Ways to Split the Bill Without Losing Friends
Having dinner with friends is always fun, but awkwardness ensues when the bill arrives. It doesn't have to be that way, though.
7 Reasons You Need to Downsize
If your house is eating up too much of your time, energy, and cash, it may be time to find smaller digs.
4 Ways to Make Money From St. Patrick's Day
Bring a little luck of the Irish to your bank account with these easy ways to earn some greenbacks on St. Patty's Day.
15 Halloween Costumes for People Who Hate Dressing Up
If you think dressing up is a drag but still need a get up for a costume party, consider one of these low-effort, high-reward "costumes."
Are You Paying Off Credit Card Debt the Wrong Way?
Many Americans who are paying off credit card debt are doing it the wrong way — are you?
The Biggest Ways You're Wasting Money at the Pump
Unless your car really, really needs it, you're better off skipping premium. Find out other ways you can save at the pump.
Ask the Readers: What Small Thing Brings You the Most Joy?
Tell us what small thing brings you the most joy and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
These 17 Companies Will Help You Repay Your Student Loan
Higher education comes at a cost. These companies get it, and they're helping employees pay down student debt one paycheck at a time.
Avoid These 6 Common Mistakes When Moving Across the Country
Before you pile your stuff into that moving truck, make sure you aren't making any of these pricey moving mistakes!
24 Ways to Have a Blast This Weekend While Spending $0
Weekends are the best part of the week, but usually they cost money. Make this weekend a no spender with one or more of these fun, free activities.
Repair the Car or Spend the Cash?
Your car has cosmetic damage after a crash. Do you get it repaired or use the insurance money for something else? There could be serious ramifications.
Bookmark This: A Step-by-Step Guide to Choosing 401(k) Investments
Don't get overwhelmed picking your own 401(k) investments. Use this simple approach to build a stable retirement portfolio.
5 Things You Shouldn't Order on Amazon
Not so fast on that mouse-button, frequent Amazon shopper -- the ginormous Internet retailer doesn't always offer the best price. It still pays to shop around.
How an Exit Strategy Can Make You a Better Investor
We're all for buy and hold, but sometimes, it really does make sense to sell an investment. That's where an exit strategy comes in.
8 Valuable Rights You Might Lose When You Refinance Student Loans
You can refinance your mortgage to chip away at federal student loans faster. But be cautious: It comes at a cost.
6 Slick Tools to Save Money on Car Repairs
These 6 tools are reliable and affordable, designed to help get car maintenance and repair costs under control and well under budget.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Your Phone Bill?
Tell us how you save on your phone bill and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
When to Use Savings to Pay Off Debt
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
Selling Your Groupon Coupons
If you've bought a Groupon or Living Social coupon but can't (or don't want to) use it, these sites will help you sell it to someone who wants it.