Posted October 28, 2009 - 07:00 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. This week, we're offering encouragement for those around you with no job, a better way to buy used online, and 10 ways you can actually improve yourself with no money to your name. (Oh, and did you hear the news about Hulu.com no longer being free in 2010? Good thing you can still get a free credit report!)
Posted October 27, 2009 - 06:00 by Linsey Knerl
What do you think about stress and spending? Are they closely related? Do you see one causing the other? Or are you in a place where you can manage stress and/or spending independently of one another? Tell us your thoughts for a chance to win $10!
Posted October 26, 2009 - 08:16 by Linsey Knerl
It happens almost weekly for some: your computer freezes, your iPhone won’t power down, or your printer is jammed in a big way. The frugalist in you just doesn’t want to make an expensive house call to a tech professional, and most of the time – that’s OK! We’ve got 5 top resources for finding free tech advice online, and a few tips for helping you decide which tips are worthy.
Posted October 21, 2009 - 07:00 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. We look at why Alaska really doesn't want you (unless you have a job, that is) and how you can choose the right type of baby carrier for your little bundle. You'll also have a chance to speak your mind on some "ethics" in frugality (like if it's really OK to take those little shampoos home from your hotel stay).
Posted October 20, 2009 - 08:31 by Linsey Knerl
Are you thinking that maybe, this year is a "special" year? Do you think it may be wise to buy as soon as possible, instead of waiting out the pending Black Friday tradition and the savings that accompany it? Or are you going to play it straight, save your cash, and buy when you can afford it (regardless of that pesky shrinking buck.) Share your thoughts for a chance to win $10!
Posted October 15, 2009 - 05:00 by Linsey Knerl
The frugal gal in me would seem poised to present several homemade options for the trick-or-treat crowd. After some careful thought and an analysis of what we truly needed for costumes the past few years, I have done a complete 180, and ended up buying some of the most expensive costumes we could find. Here are 5 reasons why.
Posted October 14, 2009 - 08:00 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. We are ready to tackle 2010's federal tax bill, the pros and cons of debt settlement companies, and how to get all the seeds out of a pomegranate. (And armed with all the ways you shouldn't write your cover letter, we think you'll accomplish a lot before next week!)
Posted October 13, 2009 - 07:48 by Linsey Knerl
What do you think? Are gift cards a cop-out or the perfect present for picky people? Do you find that they make the process of gifting easier? Would you prefer to receive one? Share your thoughts for a chance to win a $10 (your guessed it) gift card!
Posted October 8, 2009 - 08:00 by Linsey Knerl
I purchased a lovely outdoor furniture set this year for my future patio. The problem was that the patio never got built. Our solution? Bring it inside. Here are the five reasons we will continue to use the outdoors inside, and why we may never go back to traditional furniture.
Posted October 7, 2009 - 06:30 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to our weekly best of personal finance roundup! We share over 100 effective ways to spend less on your grocery bill, 7 tips for investing in the stock market (even if you have no money), and how to get out of that awful cell phone contract. (We even share a few juicy tidbits from Gwyneth and Red Robin.)
Posted October 6, 2009 - 06:00 by Linsey Knerl
It's here! Fall has arrived, and with it reports of frost, breezy evenings, and *gasp* snow! If you're not already thinking ahead to how you'll ever pay that ominous heating bill, now is your chance to learn from your Wise Bread friends. We want to know your proven tips for saving money this winter. It can be on heating, gasoline, snow-shoveling bills, or even your ice rink fees. If it's winter-weather worthy, it's eligible for a chance to win $10!
Posted October 5, 2009 - 07:16 by Linsey Knerl
We’ve often joked that Craigslist is a haven for unworthy junk and hopeless cast-offs, but in my experience, it has proven to be a time and money-saving resource that I regularly use for finding amazing deals and solid bartering opportunities. Here are the basics of how it works and the tools that can give you the advantage in buying only the best!
Posted September 30, 2009 - 06:00 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread’s Best of Personal Finance Roundup. This week, we find out if bees or sharks are more dangerous to you and your insurance policy, why good writing matters, and when it's OK to finance fun (if ever).
Posted September 29, 2009 - 07:00 by Linsey Knerl
News analysts, finance gurus, and even the guy at the grocery store all have their opinions on whether this is the tail end of a painful spot in our economic history. What do you think? Is this recession finally over? Share your thoughts for a chance to win $10!
Posted September 23, 2009 - 09:00 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread’s Best of Personal Finance Roundup. This week, we look at ways to save money on your child’s school pictures, how to pull together a tasty gourmet meal from goods you get at a dollar store, and where to retire in style.
Posted September 22, 2009 - 07:00 by Linsey Knerl
You don't have to live on either end of the earning spectrum to challenge the stigmas attached with your annual salary. Sometimes, we can fool others into thinking our lifestyle matches our paycheck. Would your friends and family be surprised to know how much (or how little) you make? Or is it pretty obvious that you're either rolling in the dough...or rolling in bed over agony of how you'll pay your bills? Share your experiences to be entered to win $10!
Posted September 16, 2009 - 08:00 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. This week we're talking leftover hot dog buns and a blinged-out J.D. Roth. (You'll have to see it to believe it!)
Posted September 15, 2009 - 15:49 by Linsey Knerl
You hear it all the time: A penny found here, is one you don't have to earn somewhere else. But with all the talks of skipping lattes to create huge financial gains down the road, there are skeptics who argue that all this penny-pinching is having a minimal effect on our long-term savings -- and a burdensome effect on our time and stress levels. Where do you stand on the argument? Answer for a chance to win $10!
Posted September 10, 2009 - 07:13 by Linsey Knerl
We want to hear your thoughts on food storage. Do you do it for emergency insurance? Do you have it only as a result of amazing CVS deals gone wild? Is it something you feel is important? Crazy? Tell us in the comments and you will be entered to win our weekly $10 prize? (That's enough to order a good book on canning and freezing!)
Posted September 9, 2009 - 06:48 by Linsey Knerl
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. This week we’ll share the ins and outs of a credit freeze, how to make your own deodorant, and some thrift store shopping tips. (And a hysterical anatomical reference that is surprisingly evocative.)
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