In the interest of frugality and safety , I will pass along a tip that I received from a waitress when my family and I were visiting Williamsburg. She advised us that free water in
It’s not often you get a double-whammy money-saving tip but this one falls into that category. Not only can you save cash by making your own cheap metal detector, you can find a fo
Key decisions that you make—especially when you're young, but also later—have implications that ripple through the whole rest of your life. People treat these early
It's not expensive to be nice -- in fact, it often costs nothing as Paul mentioned last week. Here are 12 easy ways to be nice that cost zero and a bonus idea that will set you
If you're not in control of your spending, your spending is in control of you. Here's how to break the spending habit and regain control of your money.
Much of what's convenient about online retail — reviews, one-click shopping, fast shipping — is aimed at one thing: reducing the "pain of paying" so you'll spend more.
Don't get confused by the way your money's divided up. It might be split up into IRAs, 401(k)s, 403(b)s, 529 plans, and annuities. Separately from that, it might be invested in d
Typically, if you love designer shoes and you don't want to pay retail prices, you would head to eBay, but lately the selection and prices can be hit or miss. Here are my five secr
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
8 Ways ETFs Can Put More Money in Your Pocket Than Mutual Funds
It used to be that that the smart way to invest simply was to buy mutual funds. Not anymore — ETFs are where your money should go.
3 Flexible Ways to Cash In Your Miles and Points
Got some miles and points burning a hole in your pocket? Here's how to cash them in.
4 Social Media Strategies that Actually Work
You're tweeting, your're updating your status, you're sharing, but is any of that the right way to make social media pay?
What Happens When We're Not Logical With Money
People aren't always logical when it comes to spending money. A recent Nobel Prize winner uncovered some stunning examples.
How to Find Free (or Cheap) Health Resources
From preventive screenings to primary care, you can find free or inexpensive healthcare thanks to these websites, clinics, and other resources.
5 Essential Things Women Should Know About Investing
Half of America's household breadwinners are women — who unfortunately, are still playing catch-up in the investment world. Find out why.
Best Money Tips: Score Cheap Locally Grown Food
Today we found some great articles on scoring cheap locally grown food, common retirement mistakes, and how to have an inexpensive wedding.
Covert transaction legal, life-saving: getting free drinks at the amusement park
In the interest of frugality and safety , I will pass along a tip that I received from a waitress when my family and I were visiting Williamsburg. She advised us that free water in
Kitchen Hacks: I Can Make This in That?
Jam in the freezer? Bread from a Crock-Pot? Oh, yes! Discover all of the tasty treats you can make in unexpected ways.
Checking in With Old Goals for the New Year
It seems like New Year's resolutions were made to be broken. This year, let's change that by looking old resolutions and getting them back on track.
Double hack – make a cheap metal detector, find a fortune.
It’s not often you get a double-whammy money-saving tip but this one falls into that category. Not only can you save cash by making your own cheap metal detector, you can find a fo
Designing your life
Key decisions that you make—especially when you're young, but also later—have implications that ripple through the whole rest of your life. People treat these early
13 Ways To Be Nice That Will Cost You Barely Anything
It's not expensive to be nice -- in fact, it often costs nothing as Paul mentioned last week. Here are 12 easy ways to be nice that cost zero and a bonus idea that will set you
8 Ways to Stop Spending — Today
If you're not in control of your spending, your spending is in control of you. Here's how to break the spending habit and regain control of your money.
TradeKing Review: The Best Brokerage for New and Intermediate Investors?
TradeKing's low fees and minimums, great research tools, and active community make it a good choice for your online brokerage.
How Online Retailers Make It Easier to Spend Money
Much of what's convenient about online retail — reviews, one-click shopping, fast shipping — is aimed at one thing: reducing the "pain of paying" so you'll spend more.
The "one big lump" theory of your money
Don't get confused by the way your money's divided up. It might be split up into IRAs, 401(k)s, 403(b)s, 529 plans, and annuities. Separately from that, it might be invested in d
5 Ways to Get Discounted Designer Shoes Without Using eBay
Typically, if you love designer shoes and you don't want to pay retail prices, you would head to eBay, but lately the selection and prices can be hit or miss. Here are my five secr
Flashback Friday: 143 Fun and Frugal Ways to Spend Your Weekend
There's no need to drain your bank account when there are so many frugal options for fun weekend activities. Now you've got plans!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 11/05
Good Cooking 5-Piece Ceramic Knife Set $26.95 (from $49.99) - For a limited time, save on this 5-piece ceramic knife set. [more]