Omaha was my home for over 6 years, and while I enjoy living a more rural existence, I still frequent the metro for exciting entertainment options and unique shopping excursions.
A new article on Slate today details a study by some economists that say people should enjoy their money while they are still healthy and young. The conclusion of their study is th
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From the first recorded income tax to the popular teenage job that's filled with tax-evaders, prepared to be shocked, awed, and informed by these income-tax facts.
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10 Things to Do for Under $5 in the Omaha Metro Area
Omaha was my home for over 6 years, and while I enjoy living a more rural existence, I still frequent the metro for exciting entertainment options and unique shopping excursions.
Should you spend your money while you can?
A new article on Slate today details a study by some economists that say people should enjoy their money while they are still healthy and young. The conclusion of their study is th
Flashback Friday: The 60 Best Ways to Use Food Other Than Eating It
Eating food is the best, but what's even better is not wasting food that's about to go bad. Here are other ways to use food, other than eating it.
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Memorable Gift?
Tell us about your most memorable gift and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
A Simple Guide to Retirement Plans for the Self-Employed
Being your own boss has its major ups. But one of its biggest downs? You're on your own for retirement.
Recession Journal Part I: 'Fast' Money in the '09
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8 Common Job-Hunt Tips You Should Ignore
Want to get a job? Ignore this advice — and learn what you should be doing instead.
Book review: Game Over
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Strengthen your friendship bonds without weakening your finances with these fun, cheap outings and get-togethers.
Free Videos Offer Stress Relief and Relaxation
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15 Surprising Facts About Income Tax
From the first recorded income tax to the popular teenage job that's filled with tax-evaders, prepared to be shocked, awed, and informed by these income-tax facts.
Don't Throw That Out! 19 Great Meals You Can Make From Scraps
Bet you didn't know you were wasting a lot of your food! Instead of tossing those food scraps, make a delicious meal with them!
10 Smart Ways to Keep Your Clothes Looking New
You've stocked your capsule wardrobe with smart, versatile looks. Now keep them looking that way, season after season.
6 "Good" Eating Habits That Are Keeping Us Fat
Having a hard time dropping those last five? It may be due to a "truth" you learned long ago and haven't given a second thought...until now.
When Is the Best Time to Lock in a Mortgage Rate?
Knowing exactly when to lock in a mortgage rate can make a big difference on the cost of your home.
Learn good financial habits from your parents. Or not.
One of the big advantages that children of the middle-class and wealthy have is that they grow up in a household where a huge amount of financial knowledge is embedded in its day-t
2017 Tax Day Freebies and Discounts
Who knew Tax Day would be filled with freebies and discounts? You do now! Make April 18 a little more fun by hitting up some of these Tax Day offers.
8 Money Lessons We Can Learn From Baseball
Our beloved national pastime can teach us a whole lot about hitting a home run with our money.
Welcome All You Magazine Readers: Q & A With Linsey Knerl
I’m so excited to be featured in the newest issue of All You Magazine! Many of you have come here to learn more about Wise Bread, my blogging career, or just life as a work-at-home
6 Money Lessons We Can Learn From "Gilmore Girls"
Rory and Lorelai have taught us so much about love, family, and...money? Yep, money, too.