The only easy way to create a budget is to start with what you spent last month (and last year) and copy the numbers forward. If you don't do that, you're going to miss so
Investing is easier than you might imagine, especially with help from the right online brokerage. Get started with one of these brokerages for $500 or less.
There's a certain class of ways to get free money or free stuff simply by paying attention, keeping track, and being careful. I don't do these things. It's not because they don't
Those of us without traditional dental insurance may have been tempted to buy a dental “discount” plan. On paper, it looks good. In practicality, it could save you some, or more
Do you consider yourself to be a wizard at bartering? Are you considering opting out of the money economy for even more of your day-to-day business? If you have a tip, opinion, o
If you're like me, reveling in the fresh produce of summer and saddened when it departs in the fall, despair isn't your only option. There are good ways to preserve fruits and vege
Currently many homes for sale are owned by banks. These properties are also known as real estate owned or REO and they have gone through the foreclosure process. Some of them are i
So you love watching movies for free, and you also love getting instant access to them. Well, if those movies happen to be documentaries, there is a great free online resource for
Trade your annual spring cleaning for deep-cleaning individual rooms more frequently to save time, lessen allergies, and keep your house looking great.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
A better way to create a budget
The only easy way to create a budget is to start with what you spent last month (and last year) and copy the numbers forward. If you don't do that, you're going to miss so
How to Maximize Rewards on Everyday Spending
If you're not using your travel or cash back card for certain expenses, you're leaving valuable rewards on the table.
Best Money Tips: Best Ways to Save Money for 2013
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to save money for 2013, lowering your summer cooling bill, and jobs to get in college.
Best Money Tips: Writing the Perfect Cover Letter
Today we found some fantastic articles on writing the perfect cover letter, why gas prices keep going up, and retirement advice from real people.
5 Best Online Brokerages
Investing is easier than you might imagine, especially with help from the right online brokerage. Get started with one of these brokerages for $500 or less.
I turn down free money
There's a certain class of ways to get free money or free stuff simply by paying attention, keeping track, and being careful. I don't do these things. It's not because they don't
Will A Dental Discount Plan Save You Money?
Those of us without traditional dental insurance may have been tempted to buy a dental “discount” plan. On paper, it looks good. In practicality, it could save you some, or more
The 5 Best Food Dehydrators
Dehydrating food allows you to easily preserve your garden's bounty. Do it with one of these affordable, reliable dehydrators.
Do You Barter? -- Tell Us and Enter to win $10!
Do you consider yourself to be a wizard at bartering? Are you considering opting out of the money economy for even more of your day-to-day business? If you have a tip, opinion, o
Eat Healthy This Winter Without Spending a Fortune
If you're like me, reveling in the fresh produce of summer and saddened when it departs in the fall, despair isn't your only option. There are good ways to preserve fruits and vege
6 Basic Tips for Buying a Bank Owned Home
Currently many homes for sale are owned by banks. These properties are also known as real estate owned or REO and they have gone through the foreclosure process. Some of them are i
Watch All The Documentary Movies You Can Handle, Free Online - And Yes, It's Legal.
So you love watching movies for free, and you also love getting instant access to them. Well, if those movies happen to be documentaries, there is a great free online resource for
Clams, Cheese, and Bread: Why We Call Money What We Do
Ever wonder why people call a dollar a "greenback" or a "buck?" Read on to learn the roots of those nicknames and more!
Could You Put Away a Million Dollars by Driving a Used Car?
Everyone loves that new car smell. But wouldn't you love saving that money and turning it into a million bucks even more?
Trade in New Year's Resolutions for Achieving Life Goals
New Year's resolutions are nice. But this year, go a step further and instead of just making a year-long goal, make a goal for life.
Spring into Cleaning Now
Trade your annual spring cleaning for deep-cleaning individual rooms more frequently to save time, lessen allergies, and keep your house looking great.
5 Countries Where You Can Retire for $1,000 a Month
Low cost-of-living is the name of the game in these beautiful countries where you can retire for less than $1,000 per month.
Teaching Preschoolers About Money: An Interview With Beth Kobliner
Start teaching your preschooler financial savvy with some help from expert Beth Kobliner and the familiar characters of Sesame Street.
Repaint Your Old Furniture for a Budget Décor Update
Give new life to your old furniture with this step-by-step guide to applying good old-fashioned paint.
Free or Cheap Wall Art
You don't have to buy expensive art to decorate your home. Check out these sources for free and affordable wall art.