Today we found articles on ways to get bigger checks from Social Security, cheats for waking yourself up during the week, and how to avoid leaving money on the table.
When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall
In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
Do you think the United States is about to collapse? Dmitry Orlov does, but you don't have to agree with him to learn a lot from his new book, which is packed with useful tips on
From Twitter to Digg, emails to IM and let's not forget all those social networking sites, its easy to get bogged down just by logging on.
Fortunately, you can keep your online
You can always tell when inflation has become ingrained in an economy--you start hearing people say, "Buy now before the price goes up!" I remember hearing that a lot in the late
Do you need a career guide? And, if so, do you need one written as manga? It almost doesn't matter--Daniel H. Pink has written one, and it's got enough good lessons packed into a
The most fun, memorable and least expensive birthday party for your child may be, figuratively and literately, right in your own backyard. I’ve attended and hosted fabulous but sim
Some books draw you in with mystery and suspense. Others keep you hooked with drama or intrigue. And then there are some that just manage to really hit home and make you say "Ah-ha
"Barter." We hear that word a lot these days. Do a Google-search and you'll be deluged with websites on the subject. But what exactly is barter, why is barter seeing a huge resurg
"Free shipping" is often advertised as attractive bait for you to take action and buy something! That is, until you find out it's not free after all. Here are tips & tricks to help
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Best Money Tips: How to Get Bigger Checks From Social Security
Today we found articles on ways to get bigger checks from Social Security, cheats for waking yourself up during the week, and how to avoid leaving money on the table.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Resolutions for 2014?
Tell us about your 2014 resolutions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What’s Your Top Tip to Stay in Touch with Colleagues Without Spending a Fortune?
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Ask the Readers: Will You Shop Back-to-School Sales?
Tell us whether you shop back-to-school sales and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Letter Always Wins
When it comes to shaming companies into rewarding the disgruntled customer, writing an old fashioned letter (and having the tenacious personality of my husband) is all that's reall
Are some lives so empty that an iPhone 3G will fill the void?
In certain parts of the world (Russia comes to mind), people have stood in line for hours just to get some food. It’s messed up, but I get it. If standing in line for hours will re
8 Brands That Came Back From the Dead
Just because a brand dies doesn't mean it's gone for good. These zombie brands are proof that everyone loves a comeback.
Book review: Reinventing Collapse
Do you think the United States is about to collapse? Dmitry Orlov does, but you don't have to agree with him to learn a lot from his new book, which is packed with useful tips on
The Surprising Way Birth Order Decides Your Money Habits
Can't figure out why you keep making the same money mistakes? Your birth order might be to blame.
Too many online accounts? You need an aggregator.
From Twitter to Digg, emails to IM and let's not forget all those social networking sites, its easy to get bogged down just by logging on. Fortunately, you can keep your online
Why save during an inflation?
You can always tell when inflation has become ingrained in an economy--you start hearing people say, "Buy now before the price goes up!" I remember hearing that a lot in the late
Book review: The Adventures of Johnny Bunko
Do you need a career guide? And, if so, do you need one written as manga? It almost doesn't matter--Daniel H. Pink has written one, and it's got enough good lessons packed into a
Ask the Readers: Do You Have Rules for Lending Your Stuff?
Tell us if you have rules for lending your stuff and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Throw a Kid’s Birthday Party That’s Fun, Happily Memorable, and Not So Expensive
The most fun, memorable and least expensive birthday party for your child may be, figuratively and literately, right in your own backyard. I’ve attended and hosted fabulous but sim
5 Ways to Stop Your Mindless Spending
One-click buying, impulse shopping trips… Learn how to keep more of your money by developing more money-mindfulness.
Ask the Readers: Do You Use Rideshare Apps?
Tell us whether you use rideshare apps and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Book Review: Personal Development for Smart People: The Conscious Pursuit of Personal Growth
Some books draw you in with mystery and suspense. Others keep you hooked with drama or intrigue. And then there are some that just manage to really hit home and make you say "Ah-ha
Barter Explained: Why It's Wise to Barter
"Barter." We hear that word a lot these days. Do a Google-search and you'll be deluged with websites on the subject. But what exactly is barter, why is barter seeing a huge resurg
Rutgers is Giving Away $1500 to Wise Bread Readers!
Don't miss your chance to win your share of $1500 in prizes from Rutgers!
Is it worth paying more for faster shipping?
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