Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t
I got all my husband's gifts with fake money -- and didn't break the law, either. I used store rewards, coupons, PayPal, Swagbucks and other bits and ends of things to give him a f
Today we found articles on things you should buy on Cyber Monday, over 20 super cozy holiday gifts, and dozens of free ways to entertain yourself at home.
I've lived places where the water tasted good, and a few where it didn't. If you don't like the water where you live, you're all too likely to start buying bottled water or investi
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to make your mornings better, increasing your chances of home business success, and protecting your wallet and energy bill.
Most of us have more credit than we need, and this can be dangerous for those trying to manage their debt and spending. Remove the temptation by asking for your credit lines to
We hardly talk about collapse here. Wise Bread is all about living large, while collapse mitigation is usually about living small. But that doesn't mean that there aren't things
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Are Americans Experiencing Frugality Fatigue?
Are Americans suffering from "frugality fatigue"? After a year of tightened belts and tighter fists, we're reaching for our wallets again and returning to our bad old ways. Or so t
6 Ways Meditation Can Make You a Money Master
Inner peace isn't just for your health. Mindfulness and patience could be the key to unlocking good financial management.
11 Smart, Frugal Things Every College Care Package Should Include
Skip the candy, ramen, and energy drinks. This is what every college student needs in their care package.
I Went Christmas Shopping With Fake Money
I got all my husband's gifts with fake money -- and didn't break the law, either. I used store rewards, coupons, PayPal, Swagbucks and other bits and ends of things to give him a f
12 Extreme Ways to Save Money That Could Work for You
If money's tight or if you're trying to reach a lofty savings goal, try cutting spending to the bone with these extreme cost cutters.
You did WHAT with my SSN?
My bank thinks I should feel comfortable with one of their employees toting around a personal notebook containing my social security number. Should I?
The Frugal Colonizer's Guide to Getting to Mars
What if a trip to the red planet cost $200,000? Could you afford to go? Well, with these tips you just might!
Save Money and Still Show Love on Valentine's Day
Valentine's Day can cost a fortune if you fall for the hype. Here are some tips for getting great gifts without Cupid's arrow piercing your budget.
Best Money Tips: 5 Things You're Better Off Buying on Cyber Monday
Today we found articles on things you should buy on Cyber Monday, over 20 super cozy holiday gifts, and dozens of free ways to entertain yourself at home.
Live Where the Water Tastes Good
I've lived places where the water tasted good, and a few where it didn't. If you don't like the water where you live, you're all too likely to start buying bottled water or investi
10 Tips to Save You from an ATM Skimmer
If you don’t yet know the term “skimmer,” put it in your vocabulary. Here are ways to avoid ATM skimmers.
The 5 Best Gel Eyeliners
Applying eyeliner perfectly isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these gel eyeliners and your cat-eye game will always be on point.
Best Money Tips: Make Your Mornings Better
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to make your mornings better, increasing your chances of home business success, and protecting your wallet and energy bill.
Who Should Face the Music When the Banks Fail?
Should everyday folks bear the brunt when banks fail, or should the bankers themselves be held responsible?
Reduce Your Credit Limits to Manage Your Spending
Most of us have more credit than we need, and this can be dangerous for those trying to manage their debt and spending. Remove the temptation by asking for your credit lines to
15 Money-Saving Tips Every Parent Should Know
Parents today will spend almost a quarter of a million dollars raising a child to age 18. Trim that cost with these easy money savers.
Book Review: Confronting Collapse
We hardly talk about collapse here. Wise Bread is all about living large, while collapse mitigation is usually about living small. But that doesn't mean that there aren't things
5 Awesome Cooking Tricks for Single People
Cooking for one can be a drag (leftovers AGAIN?), but it doesn't have to be with these simple cooking tricks.
Best Money Tips: 50 Worst Inventions
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you a list of TIME's 50 worst invention
5 Smart Ways to Meet a Rewards Card Minimum Spending Requirement
Sign-up bonuses can jump-start your rewards-earning potential. Here's how to hit your card's minimum spending requirement, fast.