Lucky day! Capsule wardrobes are on trend again, which is great for closets and budgets. Start stocking your minimal collection with these smart basics.
Don't just turn in your hard-earned frequent-flyer miles for a measly puddle-jumper flight; follow these tips to ensure you get the most out of your points.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
How to Fall Asleep When You Can't
You've got to get to sleep … right now! That kind of pressure can make it much harder to actually nod off. Here's how to make it happen ASAP.
The 5 Best Ways to Spend the First 10 Minutes of Your Workday
If you don't do morning right, chances are the rest of the day is shot, too. Set aside 10 minutes early to set the stage for a productive day.
6 Kinds of Critics Every Frugal Person Meets
You may be great at saving money, but you cannot avoid some of the people who will cross your path in the process.
My 5 Favorite Funny Christmas Gifts
Let me help you get a jump on shopping for Christmas 2011: Here are some of my favorite frugal and funny gifts from this year.
12 Times Your Credit Card Has Your Back
In times of trouble, your best resource could be right in your pocket. Yes, your credit card totally has your back!
15 Time-Saving Tools Everyone Should Own
Where does the time go? Who knows, but without these 15 must-have time and labor savers, it would go even faster.
8 Essential Pieces for Your Capsule Wardrobe
Lucky day! Capsule wardrobes are on trend again, which is great for closets and budgets. Start stocking your minimal collection with these smart basics.
Best Money Tips: How to Quit Your Day Job
Today, we share the steps to take when you want to quit your job, a recipe for homemade Bisquick mix, and a cheap way to deep-clean your eyeglasses.
The 7 Best and Worst Ways to Ask for Help
Need a hand asking for assistance? We're here to help.
6 Surprising Health Benefits of Growing a Garden
Gardening is good for mind, body, and soul!
Best Money Tips: How to Be Less Shy
Today, we share tips to help you become less shy, ways to use up stale bread, and what not to do when you order delivery.
Clean Jeans Right Without Going to the Dry Cleaner
Still throwing your jeans in the washer after every time you wear them? Learn how to care for your denim right.
7 More Luxury Buys You Can Replace With Better and Cheaper Alternatives
Having the "right" brands may boost your self-image. But if you want features and function instead of cachet, go for these alternatives to luxe.
4 Parenting Mistakes to Avoid When Teaching Kids About Money
If you want your children to be masters at managing money, you need to lead by example.
Do You Spend More with Cash or Credit?
I totaled up all my credit card expenses in 2010 to try to figure out if I spent more using credit than I would have with cash. Here's what I found.
5 Tips for Scoring a Frequent-Flyer Rewards Flight
Don't just turn in your hard-earned frequent-flyer miles for a measly puddle-jumper flight; follow these tips to ensure you get the most out of your points.
How to Never Succumb to Impulse Spending Again
Trying to build a nest egg? Resist the urge to purge your pocketbook on every shiny bauble you see and watch your savings grow.
5 Affordable Countries Every Outdoor Explorer Can Afford to Visit
There's no shortage of thrilling places for outdoorsy types to experience nature — even for outdoorsy types short on travel funds.
Your Flight Was Canceled. Now What?
Canceled flights are a total travel bummer. Avoid an airport temper tantrum by following these steps.
5 Careers Where Women Earn More Than Men
The wage gap is no secret. But in these five career fields, it's women who come out on top of the pay scale.