From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.
Whether you're in a cleaning pinch or just have extra vodka around, discover how you can use it to remove stains, as part of your beauty routine, and more.
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5 Unexpected Uses for Oats
Think oatmeal is the only use for oats? No way. This versatile grain can eliminate odors, give you glowing skin, and much more.
Make These 6 Credit Card Moves Now to Prepare for Holiday Shopping
Before the holiday season is in full swing, make these money moves so you'll be prepared.
Best Money Tips: Foodie Fun on a Budget
Today we found some awesome articles on foodie fun on a budget, finding good deals and spending less, and tips for selling your stuff online
The Psychology of Free, and Its Power Over You
From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.
7 Fastest Ways to Recover From Holiday Overspending
Have you already blown the holiday budget for this year? Here's how to get back on track.
25 Small New Year’s Resolutions You Can Start Today
You don't have to wait for the ball to drop to start improving your life. Instead, pick one (or more!) of these resolutions to begin right now.
Friends and Goals: Don't Let a Blue Falcon Bring You Down
What's the key to ensuring you achieve your goals? Not listening to the "blue falcons" in your life.
10 Employment Laws You May Be Breaking
State and federal employment law can be arcane. But no matter how difficult to comprehend, you're still liable if you're not in compliance.
How to Find Free (or Cheap) Health Resources
From preventive screenings to primary care, you can find free or inexpensive healthcare thanks to these websites, clinics, and other resources.
14 Affordable Ways to Relieve Back Pain
Relieving back pain doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg.
Absolut Repurposing: 17 Uses for Vodka
Whether you're in a cleaning pinch or just have extra vodka around, discover how you can use it to remove stains, as part of your beauty routine, and more.
Identity Theft Prevention
Learn how to protect yourself from identity theft and what to do if you're a victim.
The 5 Best Pocket Knives
You never know when you might need a knife handy. These pocket knives are foldable and easy to keep on you at all times.
The Process for Purchasing a House With Cash
Last year, one Wise Bread writer and her husband purchased a property with cash. That's right — cash. Here's the process they went through.
How a Simple "Do Not Buy" List Keeps Money in Your Pocket
Creating a "do not buy" list will totally change your shopping game — and help you save tons of cash.
Pop That Corkage: A Cross-country BYO Roundup
BYOB is all the rage right now! Find out where you can bring your own wine to dinner in your favorite cities.
The Cost of Tanning
A trip to the tanning salon can cost you — and we mean more than just what's in your wallet.
8 Fancy Ways to Use Leftover Food
Throwing away food is like throwing away money. These recipes will help you stop wasting both — and make your leftover food taste totally new.
Why New Purchases On a Balance Transfer Card Can Cost You
Using your balance transfer card for purchases is typically a bad idea, and for more reasons than one.
What I Wish I Had Known When I Started Living Frugally
It's always easier to know what to do in hindsight. But whether you're a frugal newbie or old pro, these are great reminders.