I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
Cost of living is an important consideration when moving to a new location. Nevertheless, there are many false assumptions regarding the cost of living differences.
It’s safe to say, of late, you can do just about everything but brush your teeth with an iPhone. You’re always wondering what else the creatives at Apple are going to think of next
I got another one of those emails recently, from my mother-in-law this time. As usual, I began reading with skepticism and was ready to take it all with another monstrous grain of
Something of an exaggeration, of course—a one-person household can be very frugal. But there's an underlying truth: A household is only as frugal as its least-frugal member.
Live in California? Fed up with the budget crisis? If you could whisper a suggestion in your state reps ear or our illustrious governor, what would you suggest?
Stocks, bonds, and real estate are investments we are all fairly familiar with. In the recent economic turmoil, many people are looking for alternative investments to maintain the
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we give you insight into how retailers should treat your MasterCard, 24 secret menus at your favorite eateries, and
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you some all-natural tips for dyeing Easter eggs, a solid plan for solving customer service dilemmas, and tips fo
What do you think would the most valuable degree? Is it even a degree? Maybe it's an apprenticeship or technical training certificate.... Let us know your thoughts in order to
Today we found articles on tricks to get discounts on everything you buy in stores, tips for flying with pets, and how to move to a big city on a small budget.
Today we found some great articles with tips on money management for committed couples, frugal ways to fight the flu, and calendar mistakes you may be making.
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Money Management Lessons: Not Quite 10 Years to Life
I thank my lucky stars (and the patience of my husband) that it didn’t take me quite 10 years to get a handle on my financial situation. At 29, I’m hardly what you would consider
Best Money Tips: Places to Find Free Moving Boxes
Today we found some great articles on places to find free moving boxes, moving back home after graduation, and beating your bills big time.
How to Minimize the Cost of Living When Moving: The Cost of Living Myth
Cost of living is an important consideration when moving to a new location. Nevertheless, there are many false assumptions regarding the cost of living differences.
It's Hip to Be Square: Processing Credit Cards On Your Phone
It’s safe to say, of late, you can do just about everything but brush your teeth with an iPhone. You’re always wondering what else the creatives at Apple are going to think of next
Best Money Tips: Ways to Fly on a Private Jet for Less
Today we found ways to fly on a private jet for less, tips for staying healthy on a budget, and how to create a meditation retreat at home.
How to Use New Toys to Teach Kids About Money
For savvy parents looking to teach valuable lessons in frugality, opportunities abound — even in the toybox.
Two More Crafty Ways to Steal From You - GPS Units and Cell Phones.
I got another one of those emails recently, from my mother-in-law this time. As usual, I began reading with skepticism and was ready to take it all with another monstrous grain of
It takes a frugal spouse to make a frugal home
Something of an exaggeration, of course—a one-person household can be very frugal. But there's an underlying truth: A household is only as frugal as its least-frugal member.
The Disaster Known as the California State Budget
Live in California? Fed up with the budget crisis? If you could whisper a suggestion in your state reps ear or our illustrious governor, what would you suggest?
The 5 Best Routers
One of the biggest Internet rip-offs? Internet service providers charge you to rent their routers. Save money by getting one of these.
3 Alternative "Investments" for Long Term Enjoyment and Appreciation
Stocks, bonds, and real estate are investments we are all fairly familiar with. In the recent economic turmoil, many people are looking for alternative investments to maintain the
3 Ways to Ban Spam and Stop Junk
Junk mail kills trees; Spam and unsolicited phone calls kill your day. Here's the best way to get rid of all three!
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: MasterCard Acceptance Guidelines
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we give you insight into how retailers should treat your MasterCard, 24 secret menus at your favorite eateries, and
Best Money Tips: How to Color Easter Eggs with Natural Dyes
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you some all-natural tips for dyeing Easter eggs, a solid plan for solving customer service dilemmas, and tips fo
These 5 Expenses Will Probably Cost You a Lot Less in Retirement
There's one silver lining to retirement planning: These five expenses are likely to dwindle in your golden years.
Science Shows You Need to Work Less — Here's Why
If you've been looking for ways to convince your boss to let you work fewer or more flexible hours — for the same pay — send him this link.
Ask the Readers: What's the Most Valuable Degree? (Chance to win $20)
What do you think would the most valuable degree? Is it even a degree? Maybe it's an apprenticeship or technical training certificate.... Let us know your thoughts in order to
This One Thing Will Get You to $1 Million (Tax-Free!)
Saving a big hunk of money for retirement — up to a cool million — is not complicated or hard. All you have to do is this one thing, every month.
Best Money Tips: Tricks to Score Discounts on Everything You Buy in Stores
Today we found articles on tricks to get discounts on everything you buy in stores, tips for flying with pets, and how to move to a big city on a small budget.
Best Money Tips: Money Management Tips for Couples
Today we found some great articles with tips on money management for committed couples, frugal ways to fight the flu, and calendar mistakes you may be making.