We’ve been weathering tornado season with your typical emergency planning and assortment of supplies. Candles, radios, and a clean basement shelter are ready to go at a moment's n
I was at a local fair recently. The kids were hungry, I was thirsty and we all wanted a snack break. But my wife and I knew we’d have to pay the price. At events like these, you’re
On a typical day, I probably appear fairly rural in my mannerisms. I call lunch “dinner” and dinner “supper.” Everyone in my family has a pair of bibbers, a work coat, and mud bo
The Frugal Duchess moves to Wise Bread to save time, money and energy. Professional, shopping and creative co-ops are frugal uses of time, talent, money and resources. Sometimes yo
A recent New York Times article reported that retailers including H&M and Walmart have been destroying perfectly good clothes that were not sold and throwing them in the trash. Th
If you don't want to break the bank getting ready for your new baby, check this list for the items that are truly essential — and those that can be ignored.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Pretty, Cheap: Makeup Advice for the Frugal
If you're perplexed about makeup and aren't sure what works best for you, you're not alone. Check out these tips to make buying makeup easier.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save on Your Phone Bill?
Tell us how you save on your phone bill and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Emergency Preparedness For Your Freezer
We’ve been weathering tornado season with your typical emergency planning and assortment of supplies. Candles, radios, and a clean basement shelter are ready to go at a moment's n
Ask the Readers: Do You Schedule "Me" Time?
Tell us whether you schedule "me" time and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Concession stand treats – a license to print money.
I was at a local fair recently. The kids were hungry, I was thirsty and we all wanted a snack break. But my wife and I knew we’d have to pay the price. At events like these, you’re
When Tradition Meets Necessity: The Reintroduction of Soppin’ Bread
On a typical day, I probably appear fairly rural in my mannerisms. I call lunch “dinner” and dinner “supper.” Everyone in my family has a pair of bibbers, a work coat, and mud bo
The Power of Change: A Frugal Move to Wise Bread
The Frugal Duchess moves to Wise Bread to save time, money and energy. Professional, shopping and creative co-ops are frugal uses of time, talent, money and resources. Sometimes yo
Start a Cooking Club: Cook Up Some Frugal Fun
Slaving away in the kitchen may not be such a chore once you start your own cooking club.
What Can Retailers Do With Their Unwanted Merchandise?
A recent New York Times article reported that retailers including H&M and Walmart have been destroying perfectly good clothes that were not sold and throwing them in the trash. Th
So You Caught a World Series Home Run — What's It Worth?
Cubs and Indians sluggers will belt more than a few into the stands during the World Series. For the lucky fans who grab one, what's the ROI?
How to Talk About Retirement With Your Spouse
Avoiding that talk with your spouse about retirement will cost you both, eventually. Here's how to start talking — and planning your future.
9 Dream Jobs You're Never Too Old to Pursue
If there's a career you've wanted to pursue since you were a child, go after it now. It's never too late to chase your dreams.
9 Frugal Winter Activities to Keep Kids Busy During Holiday Break
The kids are home for the holidays! But can you keep them entertained without busting your budget? You sure can!
Jumpstart Your Job Search With Instagram
Instagram is a lot of fun, but it can also be used strategically to help you land your next job. Really!
The 5 Best Bluetooth Speakers
Audio aficionados rejoice! Great wireless speakers now exist to free up the way you can enjoy your music. Here are our picks for the five best.
5 Countries That Welcome American Retirees
Taking your retirement abroad is a good way to stretch your retirement dollars. Before you go, consider these American-friendly locales.
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.
8 Problems Home Sellers Must Disclose to Buyers
Before handing over the key to an unsuspecting buyer, you need to air your home's dirty laundry — all of it.
5 Cheap Travel Destinations for Wine Lovers
See the world while sipping your favorite wines — all at a reasonable price. Cheers!
What a New Baby Really Needs
If you don't want to break the bank getting ready for your new baby, check this list for the items that are truly essential — and those that can be ignored.