Wise Bread bloggers share green resolutions for the upcoming year, beginning on October 15, 2007: Blog Action Day. Tell us what actions you intend to take to improve the environ
Like most people, I can tell the difference between authentic mashed potatoes, made from fresh spuds, and the dehydrated “flakes” that come in a box. This doesn’t mean that you can
You can choose how you want to live. If you choose to live simply, you gain a certain kind of freedom. In particular, you're free to choose to do the work that's the most satisfy
You know to save your change — but what do you do with it when the piggy bank fills up? Try one of these ideas, ranging from totally frugal to just-for-fun.
The first time my mother took me to a lingerie store, I felt like I was on the inside of an exploding confetti factory. There were so many colors and sizes and shapes and textures,
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What's Your Green Resolution?
Wise Bread bloggers share green resolutions for the upcoming year, beginning on October 15, 2007: Blog Action Day. Tell us what actions you intend to take to improve the environ
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Sure, retirement savings is best started early — but better late than never. Here's how to start saving past 30.
How One More Year of Work Can Transform Your Retirement
Behind on retirement savings and dreading having to keep on working? Here's some good news: You don't have to work forever.
Insights From the World's 9 Most Frugal Cultures
In every corner of the globe, there are people that spend less and save more than we do. Let's follow their lead.
How to Do Things That Scare You
It's easy to give up when you're afraid, but that's no way to live. Overcome your fears with this expert advice on doing the things that frighten you.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Stay Active When It's Cold Out?
Tell us how you stay active when it's cold out and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The 5 Best Measuring Spoons
You won't get very far in your kitchen adventures without a great set of measuring spoons. Keep one of these five best choices handy!
5 Perfectly Respectable Uses for Instant Mashed Potatoes
Like most people, I can tell the difference between authentic mashed potatoes, made from fresh spuds, and the dehydrated “flakes” that come in a box. This doesn’t mean that you can
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You can choose how you want to live. If you choose to live simply, you gain a certain kind of freedom. In particular, you're free to choose to do the work that's the most satisfy
10 Steps to Update Your Look on a Budget
Have nothing to wear? Use this simple plan to update your wardrobe without breaking the bank.
What to Do If Your Balance Transfer Limit Is Too Low
A 0% balance transfer offer can be a great way to tackle high-interest credit card debt. But what if the offer doesn't cover all your debt?
25 Great Things to Do With Your Spare Change
You know to save your change — but what do you do with it when the piggy bank fills up? Try one of these ideas, ranging from totally frugal to just-for-fun.
20 Great, Free Gift Ideas
You don't need money to give great gifts — instead, give the gift of your time with one of these awesome coupon ideas.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Travel Frugally?
Tell us how you travel frugally and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
25 Thoughtful and Frugal Personalized Gift Ideas
You don’t need to spend a fortune to show someone you care. Find something cool to give in this collection of affordable personalized gift ideas.
4 Easy Steps to Buying Lingerie for Your Wife, Girlfriend, or Significant Other
The first time my mother took me to a lingerie store, I felt like I was on the inside of an exploding confetti factory. There were so many colors and sizes and shapes and textures,
10 Vacation Rental Alternatives to Airbnb
Airbnb isn't your only solution for short-term vacation rentals. Check out these other sites, too!
How Credit Cards Protect Your Purchases From Damage or Theft
You loved your fab new camera until your kid broke it. Check the fine print on your credit card account — you may be eligible for a free replacement.
25 Fun, Frugal Things to Do Tonight Besides Watch TV
Get up offa that couch, switch off the TV, and spend some quality time tonight with your family or your finances or your favorite loyal friend.
12 Surprising Things Women Should Know About Retirement Planning
Retirement planning makes everyone a little nervous, but for women, there's more at stake — a lot more. Are you saving enough?