Today I stumbled upon a site called Swoopo. It is touted as a new auction site that combines shopping with entertainment. I took a quick look and it seemed like many items were s
When I started blogging I wrote an article about saving money in college. In this article I wrote that I made money by selling used books. Some people were curious as to how I co
In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
The money economy is one of the givens of modern life. For the ordinary person with bills to pay, getting by without money is almost inconceivable. Even someone who tries hard to
It’s early May, and the river bottom is full of new life. Not just rabbits, snakes, and chicks, but also brand new morel mushrooms. This tasty treat is as much fun to find as it
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
Having a prosperous country (as opposed to having merely a prosperous elite) depends fundamentally on the rule of law. The system can work adequately well with various sets of rule
You can't put a monetary value on how much you love your mom, so this Mother's Day, show her how much you care with these inexpensive-but-meaningful gifts.
The third installment in my ten-part series (which has taken me much longer to write than planned), I decided to take a look at the Law of Attraction since the concept has hung aro
Today we found articles on ways to save money when you have a very busy schedule, things you shouldn't do on social media, and a DIY dry carpet cleaner to freshen your rugs.
Lately I have been hearing about the concept of "forced frugality" from the media and my peers. Many colleagues and family members say that they feel a need to be frugal in this
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Moving? Don't Skimp on These Critical Expenses
Nobody likes moving, and nobody likes paying for it either. You can make the day go easier — with less damage to your stuff — by spending wisely.
12 Unique Ways to Score a Job Interview
If you want to move from applicant to interviewee, don't just send a resume and cross your fingers — try one of these creative methods instead.
Swoopo - great auction deals or great scam?
Today I stumbled upon a site called Swoopo. It is touted as a new auction site that combines shopping with entertainment. I took a quick look and it seemed like many items were s
The 5 Best Foot Creams
Keeping your feet soft isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these five foot creams and your feet will be crack-free.
Easy weekend business: sell used books
When I started blogging I wrote an article about saving money in college. In this article I wrote that I made money by selling used books. Some people were curious as to how I co
How to Get Through the Airport Faster
Too often the worst part of travel is navigating the airport. Get through it quickly and easily with this collection of tips and advice.
Book review: The Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It
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Getting by without money in Spain
The money economy is one of the givens of modern life. For the ordinary person with bills to pay, getting by without money is almost inconceivable. Even someone who tries hard to
Foraging for Food: The Hunt For The Wild Mushroom
It’s early May, and the river bottom is full of new life. Not just rabbits, snakes, and chicks, but also brand new morel mushrooms. This tasty treat is as much fun to find as it
Turn smugness into a positive virtue
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
Borrowers, lenders, and others--beware trusting the government
Having a prosperous country (as opposed to having merely a prosperous elite) depends fundamentally on the rule of law. The system can work adequately well with various sets of rule
The 5 Best Tweezers
Keeping your eyebrows constantly groomed isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these tweezers and your brow game will remain strong.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Wednesday 12/18
Today's deals include 50% off Nickelodeon toys and movies, buy 2 movies and get one free, and more!
9 Thrifty, Meaningful Gifts for Mom
You can't put a monetary value on how much you love your mom, so this Mother's Day, show her how much you care with these inexpensive-but-meaningful gifts.
The Best and Worst Things to Buy in September 2012
What end-of-summer deals will you snag this month? Read through for the best and worst things to buy in September.
The Secret Really Does Have A Secret (or Ten Tenets for Arranging Your Rich - Part 3)
The third installment in my ten-part series (which has taken me much longer to write than planned), I decided to take a look at the Law of Attraction since the concept has hung aro
Why Your New Year's Resolutions Will Fail
Most of us make them and few of us keep them — and there are good reasons why. Learn how to make your New Year's Resolutions stick.
What Happens to Your Debt After You Die?
Add debt to the short list of life's certainties (alongside death and taxes). Since you can't take it with you, where does it go?
Best Money Tips: Ways to Save Money With a Super Busy Schedule
Today we found articles on ways to save money when you have a very busy schedule, things you shouldn't do on social media, and a DIY dry carpet cleaner to freshen your rugs.
Will "forced frugality" last?
Lately I have been hearing about the concept of "forced frugality" from the media and my peers. Many colleagues and family members say that they feel a need to be frugal in this