"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
Yes, you can get fired for complaining about work on Facebook, and even the smartest, savviest people can stumble. Follow these suggestions to stay safe.
For many, a summer night just isn't complete without a nice cut of meat sizzling on the grill. If you're looking into picking up a grill, here are some tips to help you buy.
Crowdfunding enable entrepreneurs in artisanal and creative businesses to collect small donations from friends, family, and acquaintances to bring a project to fruition.
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34 Smart Ways to Cut Your Electric Bill
You won't get rich quick by cutting your electric bill, but you can have a small victory every month by saving some of your hard-earned cash.
Retail Therapy: The Benefits of Shopping
"Retail therapy" — shopping to help you feel better — is typically viewed with scorn. But some recent findings suggest that shopping can make you happy...if you do it right.
Stop Making These 8 Risky Password Mistakes
Wanna protect your identity online? Make better passwords.
10 Scams to Avoid in 2011
Most of us work hard for our money, and last year, scammers worked hard to take it away from us. Here are last year's top scams and how to avoid them.
Wise Bread's Best and Worst Financial Decisions in 2010
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
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It's tempting to fill up a baby registry with all sorts of newborn gear. Resist the urge and focus on stuff you'll really use.
The One Question You Should Ask Before Every Major Purchase
Before you drop big bucks on a purchase, there's one question you should always ask yourself.
14 Signs You Have a Toxic Relationship With Money
Money is just a tool, right? It is until it becomes part of our identity, and then it becomes a problem. Learn to identify the signs.
Avoiding Social Media Slip-Ups at Work
Yes, you can get fired for complaining about work on Facebook, and even the smartest, savviest people can stumble. Follow these suggestions to stay safe.
7 Smart Money Challenges You Can Totally Do
Want to save some serious cash this week, month, or year? Well, have we got some challenges for you!
9 Tips for Working With a Virtual Assistant
Working with a remote employee is a unique situation and requires special handling. Here are 9 tips for working with your virtual assistant.
Marketing to Women: Who's Doing It Right and Who's Not
Few companies have responded to women’s needs, even if this could mean more sales and access to an increasingly influential market.
4 Pet Expenses That Aren't Worth It
Our pets bring us lots of love — and lots of expense, some of it wasteful. Get a handle on your budget by eliminating these unnecessary pet costs.
How to Buy a BBQ Grill
For many, a summer night just isn't complete without a nice cut of meat sizzling on the grill. If you're looking into picking up a grill, here are some tips to help you buy.
The 10 Most Productive Ways to Spend Your Lunch Hour
Lunch is the most important hour of the workday. Make the most of your time by making it all yours — and not the man's.
7 Money Moves Every New College Student Should Make
You're in college, and you have a lot to learn. Add these key money moves to your curriculum!
The 7 Best Cities for Frugal Foodies
Budget minded foodies don't have to trek to New York, Chicago, or San Francisco to find a great, affordable bite.
How to Raise Money on “Crowdfunding” Sites
Crowdfunding enable entrepreneurs in artisanal and creative businesses to collect small donations from friends, family, and acquaintances to bring a project to fruition.
10 Kitchen Gadgets That Aren't Worth the Money
The next time you're in the kitchen utensil aisle, resist the urge to buy that strawberry stem remover. You already own a better tool for the job.
The 4 Worst Mistakes Good Parents Make
Parenting is hard! Are you making it harder than it really is?