Anyone who knows me knows I'm no fan of WalMart. Aside from their horrific treatment of workers and the impact they have on the economy, their stores just suck all the energy out o
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
Today we found some great articles on easy ways to save in October, frugal methods to fight the flu, and what to do about eating habits that make you less productive.
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
Ever feel stuck? In a rut? Running in place, but not getting much exercise? There's another way to live, you know; a way that bypasses, or at least delays, the mortgage, the co
Having given us some good tips on dealing with the rising cost of bread, Myscha asked me to provide a bit of analysis on why bread has become so expensive. Oddly, the reasons behi
Wise Bread blogger Jeff Yeager is promoting his new book on frugal living with the cheapest book tour ever! He'll bike instead of drive, and couchsurf instead of staying in hot
Today we found some fantastic articles on ideas to save on your morning coffee, how to know if your job is in jeopardy, and cutting your restaurant bill.
Feeling guilty about not having bridged the gap from dining out to cooking in? Don't. Follow my lead and I show you how to take baby steps from full-service to self-service.
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It's easy to want to get fit and exercise more. It's even easier to to make excuses and skip it instead. What's holding you back?
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Gen-Xers in prime earning years have financial worries all their own. Follow these five money experts with plenty of 40s-friendly money advice.
Donald Trump's 5 Biggest Business Failures
Donald Trump may be heading for successful Republican nomination, but his ventures in business haven't always done so well.
Losing Your Nest Egg Could Kill You: Here's How to Prevent It
They say if you don't have money, "At least you have your health." New research shows that you can't have one without the other.
Is this the weirdest freebie ever?
Anyone who knows me knows I'm no fan of WalMart. Aside from their horrific treatment of workers and the impact they have on the economy, their stores just suck all the energy out o
Gold as an investment
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
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Today we found some awesome articles on thrift store shopping tips, recession proofing your career, and getting awesome free stuff.
Is It Smart to Pay College Tuition With a Credit Card?
Putting your college tuition on plastic is certainly an option; but should you do it?
Best Money Tips: Easy Ways to Save Money in October
Today we found some great articles on easy ways to save in October, frugal methods to fight the flu, and what to do about eating habits that make you less productive.
The core rate is not an evil conspiracy
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
These Choos were made for walkin': an interview with a modern urban nomad
Ever feel stuck? In a rut? Running in place, but not getting much exercise? There's another way to live, you know; a way that bypasses, or at least delays, the mortgage, the co
10 Reasons You Probably Overpaid at the Store
You can be the smartest shopper around and still end up overpaying for everyday things. Here's how you're getting tripped up.
Why is bread so expensive?
Having given us some good tips on dealing with the rising cost of bread, Myscha asked me to provide a bit of analysis on why bread has become so expensive. Oddly, the reasons behi
14 Behaviors and Attitudes That Can Drive Workplace Success
Ever wondered how you can influence your workplace and long-term career success? Here are 14 behaviors and attitudes that can make a difference.
5 Turkey Alternatives That Won't Break Your Holiday Budget
Sure, turkey is traditional but there's no reason you can't celebrate the harvest with an affordable and delicious alternative.
Watching Tots: How to Get Started in Babysitting
Teens make good pocket money by babysitting, but there's no rule that says adults can't do it, too. Here's how to get started.
Wise Bread Author Launches Cheapest Book Tour - No Cars, No Hotels, No Problem
Wise Bread blogger Jeff Yeager is promoting his new book on frugal living with the cheapest book tour ever! He'll bike instead of drive, and couchsurf instead of staying in hot
Best Money Tips: Ideas to Save on Your Morning Coffee
Today we found some fantastic articles on ideas to save on your morning coffee, how to know if your job is in jeopardy, and cutting your restaurant bill.
Bridging The Gap From Dining Out To Eating In
Feeling guilty about not having bridged the gap from dining out to cooking in? Don't. Follow my lead and I show you how to take baby steps from full-service to self-service.
How to Use Financial Anchors to Make Better Money Decisions
Using this mental trick can transform you into a money master.