Shopping lists, grocery lists, wish lists.... maybe we need a list for our lists? If you're looking for a a better way to manage all your to-do's, there's plenty of onl
Today we found smart retirement strategies for women, DIY cleaning products that you can make for pennies, and lessons we can learn from Jedi Master Yoda.
My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
Several months ago, I wrote an article asking what you would do when gas prices skyrocketed. Now, the price of gasoline is in freefall. It’s already dipped below $2/gallon in some
If you want your house to sell quickly, you need to make sure that it shows well. A few simple, often cosmetic, changes will make a world of difference.
Making improvements to your quality of life isn't always going to be about money. Usually, the sea changes that make our lives more livable are things that don't involve coupons or
Wondering how to use creative talents to pay the bills now and build for retirement later? Last week, I spoke with Texas wildflower artist Linda Calvert Jacobson about what works f
The housing and mortgage industries took a giant leap backwards last year. Read about what you need to do if you are finally ready to buy the home you've been looking for.
We’re nearing the thick of tax time, and I’m sure the first thing on your mind (I know it’s on mine) is “how much money am I getting back?” and “what am I going to use the money fo
One Year to an Organized Financial Life is an organized approach to getting organized, breaking down the monstrous task of dealing with financial issues into small st
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
An Easier Way to Manage Your To-Do's
Shopping lists, grocery lists, wish lists.... maybe we need a list for our lists? If you're looking for a a better way to manage all your to-do's, there's plenty of onl
Best Money Tips: Smart Retirement Strategies for Women
Today we found smart retirement strategies for women, DIY cleaning products that you can make for pennies, and lessons we can learn from Jedi Master Yoda.
Ask These 4 Important Questions Before Signing Any Loan
Before taking on any new debt, ask yourself these four questions. Are you ready for the financial commitment?
Get Paid for your Psychic Skills at Predictify
My ex-coworker told me that he is applying to a new startup called Predictify. He showed me their website and I was intrigued. Basically, the company lets people predict events t
Ask the Readers: What Do You Buy in Bulk?
Tell us about your bulk purchases and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Who Is Your Personal Finance Role Model?
Tell us about your personal finance role model is and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What will you do when gas drops below $1.50 a gallon?
Several months ago, I wrote an article asking what you would do when gas prices skyrocketed. Now, the price of gasoline is in freefall. It’s already dipped below $2/gallon in some
Sleep Better With Calming Words
For a better's night's sleep, try goal priming to unleash the power of your unconscious.
Low Cost Ways to Dress Your House for a Quick Sale
If you want your house to sell quickly, you need to make sure that it shows well. A few simple, often cosmetic, changes will make a world of difference.
Five Free Ways to Improve Your Life
Making improvements to your quality of life isn't always going to be about money. Usually, the sea changes that make our lives more livable are things that don't involve coupons or
14 Frugal Ways to Meet and Stay in Touch With People Around the World
Broaden your horizons, learn new languages and meet fascinating people with these fun activities.
Best Money Tips: Unusual Uses for WD-40
Today we found articles on unusual but handing uses for WD-40, ways to save money on JetBlue, and how to make your commute more productive.
One Talent, Multiple Streams of Income
Wondering how to use creative talents to pay the bills now and build for retirement later? Last week, I spoke with Texas wildflower artist Linda Calvert Jacobson about what works f
How to Prepare for a Home Purchase in 2010
The housing and mortgage industries took a giant leap backwards last year. Read about what you need to do if you are finally ready to buy the home you've been looking for.
Simple Tax Strategies to Maximize Your Tax Refund
We’re nearing the thick of tax time, and I’m sure the first thing on your mind (I know it’s on mine) is “how much money am I getting back?” and “what am I going to use the money fo
10 Things You'll Waste Money on This Thanksgiving
One spendy holiday down, and three more to come. Plan ahead and you won't be sending money home in doggy bags this Thanksgiving.
These Are the 4 Terms You Need to Know to Get Started in Stocks
Don't know your P/E from your EPS? That's OK — catch up on the basics here, and you'll become a savvier investor.
Health Insurance: How to Fight Back Against 4 Common Claim Denials
Don't get derailed by an unjust health claim denial. Appeal, and get the health care coverage you paid for.
Book Review: One Year to an Organized Financial Life
One Year to an Organized Financial Life is an organized approach to getting organized, breaking down the monstrous task of dealing with financial issues into small st
How About a Price List at the Hospital or Doctor’s Office?
Restaurants show you how much your food costs before you order. When it comes to medical expenses, shouldn't it be the same?