From hand-cranking a flashlight to setting up solar panels to creating your own hydroelectric dam, generating your own electricity is totally achievable.
The financial crisis has given rise to renewed interest in self-sufficiency, which means we can learn a lot from the yeomen who used to populate the U.S.
When you're in a pinch and have to record something, you need a dependable device. Use any of these voice recorders and you'll get the audio recording you need.
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
The SKYPASS Visa Secured Credit Card offers perks that you won't get with most secured cards, including a rewards program and the opportunity to earn interest on your deposit.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
These Apps Turn Saving Money Into a Game — Are They Worth It?
These apps promise to gamify your savings and investing, but is gamification really the key to better finances?
5 Types of Overspenders — Which One Are You?
There are different types of chronic overspenders. Which one are you?
How to Budget Consistently Without a Steady Paycheck
Adapting your finances to the freelance life takes a little finesse. No worries: You can budget like a boss even without a steady income.
7 Old Fashioned Skills That Save You Money
Take DIY to the next level (and save money) with this collection of easy-to-acquire homesteading skills.
How to Make Your Own Power
From hand-cranking a flashlight to setting up solar panels to creating your own hydroelectric dam, generating your own electricity is totally achievable.
How to Switch Banks
Getting tired of high ATM fees and no interest on your savings account? Want to switch to a better bank or credit union? Do so in a few easy steps.
The 9 Types of Horrible Bosses – And How to Manage Them
Unless you work for yourself, you answer to a boss — who may be doing more harm to your career than good. Beware these nine toxic bosses!
How Lessons From Moneyball Can Help Your Career
Moneyball is about a baseball team, but its core lesson can teach us all how to be successful in our careers.
The Freedom of the Independent Yeoman
The financial crisis has given rise to renewed interest in self-sufficiency, which means we can learn a lot from the yeomen who used to populate the U.S.
The 5 Best Voice Recorders
When you're in a pinch and have to record something, you need a dependable device. Use any of these voice recorders and you'll get the audio recording you need.
4 False Assumptions That Could Threaten Your Retirement Years
Are you heading for a rough retirement? If you're counting on these things in your golden years, you may be in for a rude awakening.
6 Passé Slang Terms You Need to Stop Using Today
Stop trying to make "fetch" happen — or any of these other horribly flat and stale slang terms. Is your diction dating you?
How to Take a Cheap Spring Break Trip
The secret to a fun and affordable Spring Break trip? Flexibility.
Here's How Rich You'd Be If You Stopped Smoking
It's advice that bears repeating again and again — it's time to quit smoking. Your health, and your savings, will thank you.
6 Sneaky Ways You Cheat on Your Budget
No one likes a cheater — your budget included! Nix these small budget habits that are causing big harm to your finances.
Is Green Tea All It's Cracked Up to Be? It's close.
I've been enjoying the snarky articles at Slate.com recently focusing on the commoditization of Eastern traditions, such as yoga. [more]
How to Shop: A Beginner's Guide
It might sound silly, but buying stuff can be a daunting experience — especially when you want to spend little and get a lot. Here's how to do it.
6 Uses for Those Old Whitewalls
No, they don’t have to be whitewalls, but I know that sometime in the near future you will have an old tire to get rid of. [more]
Laughing at Ourselves elevated by Doug Marlette
When I first heard of Doug Marlette, he was an editorial cartoonist with The Charlotte Observer. He accepted an invitation to speak to high school students and personally
SKYPASS Visa Secured Credit Card Review
The SKYPASS Visa Secured Credit Card offers perks that you won't get with most secured cards, including a rewards program and the opportunity to earn interest on your deposit.