People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
Today we found a quiz to test how well you actually know your credit, things that cause your bills to skyrocket, and easy ways to fix common cooking mistakes.
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
One of the best ways to manage a budget and control your money is to actively track spending. All of these apps and online tools make tracking your expenses easy.
Nothing vindicates a cynic by being proven right and coupons can often be used as a marketing tool for the old bait and switch. Overcome misgivings about coupons by going from coup
A lot of people think that banks have high security, but the most fortified brick-and-mortar institution in my town is the local Comcast office. This is where you have to go to dro
The Wall Street Journal recently reported on the savings that small businesses can realize by taking advantage of warehouse deals. Are the savings significant? What can “new memb
With the help of an electric generator, you can keep your home going even when the power goes out. Find out which of these top-rated generators will work best for you.
Everyone loves talking about getting out of debt. It's easy to imagine the benefits. The trick is realizing that this lifestyle is actually attainable. It's a very real choice.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Simplicity and being cheap
People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I
Best Money Tips: Can You Pass This Credit Knowledge Quiz?
Today we found a quiz to test how well you actually know your credit, things that cause your bills to skyrocket, and easy ways to fix common cooking mistakes.
Ask the Readers: What Small Thing Brings You the Most Joy?
Tell us what small thing brings you the most joy and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Great Coupon Debate
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
Missing Opportunities to Save Your Money: Highlights from Our Chat With myRA
Don't miss the highlights from our chat with myRA on missing opportunities to save your money!
10 Sites and Apps to Help You Track Your Spending and Stick to Your Budget
One of the best ways to manage a budget and control your money is to actively track spending. All of these apps and online tools make tracking your expenses easy.
Coupon Coups
Nothing vindicates a cynic by being proven right and coupons can often be used as a marketing tool for the old bait and switch. Overcome misgivings about coupons by going from coup
Looking at Your Expenses with New Eyes
A lot of people think that banks have high security, but the most fortified brick-and-mortar institution in my town is the local Comcast office. This is where you have to go to dro
Why a 50-Year-Old Gadget May Be the Best Cure for Insomnia
Nobody disputes the value of a good night's sleep, and getting it might be as simple as making your bedroom noisier.
Sam's Club Giving Away a Free Membership and $100 Gift Certificate to One Lucky Wise Bread Reader
The Wall Street Journal recently reported on the savings that small businesses can realize by taking advantage of warehouse deals. Are the savings significant? What can “new memb
5 Best Amazon Deals for Wednesday 11/27
Today's great deals include Leapfrog Explorer Software $15 or less, Kindle Books for $1.99 or less, Silpat Non-Stick Baking Mat $17, and more!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 12/12
Today's deals include 70% off gifts for preschoolers, 55% off Disney hits on Blu-ray, Gund Sesame Street Elmo 13" Plush $6.99, and more!
7 Personal Finance Lessons From Bruce Springsteen
Bruce Springsteen's music speaks to the trials and tribulations of common folk — often including some hard lessons about money.
8 Reasons Frugal Families Love Boardgame Night
Running out of good family entertainment? It might time to add a weekly game night.
Use the 80/20 Rule to Maximize Your Financial Opportunities
Stocks, bonds, insurance, retirement — where should you focus your limited personal finance resources? Use the 80/20 to find the solution.
The 5 Best Generators
With the help of an electric generator, you can keep your home going even when the power goes out. Find out which of these top-rated generators will work best for you.
Debt-Free Living IS Attainable: If You Want It, You Can Have It
Everyone loves talking about getting out of debt. It's easy to imagine the benefits. The trick is realizing that this lifestyle is actually attainable. It's a very real choice.
12 Gross Jobs That Pay Pretty Well
Sure, the ick-factor is high, but so is the pay. If you've got a strong stomach, we've got a job — or 12 — for you!
14 Secrets to Saving on Eyewear
Get a clear picture on ordering brand-new glasses and contacts from the comfort of home — and save as far as the eye can see.
9 Wall Street Expressions You Can Use Every Day
Do you speak banker? Now you can, as a former Wall Streeter decodes the lingo of the dollar — so you can bring Wall Street to your street.