For anything you might buy there are almost limitless choices. For purposes of argument, I'd like to group them into three categories: You can buy the best; you can buy some
This week a story from The Detroit News reported that homes are being listed in Detroit for $1. One particular $1 home sold for cash after being on the market for 19 days. The buye
With ever-rising gas prices, it's important to do what we can to cut back vehicle expenses. Here are five simple things you can do to keep that cash in your wallet!
You don’t have to browse the forums at hot savings sites very long to notice that super-shoppers have their own lingo. Before you let terms like “FAR” and “peelies” scare you away
Problogger Jim Wang explains how he pushed past the six-month small business plateau, kept growing, and eventually sold his blog for a cool $3 million.
Charge cards, like their credit card cousins, allow cardholders to use plastic cards to make purchases and then pay at the end of a settlement period, typically on a monthly basis. [more]
Sometimes, life is just hard. There has to be a way to approach difficulty that both gets things done and allows us space to care for ourselves and those around us.
The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
Had trouble sticking to your monthly budget? Try this method for looking at your finances daily — and maybe you'll avoid buying that unnecessary popcorn.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Doing without is often better than making do
For anything you might buy there are almost limitless choices. For purposes of argument, I'd like to group them into three categories: You can buy the best; you can buy some
20 Delectable, Frugal Pineapple Recipes
From salsa to salad to soup, these 20 recipes will help you make the most of this in-season exotic fruit.
What To Buy (and Avoid Buying) in May
Spring has definitely sprung! Now's the time to buy spring supplies for next year, but it's definitely not the time to buy stuff for summer.
Are $1 homes worth buying?
This week a story from The Detroit News reported that homes are being listed in Detroit for $1. One particular $1 home sold for cash after being on the market for 19 days. The buye
5 Questions to Ask Before You Sell Your Car
Think you're ready to bid a fond farewell to your hoopty? Hang on — make sure you know what you're selling — and what you're buying.
5 Simple Ways to Cut Your Car Expenses
With ever-rising gas prices, it's important to do what we can to cut back vehicle expenses. Here are five simple things you can do to keep that cash in your wallet!
10 Great Home-Based Side-Business Ideas
Launch your own home-based business doing the things you love. US News editor Kim Palmer shares 10 side ventures you can start today!
What Does “YMMV” Mean? The Official Guide to Decoding the Language of Frugality
You don’t have to browse the forums at hot savings sites very long to notice that super-shoppers have their own lingo. Before you let terms like “FAR” and “peelies” scare you away
How I Got Over the Hump and Sold My Blog for $3 Million
Problogger Jim Wang explains how he pushed past the six-month small business plateau, kept growing, and eventually sold his blog for a cool $3 million.
4 Ways Being Passive Kills Your Job Prospects
The job interview process can be hard. Don't let passive, uncertain acts destroy your chances of landing the job.
No Limit, No Interest: What’s the Deal with Charge Cards?
Charge cards, like their credit card cousins, allow cardholders to use plastic cards to make purchases and then pay at the end of a settlement period, typically on a monthly basis. [more]
This Creative Shopping Strategy Could Save You Tons
Forget making a "To Buy" list. Instead, focus on what you didn't buy, and watch your savings add up.
6 Scary Facts About Credit Card Debt
Halloween is coming right up and we've got a real fright — these super scary facts about credit card debt.
How to Finish Something Hard
Sometimes, life is just hard. There has to be a way to approach difficulty that both gets things done and allows us space to care for ourselves and those around us.
5 Essentials for Building a Profitable Portfolio
Investing is a bit of an art form, but it doesn't need to be a complicated one. Know the essentials, and you'll be on your way to great returns.
Best Money Tips: The Lifehacks Edition
Today we found some of the best articles from around the web on lifehacks and productivity!
Avoid These 6 Mistakes Newbies Make With Their First Credit Cards
Getting your first credit card allows you to enter the financial mainstream. Be sure to avoid these common mistakes that can cost you.
Giving Up Your Car May Be Easier Than You Think
Debating downsizing to one or zero vehicles? The transition may be easier than you actually think.
Sinking Dollar: This Time on Purpose
The Fed wants to keep the inflation rate up around 2%, because their efforts to boost the economy only get traction when they can push interest rates well below the inflation rate.
Shrinking Your Cash-Flow Period to Create a Better Budget
Had trouble sticking to your monthly budget? Try this method for looking at your finances daily — and maybe you'll avoid buying that unnecessary popcorn.