I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
Persistence is important to success, but knowing when to walk away from a doomed effort is important, too. Read this to learn how to recognize when to quit.
From packing cubes to boil coils, you'll be so glad you brushed up on these travel hacks before your next trip. Don't leave home without clicking this.
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 articles that are hot today.
How Haggling Taught Me About Life
I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
What Is Life Insurance?
Life insurance is a way to protect your family should the unthinkable happen to you. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains how life insurance works.
Would You Dance to Avoid a Fee?
Would you dance? See what happens when ATM users bust a move to get their cash fee-free.
8 Things I Learned About Money After Getting Married
For better or worse, marriage means learning how to manage money with a partner.
How to Know When to Persevere and When to Quit
Persistence is important to success, but knowing when to walk away from a doomed effort is important, too. Read this to learn how to recognize when to quit.
11 Painless Ways to Trick Yourself Into Eating Less
Invite psychology and biology to your next meal and leave more on the plate instead of around your waist.
How to Spring Clean Your Whole Life — One Step at a Time
Spring cleaning can seem overwhelming, but there is a way to organize your entire life, one step at a time.
10 Easy Ways to Work Stretching Into Your Daily Routine
Flexibility is important for fitness, but it's hard to find the time. Add stretches throughout the day to capture some of the benefit.
The 4 Most Effective Times for Setting a New Goal
Take advantage of some quirks in the calendar — and your psychology — to jumpstart your campaign to reach your next goal.
6 Thoughts Everyone Has Their First Day of Retirement
After years of hard work, diligent saving, and careful planning the big day finally arrives and you've retired. Now what?
4 Cheap, Easy Ways to Invest Your First $1000
Investing is only for the wealthy, right? With even modest sums put aside, anyone can start building an investment portfolio — and it's easy, too.
6 Genius Ways to Stock Up on School Supplies
Buying new calculators and backpacks shouldn't leave you broke. Here's how to cash in on big savings during the back-to-school season.
8 Keys to Quitting a Job Like a Professional
You're ready to call it quits at work. It's easy to get lazy, but even quitting is something you should do like a pro.
The Psychology of Cash Flow
Money flows in and out of your life. To keep a good handle on it, you not only need to get a good handle on your budget, but also on your mind.
Help, I Bought a Stock Dud! — What Now?
You bought a bad stock and you're losing your shirt. It happens! Don't panic, understand your options, and turn today's loss into tomorrow's gain.
9 Ways to Make Money From Holiday Gifts You Don't Want
Not sure what to do with the toe socks you got from Aunt Sally? Turn those and the rest of your unwanted holiday gifts into cash!
How to Manage Money When You Hate Thinking About It
If the thought of managing your green has you seeing red, take heart; it doesn't have to be complicated!
6 Guilty Pleasures That Are Killing Your Budget
Don't let your guilty pleasure ruin your budget. Instead, see how much your habit is really costing you each year and how to better spend the money.
31 Super Smart Travel Hacks
From packing cubes to boil coils, you'll be so glad you brushed up on these travel hacks before your next trip. Don't leave home without clicking this.
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