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.
If you're planning on selling your home, consider some pet friendly upgrades. Buyers with fur babies will notice -- and might get off the fence about making an offer.
This tip is so easy and simple you'll wonder why you didn't think of it already. All you need is a plastic bag and some water, and your impulse credit card purchases will be a thin
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
Recently rainwater harvesting is becoming more popular in America and states such as Arizona and New Mexico are adopting laws that mandate the practice for new buildings. Here are
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How to Stack Credit Card Rewards to Earn Even More
Earning credit card rewards is great, but being able to stack them and save big is even better.
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.
6 Signs It's Time to Make Your Side Gig Your Career
Your side business is going gang busters, but are you ready to give up your day job? Here's what to ask before striking out on your own.
These Secrets of Amazon's Pricing Strategy Will Help You Find the Best Buys
You win some, you lose some in online retail. Find out which items are a steal on Amazon and which you're better off finding at your local Walmart.
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?
5 Ways to Boost Your Financial Resilience
When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Take these steps now to build up your ability to withstand a financial crisis.
5 Home Renovations That Will Attract Pet Owners
If you're planning on selling your home, consider some pet friendly upgrades. Buyers with fur babies will notice -- and might get off the fence about making an offer.
A Guaranteed Way To Avoid Impulse Credit Card Purchases
This tip is so easy and simple you'll wonder why you didn't think of it already. All you need is a plastic bag and some water, and your impulse credit card purchases will be a thin
Why It Pays to Wait Before Applying for a New Rewards Card
Before a sweet perk convinces you to apply for another rewards credit card, you might want to wait for some even better ones.
The 3 Best TV Shows About Money
Kick back in front of the tube while learning a thing or two from these three informative, and entertaining, TV shows about money.
Seriously, Get Rid of Your Landline
Do you still have a telephone that plugs into the wall of your house? The number of people who do is dropping — and with good reason.
8 Jaw-Dropping Tax Havens of the Filthy Rich
These jaw-droppingly gorgeous locations also offer jaw-dropping tax havens. This is where the wealthy stash their cash.
How to Go From Two Incomes to One
A lost job, a new baby… You really can make the shift from two-income household to one with some easy budgeting tricks.
What if energy costs keep rising?
Recession or not, I think the medium-term trend in energy costs is up. Just in case I'm right, you ought to have plan for that.
Everything You Need to Know About Flood Insurance
When it rains, it pours — and when it does, that flood insurance you've hated paying for will seem like a pretty smart investment.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Get Ahead at Work
Today we found some great articles on ways to get ahead at work, alternative financial resolutions, and ways to motivate yourself.
When to Use Savings to Pay Off Debt
One of the most common questions over on the Wise Bread forum is some variation on, "I have $X in savings but $Y in credit card debt. Should I use the savings to pay down the debt?
How to Conserve Water by Harvesting Rain or Snow
Recently rainwater harvesting is becoming more popular in America and states such as Arizona and New Mexico are adopting laws that mandate the practice for new buildings. Here are
The 10 Coolest Things That Come in a Can
Canned corn, ho-hum. But canned Unicorn? Yep, there's that and lots more hiding in the humble can these days.
25 Easy 5-Ingredient Recipes That Save Time and Money
You don't need a lot of fancy ingredients to put a flavorful meal on the table. Make dinner easy with short grocery lists and basic preparations.