Whether you're at the mall or online, retailers have plenty of tricks to help separate you from your cash. Learn what they are so you can shop smarter.
After the recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve many of my bank and money market interest rates plummeted. Now the best yield I have is on my Series I Savings Bonds iss
Money or not, things around the house need fixing, painting and up keep that goes beyond DIY. It might be a good time to look around your neighborhood for someone who'll trade his
If you're looking for extra money with almost zero interaction with other people, you don't have to look far — and you won't have to fake a smile, either.
Achieving the right asset allocation can be like groping around in the dark (and not in a fun kind of way!) if you don’t know where to begin. This article will help you to determin
A lot of people have been asking me recently, is this the stock market bottom? Is it time to jump into stocks? As an investor for over 20 years who's lived through 2 recessions (a
As Main Street small businesses disappear, it's nice that we can still order from small companies online. However, spoiled consumers take heed: Not all small companies are created
Shopping for goods isn't Dungeons & Dragons, but it's still an adventure. Like D&D dice, modifiers affect the end result of what happens to you — specifically, how much you spend.
The best thing about public school is that it keeps kids occupied and not spending money for six hours a day or more. Now that it's summer, here re seven ideas for free or very che
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
How to NOT Get What You Want From Customer Service
There are right ways to complain to businesses...and there are wrong ways. These are definitely the wrong ways (plus, how to make them right).
How Retailers Manipulate You Into Spending
Whether you're at the mall or online, retailers have plenty of tricks to help separate you from your cash. Learn what they are so you can shop smarter.
12 Foods Everybody Should Be Able to Cook by 30
The time for ramen has passed. By 30, you oughta be a master at preparing these 12 simple staples.
The 5 Best Lip Stains
Keeping your lips bold and smudge-free isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these lip stains and your pout will always look perfecto.
50+ Ways to Save Water
Even if you live in a rainy climate, you can do the planet and your pocketbook a favor by conserving water. Here's how.
A Simple Guide to Series I Savings Bonds (I-Bonds)
After the recent interest rate cuts by the Federal Reserve many of my bank and money market interest rates plummeted. Now the best yield I have is on my Series I Savings Bonds iss
Best Money Tips: Save $200 a Month
Today we found some awesome articles on saving $200 a month, unexpected wedding venues, and ways to save on jewelry.
The Art of the Trade
Money or not, things around the house need fixing, painting and up keep that goes beyond DIY. It might be a good time to look around your neighborhood for someone who'll trade his
10 Great Side Jobs for Introverts
If you're looking for extra money with almost zero interaction with other people, you don't have to look far — and you won't have to fake a smile, either.
The High Cost of Cheap Clothes
Even the cheapest fast fashion pieces come with a hefty price — steep environmental and social costs we don't often see.
How I Sold My House in 48 Hours
Some homes languish on the market for months, costing owners money and stress. Find out how one seller got it done in a single weekend.
Asset Allocation for All Markets
Achieving the right asset allocation can be like groping around in the dark (and not in a fun kind of way!) if you don’t know where to begin. This article will help you to determin
Looking To Invest Right Now? 5 Basic Investing Tips For Any Market
A lot of people have been asking me recently, is this the stock market bottom? Is it time to jump into stocks? As an investor for over 20 years who's lived through 2 recessions (a
10 Homemade Liqueurs to Bottle for Tasty Gifts
Homemade liqueurs and infused alcohols are easy to make and are always welcome gifts around the holidays. Here are 10 great ones you have to try.
Where Oh Where Are My Worms? Be On Your Toes When Ordering From Small Web Businesses
As Main Street small businesses disappear, it's nice that we can still order from small companies online. However, spoiled consumers take heed: Not all small companies are created
Modifiers: 5 things that change an item's final price
Shopping for goods isn't Dungeons & Dragons, but it's still an adventure. Like D&D dice, modifiers affect the end result of what happens to you — specifically, how much you spend.
What Do I Need to Know Before I Hire a CFP?
Need help managing your finances? Make sure you know what you're getting when you hire a financial advisor with the CFP designation.
5 Money Moves to Make the Moment You Decide to Get Married
Finance woes can put a real damper on newly-engaged bliss. Make your marriage happily ever after by getting off to a good financial start.
Summer Freebies and Bargains for Kids
The best thing about public school is that it keeps kids occupied and not spending money for six hours a day or more. Now that it's summer, here re seven ideas for free or very che
The 5 Best Wireless Headphones
Wireless headphones allow you freedom of movement with increasingly excellent sound quality. Here are our picks for the five best pairs.