Today we found articles on tricks to creating gourmet dishes, a property checklist for first-time homebuyers, and how to build a smoke-free fireplace fire.
"Stuff" can be helpful items, prized possessions, or needless objects that clutter not just our homes, but also our lives. Here's a vote for simplicity.
I've always thought of disaster preparedness as something for the highly paranoid or mildly insane. Current events have led me to believe in being better safe than sorry.
I've had allergies for as long as I can remember. Which probably means that I've had them for longer than I can remember, since allergies aren't usually something that become possible with the advent of memory. [more]
Today we found articles on things you should never throw away, how to build a minimalist wardrobe that you love, and career changes to spice up your work life.
Scratches are annoying and prevalent forms of car damage. We all get them, they really look awful and I've been hunting for new and old techniques for removal. Here are a few.
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss is really three small books in one.
The first thing Ferriss does is make the case that you ought to figure out exactly what you want to do, and then arrang [more]
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Best Money Tips: Inexpensive Family Outings
Today we found some great articles on inexpensive family outings, how to negotiate fees and save on expenses, and Netflix alternatives.
10 Easy Ways to Improve Your Life Before the End of the Year
There's still plenty of time left before New Year's to make this the best year ever!
6 Health Rules You Should Be Breaking
Cut yourself some slack. These time-honored health rules are out of date — and in some cases actually more harmful than healthful.
Gift Ideas for Practical People
What do you buy for people who hate to spend? These gift ideas will thrill the cheapskate on your list by saving them money.
Here's How to Earn $170 a Year With Your Junk Mail
That junk mail you send directly to the recycle bin? Somebody actually wants it and they're willing to pay.
Best Money Tips: How to Cook Gourmet Dishes Like a Pro Chef
Today we found articles on tricks to creating gourmet dishes, a property checklist for first-time homebuyers, and how to build a smoke-free fireplace fire.
Best Money Tips: Ring in the New Year Family Style
Today we found some great articles on ringing in the New Year family style, reducing your household electric bill, and improving your finances now.
Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What Does Corporate Social Responsibility Mean to You?
Tell us what corporate responsibility means to you and we'll enter you in a drawing to win $200 in Amazon Gift Cards!
The Tyranny of Stuff
"Stuff" can be helpful items, prized possessions, or needless objects that clutter not just our homes, but also our lives. Here's a vote for simplicity.
Best Money Tips: 42 Ways to Simplify Your Life
Today we found some great tips to simplify your life, use old furniture, and take frugal road trips.
Do You Need a Disaster Survival Kit?
I've always thought of disaster preparedness as something for the highly paranoid or mildly insane. Current events have led me to believe in being better safe than sorry.
Take an Imaginary Do-Over
When it comes to defining what you really need and want in life, it can help to imagine having nothing at all.
8 top ways to care for your allergies without damaging the budget
I've had allergies for as long as I can remember. Which probably means that I've had them for longer than I can remember, since allergies aren't usually something that become possible with the advent of memory. [more]
Best Money Tips: Things You Should Never Throw Away
Today we found articles on things you should never throw away, how to build a minimalist wardrobe that you love, and career changes to spice up your work life.
When to Buy Disposable
It's a difficult question to struggle with — when should you buy disposable, and when should you buy stuff made to last?
Removing Car Scratches: The Revenge of the Frugal Body Shop
Scratches are annoying and prevalent forms of car damage. We all get them, they really look awful and I've been hunting for new and old techniques for removal. Here are a few.
Get a Great Workout for Free With 11 Simple Moves
There's a cheaper, healthier, and more natural way to get in shape than hitting the gym. Forget complicated fitness — get up and move.
Book Review: The 4-Hour Workweek
The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss is really three small books in one. The first thing Ferriss does is make the case that you ought to figure out exactly what you want to do, and then arrang [more]
6 Ways to Ease Your Parents Into Assisted Living
Mom and dad took care of you — now it's your turn. If moving your parents into assisted living is right for them, take steps to make it stress free.
Rolling Stone article on ethanol
In my recent post Plan for expensive fuel, I mentioned sustainable fuels in a somewhat dismissive fashion. [more]