So, I can think of a few ways to turn a $1 into a $100 bill in a few minutes.
One would be to back a winning horse that has ridiculous odds. Another is to steal it. You could always ask your kind folks or other relatives for the money. [more]
In these days of mass-production and Wal-Mart's low prices and lower standards, it's great to see handmade artifacts making a comeback. Today, my wife introduced me to a site that is a meeting-place for buying and selling wonderful handmade items. [more]
I love a bargain. We all do here at Wise Bread. But after a few personal disasters from being cheap, I opened up the topic to some of my fellow Wise Bread bloggers. What did they do to save a buck and how much did it cost them? [more]
Today we found articles on how to transform your money at any age, time saving tips for selling your clutter online, and ways you may be sabotaging your home sale.
For years, I struggled to negotiate effectively with a business associate (I’ll call him Mr. X), despite concessions gargantuan in my estimation but miniscule and unacceptable in h
Alaska is an absolutely gorgeous state, with sights that will take your breath away. Unfortunately, it's also expensive to visit. But don't worry. We got you.
Visit the enchanting city of Paris for the historic buildings, world famous art, and the crepes. Just make sure you do it inexpensively with a smart combination of rewards cards.
It’s all the buzz lately as healthcare costs rise, and especially after Michael Moore’s SICKO caught the attention of the masses. Those of us not living in places where everyone
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Ask These 5 Questions Before Deciding On a Financial Advisor
Before trusting your finances to any old somebody, you need to carefully vet potential advisers. These basic questions will get you started.
Turn $1 into $100 in about 2 minutes.
So, I can think of a few ways to turn a $1 into a $100 bill in a few minutes. One would be to back a winning horse that has ridiculous odds. Another is to steal it. You could always ask your kind folks or other relatives for the money. [more]
19 Frugal Ways to Entertain Teenagers
Teens can be a tough audience to entertain. But even the most restless and demanding teenagers will have fun with one or more of these activities.
How Less Creativity Can Make You More Creative
Feel like you're out of mental energy by the time you find time for creative work? Here's how to save your energy for your passions.
7 Times to Avoid Debit or Credit Cards
The convenience of credit and debit cards is hard to beat, but sometimes it's better to shell out the cash.
Sell handmade goods, buy cheap handmade goodies.
In these days of mass-production and Wal-Mart's low prices and lower standards, it's great to see handmade artifacts making a comeback. Today, my wife introduced me to a site that is a meeting-place for buying and selling wonderful handmade items. [more]
Slow DRIP into investing
My first-ever individual stock holding was a Duke Power (now Duke Energy) share that I acquired through its Dividend Reinvestment Plan or DRIP. [more]
Will Internet Radio die on July 15th?
If you love the freedom and variety of Internet Radio, today is not going to be a good day for you. Today is Internet Radio Day Of Silence. [more]
When Being Frugal Went Wrong – Tales From The Cheap & Nasty
I love a bargain. We all do here at Wise Bread. But after a few personal disasters from being cheap, I opened up the topic to some of my fellow Wise Bread bloggers. What did they do to save a buck and how much did it cost them? [more]
Frugal Red Herrings: Money-Savers That Cost You in Other Ways
Are your money-saving ways just an illusion? Find out if you're falling prey to these frugal red herrings.
Best Money Tips: How to Transform Your Money at Any Age
Today we found articles on how to transform your money at any age, time saving tips for selling your clutter online, and ways you may be sabotaging your home sale.
Best Money Tips: How to Save Money at the Airport
Today we found some great articles on saving money at the airport, changing habits, and DIY color-catching laundry sheets.
Best Money Tips: Smart Supermarket Saving Tips
Today we found some stellar articles on smart supermarket saving tips, combating over-spending, and earning free travel with your credit card.
Join Our Tweetchat on Thu 10/11, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes
Topic: Overcoming Debt! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift certificates! Use #WBChat to participate!
One-time encounters or long-term relationships: when negotiating strategies should differ
For years, I struggled to negotiate effectively with a business associate (I’ll call him Mr. X), despite concessions gargantuan in my estimation but miniscule and unacceptable in h
6 Extreme Job Interview Tactics That Worked
Get up and walk out of a job interview? Sure, that worked and so did these other insane interview tricks. How far will you go for a job?
6 Breathtaking and Affordable Alaskan Destinations
Alaska is an absolutely gorgeous state, with sights that will take your breath away. Unfortunately, it's also expensive to visit. But don't worry. We got you.
How 2 People Can See Paris for $500 or Less
Visit the enchanting city of Paris for the historic buildings, world famous art, and the crepes. Just make sure you do it inexpensively with a smart combination of rewards cards.
I'm Fleeing The Country For Healthcare!
It’s all the buzz lately as healthcare costs rise, and especially after Michael Moore’s SICKO caught the attention of the masses. Those of us not living in places where everyone
9 Ways to Job Hunt Without Getting Caught
Looking for a new job? Here's how to job hunt without getting caught.