Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
What if the we suddenly stopped celebrating every single birthday in our lives, and instead concentrated on just the important ones? Would you care? Would you support it? I’ll tell
I was at a local fair recently. The kids were hungry, I was thirsty and we all wanted a snack break. But my wife and I knew we’d have to pay the price. At events like these, you’re
Do-it-yourselfers who are weary of yet another trip to the home improvement store may like this DIY project. It has the possibilities of increasing home equity just as quickly as a bath remodel or new deck.
[more]
Airlines make it hard to earn and redeem miles. Learn to leverage carrier alliances to find great awards flights, for much less cost in miles (and cents).
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
The cost of a free ride - why not to use a buyer's agent
This little real estate agent secret could potentially save you thousands on your new home.
Encounter With a Freegan
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
Only Celebrate A Few Select Birthdays
What if the we suddenly stopped celebrating every single birthday in our lives, and instead concentrated on just the important ones? Would you care? Would you support it? I’ll tell
Turn Off Your Air Conditioning
Most people lack the skills for getting by without air conditioning. Here's a quick primer.
Concession stand treats – a license to print money.
I was at a local fair recently. The kids were hungry, I was thirsty and we all wanted a snack break. But my wife and I knew we’d have to pay the price. At events like these, you’re
2009 Entertainment Book Giveaway
As a special gift to one lucky Wise Bread reader, the publishers of Entertainment.com has given me a 2009 Entertainment Book to give away!
How to Avoid (and Treat) Cold Sores
Cold sores are painful, ugly, and take a long time to heal. Here's how to avoid (and treat) these nasty little lesions.
Cracking the Infamous McDonalds Monopoly Game
Your chances of winning McDonald's Monopoly game are all based on the odds of finding one particular piece from each set.
Ask the Readers: Have You Ever Attended a Business Conference?
Tell us if you have ever attended a business conference and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Have You Started Saving for Retirement?
Tell us whether you've started saving for retirement and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Effective Sleep Tips You Haven't Tried Yet
Tried every sleep aid out there? Here are 5 little known tips that work wonders for me.
Ask the Readers: Do You See Movies in the Theater?
Tell us if you see movies in the theater and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: Who Do You Go to For Money Advice?
Tell us who you go to for money advice and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
100 Small Things That Can Bring You Joy
Need a quick mood boost? No matter where you are or what's got you down, you're sure to find a pick me up in this big list of small joys.
DIY Mortgage Acceleration
Do-it-yourselfers who are weary of yet another trip to the home improvement store may like this DIY project. It has the possibilities of increasing home equity just as quickly as a bath remodel or new deck. [more]
Unclaimed Assets: Is the Government Holding Your Money?
You might be entitled to some of the $42 billion in unclaimed property the government is holding. Find and reclaim your loot with these online tools.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Dream Retirement?
Tell us about your dream retirement and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Was Your First Paying Job?
Tell us about your first job and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How to Eat Well on Just $20 a Week (With Meal Plans!)
If you shop smart and keep your recipes simple and healthful, you really can eat for a whole week on just $20. Here's how.
The Secret to Redeeming Travel Rewards with Airline Partners
Airlines make it hard to earn and redeem miles. Learn to leverage carrier alliances to find great awards flights, for much less cost in miles (and cents).