Borrowing extra for an energy efficient mortgage can lower your utility costs and generate significant savings...as long as you make sure the math adds up.
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
Do you often find yourself needing to remove difficult can lids? These electric can openers can definitely make the whole process both simpler and safer for you.
Is it possible that one of the reasons the restaurant business is so hard to succeed in, is because some new restaurant owners lack business sense? Possibly. In examining this angl
Scammers always try to pass themselves off as legit. Here's why I thought I was getting scammed recently, and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you.
Are you struggling to pay for your mortgage? Uncle Sam is gearing up to pass out up to $50,000 to troubled homeowners, and it doesn't have to be repaid.
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Energy Efficient Mortgages: Borrowing More to Save
Borrowing extra for an energy efficient mortgage can lower your utility costs and generate significant savings...as long as you make sure the math adds up.
Wise Bread's Best and Worst Financial Decisions in 2010
Some of us took risks. Some of us played it safe. Read about our writers' great (and terrible) 2010 financial decisions, and what they learned from them.
Choosing a Luxury Eccentricity
A useful tactic for dealing with those who think you need to spend more, a luxury eccentricity helps deflect criticism while allowing you to indulge.
Student Loans: How to Make Post-College Decisions
Making decisions about student loans doesn’t have to be difficult. But it should be personalized.
How to Make Artisanal Bread on a Budget
Stop paying for those overpriced loaves when you can make delicious ones at home. It's great with soup!
The 5 Best Electric Can Openers
Do you often find yourself needing to remove difficult can lids? These electric can openers can definitely make the whole process both simpler and safer for you.
Making Progress: The Missing Link Between Management and Employees
Find out what one factor made workers the happiest and how management and employees can unite to create a better workplace.
6 Tips for Running Your Business: Lessons From 2 Failed Restaurateurs
Is it possible that one of the reasons the restaurant business is so hard to succeed in, is because some new restaurant owners lack business sense? Possibly. In examining this angl
6 Reasons You Should Buy the Rental Car Insurance
Think the clerk at the rental counter just wants to sell you insurance? Actually, they may be trying to save you from a headache.
Beat Back the Zombies: 4 Ways to Avoid Sleep Deprivation
Seventy percent of Americans don't get enough sleep. Follow these suggestions to ensure you're not one of them.
How Living in a Hotel Can Be Surprisingly Affordable
Believe it or not, living in a hotel can be an affordable housing option.
Could the Chromebook Crush Windows?
Will Google's new Chromebook make out-of-the-box operating systems like Windows and OS X obsolete? It might be nice if it did.
5 Bridesmaid Dress Ideas From a Bridesmaid
Brides, I know you might have your dream wedding planned out. But consider a few humble, frugal dress suggestions from a repeat bridesmaid.
5 Frugal, Non-Depressing Ways to Spend NYE
Don't let the hype around New Year's Eve spoil your budget — or your mood. Have a fun, non-spendy evening with people you care about.
Here's How You Should Budget Your Social Security Checks
You don't get to quit budgeting just because you've retired. Actually, if you collect Social Security benefits, it's more important than ever.
How to Avoid Phishing Scams
Scammers always try to pass themselves off as legit. Here's why I thought I was getting scammed recently, and how to make sure it doesn't happen to you.
U.S. Government Offers "Free" $50,000 to Troubled Homeowners
Are you struggling to pay for your mortgage? Uncle Sam is gearing up to pass out up to $50,000 to troubled homeowners, and it doesn't have to be repaid.
The Alarming Thing I Didn't Know About My Mammogram
An annual mammogram may not pick up cancer due to a surprisingly common condition. A Wise Bread blogger shares her story.
The 7 Best Cities for Frugal Foodies
Budget minded foodies don't have to trek to New York, Chicago, or San Francisco to find a great, affordable bite.
How to Find and Hire a Reliable Contractor
Nothing's more scary for homeowners than the prospect of hiring the wrong contractor. Here's how to hire the right one.