A reusable water bottle saves money and the environment. Choose a glass bottle to avoid the BPAs found in some plastics and the metallic flavor of stainless steel.
Normally we assume it's cheaper to make something homemade rather than buy it at the store. But what about peanut butter? Is it cheaper to make your own homemade peanut butter?
Does the store you're shopping at want to be seen as a bargain? A purveyor of luxury goods? A renegade? The answer is in the last two digits of the price.
When my family and I volunteered at an inner-city agency, I thought I would learn about showing compassion, embracing diversity, and being grateful. The last thing I thought I woul
Didn’t you know that toothpaste (despite its name) is for so much more than your teeth? It’s truly handy to have on hand (I pity the household - and their teeth - that has no tooth
Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Stuff We Love: A Lifefactory Reusable Glass Water Bottle
A reusable water bottle saves money and the environment. Choose a glass bottle to avoid the BPAs found in some plastics and the metallic flavor of stainless steel.
Did Your Parents Give You a Whole Life Insurance Policy? Here's What to Do With It.
What is whole life insurance all about? If you have any questions about this, read on.
Homemade Peanut Butter: Recipe and Cost Comparison
Normally we assume it's cheaper to make something homemade rather than buy it at the store. But what about peanut butter? Is it cheaper to make your own homemade peanut butter?
How the Pilgrims Did Personal Finance
The Pilgrims didn't settle the New World without knowing a little about finance. Here's what we know about their money matters.
How to Read a Credit Report
You're ready to check your annual free credit report. Now — just how exactly should you read one of these things?
Bosses Say These Are Their 6 Favorite Qualities in Employees — Do You Have Them?
These qualities managers say they look for in employees could be the difference between getting a raise and getting a pink slip.
24 Train Hacks From an Amtrak Veteran
Make travel by train as comfortable (and frugal) as it is romantic with these money-saving Amtrak train travel tricks.
13 Problems You Can Solve With Duct Tape
If you're stuck in a jam, duct tape might just be able to save you.
Party Like It's 19.99: The Psychology of Pricing
Does the store you're shopping at want to be seen as a bargain? A purveyor of luxury goods? A renegade? The answer is in the last two digits of the price.
15 Creative, Delicious Things You Can Make in a Blender
The blender gets labeled as a one-trick pony — and that's not fair. Put yours through its paces with these concoctions that spin together fast.
Your Small Business Needs an Emergency Fund, Too
Emergency can strike your small business just as it can your personal life. Protect all you've worked for with a business emergency fund.
25 Things to Do With Reusable Water Bottles
As reusable water bottles become more common, you may think you have too many. But these containers are useful for much more than just holding water.
How to Sell All Your Stuff and Travel the World
Dreaming of getting rid of everything you own and becoming a globe-trotter? This is how you can actually make it happen.
10 Keys to Great Management, learned from an inner-city mission worker
When my family and I volunteered at an inner-city agency, I thought I would learn about showing compassion, embracing diversity, and being grateful. The last thing I thought I woul
What’s the Difference Between Student Loan Refinancing and Consolidation?
No, refinancing and consolidating your student loans aren’t the same thing! Learn the difference and what’s right for you!
7 Fun Cities for a 24-Hour Layover
If you're looking to break up a long trip overseas with a 24-hour layover, these cities will provide tons of one-day fun.
There is no Tomorrow.
Are you waiting for tomorrow for things to be different? To make changes, or refocus? I've got news for you...
Two Dozen Uses For Toothpaste (Aside From Cleaning Your Teeth)
Didn’t you know that toothpaste (despite its name) is for so much more than your teeth? It’s truly handy to have on hand (I pity the household - and their teeth - that has no tooth
The Fallacy of Homeownership as a Sound Investment
Owning a home has become inextricably linked to the American dream, as much a part of the social fabric as baseball and apple pie. But the reality is that most Americans would be b
The 5 Best In-Home Dry Cleaning Kits
Keeping your clothes in peak condition isn't easy, but it can be. Just use one of these five in-home dry cleaning kits and you'll always look sharp.