Hot Today

Wise Bread articles that are hot today.

Best Money Tips: 21 Money Mistakes to Avoid

Today we found some great articles on money mistakes to avoid, apps to help you save at the supermarket, and tasty tailgating recipes.

It's A Small (And Changing) World After All

It's easy to stick our heads in the sand and say that the answer to "Life, The Universe, and Everything" is 42. But we all very well know that the world we live in is

4 Smart Things You Should Do With Your First Real Paycheck

Your first real paycheck is cause for celebration — and cause for some smart money moves.

Should George W. Bush write for Wisebread?

I'm not sure how many of you watch the news or read the news blogs on a daily basis. I know I can't, it's way too depressing to do every day. But when I saw that George W. Bush, ou

Techniques for Escaping Long-Term Unemployment

Not having a job isn't just financially trying, it can also be downright depressing. Help combat long-term unemployment with these techniques.

Fall Cleaning 101: The Spic-and-Span Basics of Making Your Home Sparkle

Spring isn't the only cleaning-worthy season! This all-encompassing list will help you get your place in shape for autumn and beyond.

60+ Halloween Costume Ideas That Can Save You Money and Time

Need some inspiration for costume, and don't want to spend a fortune? Here are over 60 ideas for you and your kids, too!

5 Things That Could Wreck an Early Retirement

Those chasing early retirement with aggressive saving and frugal lifestyles should also prepare for unexpected costs, post retirement.

Hobo Living Made Easy

Being a "Hobo" can take many shapes and forms. Here are a few tools to pave the way for a rent-free, sustainable, and environmentally & socially friendly lifestyle th

5 Money Moves Every Single Parent Should Make

Raising a kid by yourself takes strength, resilience, and perhaps most importantly, a solid financial footing.

Best Money Tips: How to Boost Your Wi-Fi Signal at Home

Today we found articles on ways to boost your Wi-Fi signal at home, money-saving tips for your next backpacking trip, and ways to stay accountable to your health and fitness goals.

Optical Illusions That Make You Fatter and Your Wallet Lighter

One of my best friends told me that the key to food portion sizes was this: "Eat from small plates, drink from taller glasses." And optical illusions are at the root of it.

Best Money Tips: Get Free Stocking Stuffers

Today we found some fantastic articles on ways to get free stocking stuffers, reasons to make your child's Halloween costume, and amazing job perks.

Best Money Tips: Ways to Use Leftover Halloween Candy

Today we found some fantastic articles on ways to use leftover Halloween candy, safeguarding your career switch, and saving money on holiday shopping.

This Year’s Hot Toy is Next Year’s Trash

Our commitment to saving money has always prevented my family from buying the current year’s “Hot” toys. Every year that I hold tight to the de

5 Affordable and Unforgettable Experiences to Have in National Parks This Summer

Summertime fun in national parks can become surprisingly costly if you aren't careful. But these affordable activities will create memories that'll last a lifetime.

Fixing the foreclosure crisis

Because homeowners are also voters, and because the subprime lending crisis threatens the whole economy, the federal government is trying to come up with ways to head off a massive

Best Money Tips: Nice Things to Do for People That Won't Cost Much

Today we found some awesome articles on nice things to do for people that don't cost much, gifts that keep giving, and handling holiday parties professionally.

Best Money Tips: How to Buy a Family Home Without the Stress

Today we found articles on how to buy a home without the stress, how to choose the best sunscreen, and pro cleaning tips and tricks that will save you time.

5 Things You Must Know About Health Care Open Enrollment

Open enrollment has rolled around once again. Are you prepared to select the best health care plan for you and your family?