Recently, I upgraded to my very first smartphone. And, being the frugal shopper that I am, I quickly searched for the best apps I could find that would help me save money. I was l
Giving a gift that doesn't suck is not easy. Instead of focusing on the same old gift ideas, how about trying something that has the potential to change the person's life? It can b
Not all parents are intending to save for their children's education. There may be various reasons why this is the case and it's something I'd like to explore a little, to determi
For more than two years now writing at Wise Bread, my whole thesis has been that frugality leads to freedom—if you can live cheaply enough, you can choose whatever work calls you,
Getting your first post-graduation paycheck can be exciting and unnerving. Find ways to fully support yourself -- either immediately or sometime in the future -- and b
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The Cell Phone App That's Saving Me A Small Fortune
Recently, I upgraded to my very first smartphone. And, being the frugal shopper that I am, I quickly searched for the best apps I could find that would help me save money. I was l
Best Money Tips: Habits of Financially Successful People
Today we found some fantastic articles on habits of financially successful people, how families can save money in April, and boosting your resume.
Gift-Giving Ideas That Can Change Lives
Giving a gift that doesn't suck is not easy. Instead of focusing on the same old gift ideas, how about trying something that has the potential to change the person's life? It can b
Are You Saving For Your Child's College Education?
Not all parents are intending to save for their children's education. There may be various reasons why this is the case and it's something I'd like to explore a little, to determi
Book Review: The Trap
For more than two years now writing at Wise Bread, my whole thesis has been that frugality leads to freedom—if you can live cheaply enough, you can choose whatever work calls you,
New Credit Card Rules: Who Really Benefits?
Credit card industry reform may have good intentions, but will these rules encourage the same behavior that made reform necessary in the first place?
How Trump's Presidency Might Change Student Loans
Whether you wanted Trump to win or not, you still need to know how his presidency might affect your student loans.
9 Smart Reasons to Last-Minute Holiday Shop
Haven't started your holiday shopping yet? Good! Because in this case, the late bird gets the worm.
Best Money Tips: How Being Late on Your Mortgage Affects Your Score
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we tell you how many points a late mortga
Reclaiming Etiquette: Dining Basics for New Professionals
Dining etiquette is becoming a lost art. This quick tutorial will give you an edge in a tight job market and added confidence for any dining occasion.
7 Things You Need to Know Before Taking Online Classes
The low cost of an online college degree is tempting, but before you sign up, be sure you understand what you're getting — and not getting.
8 Smart Money Moves to Make in the New Year
You've resolved to give your finances a boost this year — that's great! These money moves will help get you there.
Making Your First Paycheck Work for You
Getting your first post-graduation paycheck can be exciting and unnerving. Find ways to fully support yourself -- either immediately or sometime in the future -- and b
Want to Keep Your Disposable Razor Blades Sharp? Use Your Arm
With these two tricks, you can keep one disposable razor blade sharp and ready-to-use for five months or more.
4 Weird Brain Hacks That Make You a Better Person With Almost No Effort
Self improvement is hard, right? Wrong! Become the person you want to be with some simple tricks that leverage some quirks of your brain.
Best Money Tips: The Insurance Edition
Today we found some of the best articles from around the web on insurance.
Best Money Tips: Benefits of Thrift Shopping
Today we found some fantastic articles on the benefits of thrift shops, ways to challenge yourself every day, and things financially successful people avoid doing.
18 Times in Life When Less Is More
From food to Facebook, and everything in between, you really could stand to do with less. Sometimes a LOT less.
10 Health Foods That Are Actually Making You Fatter
Just because a food is healthier than a bag of chips doesn't mean it isn't fattening. Watch out for these gut busting health foods.
8 Self-Destructive Habits That Keep You in Debt
Why is it so hard to climb out of debt? Because it's so easy to fall into.