This Memorial Day weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money, talking about justifying frugality — or, moreover, why you shouldn't have to.
Here in Colorado the average temperature around midday is now above 90 degrees...every day. Pah, say you folks in Arizona. But for me, it's way too hot for comfort. [more]
Your employer has (or should have) a personnel file with your name on it; should you have one also? Theoretically, you should be able to access information from your file at the of
I know that Wise Bloggers are smart readers, so you might already know everything there is to know about mutual funds. However I have come across many very smart people who don't a
Today we found some great articles on tax deductions for employees who work from home, creating a spending plan, and what matters in matters of love and finance.
Raise your hand if you’ve never used Google or any of its services, don’t belong to any social network (including sites like Flickr, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, etc.), don’t have (
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Save $5 or more on your Verizon wireless bill
You can lower your cell phone bill by moving your cell phone to a state with lower taxes (unless, of course, you already live in said state).
17 Things You Should Never Skimp on for Safety Reasons
It's smart to cut corners and save money, but when it comes to health and safety, you're better off spending a little more.
Best Money Tips: How to Save Money on Gas
Today we found some fantastic articles on how to save money on gas, ways frugal travelers save on trips, and fun on a cheapskate's budget.
3 Ways Education Can Impact Your Creditworthiness
Education doesn't directly affect your credit; but it can impact your creditworthiness.
Wise Bread on Marketplace: Justifying Frugality
This Memorial Day weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money, talking about justifying frugality — or, moreover, why you shouldn't have to.
Free "Digital Retirement Coach" Aims to Take Angst Out of Retirement Planning
If the thought of retirement planning sends chills down your spine, a helpful chatbot from AARP and the Ad Council makes it all seem easy.
Best Money Tips: Free Fun for Families This Summer
Today we found some great articles on free fun for families this summer, ways to save big on rent, and splurging frugally.
5 Affordable Caribbean Cruise Ports for Families
Cruise excursions can be expensive extras to your all-inclusive cruise. These popular ports of call offer great value for cruising families.
5 bargains to help you keep your cool this summer.
Here in Colorado the average temperature around midday is now above 90 degrees...every day. Pah, say you folks in Arizona. But for me, it's way too hot for comfort. [more]
Best Money Tips: Cheap Summer Vacations
Today we found some fantastic articles on cheap summer vacations, grocery shopping on a budget, and staying home with your kids.
Save Your Retirement by Avoiding These 10 Risky Investments
You could get motion sickness from the ups and downs of these volatile stocks. Keep more of your money by steering clear of these investments.
Coupon of the month! $30 off a $30 purchase at ShopNBC.
It's not often a deal of this magnitude comes along, so grab it while you can folks. [more]
10 Cool DIY Home Improvements for $20 or Less
Add some pizazz (and property value) to your home without breaking the bank. All you need is $20 and a few hours to yourself.
Your Personnel File...at home
Your employer has (or should have) a personnel file with your name on it; should you have one also? Theoretically, you should be able to access information from your file at the of
Mutual Funds for Wise Bloggers
I know that Wise Bloggers are smart readers, so you might already know everything there is to know about mutual funds. However I have come across many very smart people who don't a
Best Money Tips: Tax Deductions for Employees Who Work From Home
Today we found some great articles on tax deductions for employees who work from home, creating a spending plan, and what matters in matters of love and finance.
How Long Can You Really Live on Unemployment?
If you lost your job, could you afford to get by on unemployment benefits alone? It might be time to beef up that emergency fund.
The Not-So-Private Parts
Raise your hand if you’ve never used Google or any of its services, don’t belong to any social network (including sites like Flickr, MySpace, Facebook, Twitter, etc.), don’t have (
Why Your IRA Shouldn't Double as an Education Savings Plan
Your IRA may have the option to help pay for college, but that doesn't mean it should be your go-to education savings plan.
7 Common Travel Myths That People Need to Stop Believing
You've always wanted to travel more, but you worry about the cost or the risks or the inconvenience. Good news -- your worries are probably unfounded.