Lucky day! Capsule wardrobes are on trend again, which is great for closets and budgets. Start stocking your minimal collection with these smart basics.
I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
Ssshh: don’t bother me. I’m busy doing my Christmas shopping and accumulating enough frequent flyer miles to pay for two overseas flights – in business class. I’m doing it with the
A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
Whether you're surrounded by piles of unsorted financial documents or could just use a little straightening up, here's how to painlessly get organized.
There are countless products out there that help job seekers format and lay out resumes to look beautiful and readable on paper. I believe that the appearance of a resume is defini
Moving is already stressful. When you add in renting a big ol' truck, it can become downright nail-biting. Here's what you should know for your DIY move.
A commenter on Wise Bread wrote a Chinese proverb about marketing that reminded me that there are many Chinese proverbs about money and personal finance. Here are a few of the one
5 Investors With Better Returns Than Warren Buffett
The Oracle of Omaha is lauded for his investment success — and rightly so! But other, less celebrated investors have done better. Find out how.
16 Clothing Items That Will Last Forever
Stop throwing away cheap clothes and invest in the good stuff. These 16 wardrobe essentials will last you a lifetime.
8 Essential Pieces for Your Capsule Wardrobe
Lucky day! Capsule wardrobes are on trend again, which is great for closets and budgets. Start stocking your minimal collection with these smart basics.
5 Reasons to Choose Traditional Books Over E-Books
Carrying around a tablet with tons of titles may be convenient, but there are some good reasons why you should keep those paper books on your shelf.
25 Frugal Changes You Can Make Today
Frugal living does not involve drastic changes. A few small changes can lead you down the right path.
How Haggling Taught Me About Life
I used to be afraid of bargaining. The thought of haggling over a price, or even asking for a discount, was embarrassing. Then I began visiting countries in which haggling is expec
Become a Frequent Flyer Master and Earn a Free Flight Every Year
Ssshh: don’t bother me. I’m busy doing my Christmas shopping and accumulating enough frequent flyer miles to pay for two overseas flights – in business class. I’m doing it with the
Turn One Room Into Two With These 10 Simple Tricks
You can't create more space in your tiny place, but you can create more spaces with some clever design ideas. You can get more storage, too!
Front-loaded loans: a financial conspiracy?
A tip from Eric Fedewa sparked a discussion between Wise Bread bloggers (Andrea Dickson and me). He brought a new financial term (front-loading) to our attention that indicates how
6 Quick Tips for Organizing Your Finances
Whether you're surrounded by piles of unsorted financial documents or could just use a little straightening up, here's how to painlessly get organized.
Sex Up Your Sandwich: Ideas for Budget Conscious Brown Baggers
Spice up your lunch with these affordable sandwich ideas that are flavorful and way more exciting than your average baloney or ham loaf.
20 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Cheap Spring Roll Wrappers at Every Meal
Egg rolls are the new burritos. And no matter what's inside, it's delicious.
Why You Need a Plain Text Resume to Apply for Jobs Online
There are countless products out there that help job seekers format and lay out resumes to look beautiful and readable on paper. I believe that the appearance of a resume is defini
Science Says You Don't Need a Standing Desk, After All -- You Only Need This
Recent studies show that sitting all day actually will not kill you. Desk sitters, rejoice!
The Process for Purchasing a House With Cash
Last year, one Wise Bread writer and her husband purchased a property with cash. That's right — cash. Here's the process they went through.
How to Go Entirely Paperless at Home
Businesses are increasingly less dependent on paper, but did you know it’s not only possible, but also quite helpful, to go paperless at home?
What to Know When Renting a Moving Truck
Moving is already stressful. When you add in renting a big ol' truck, it can become downright nail-biting. Here's what you should know for your DIY move.
24 Places to Buy Inexpensive Natural Beauty Products
Highlight more of your natural beauty for less money! Here's where to find high quality, inexpensive natural beauty products, online and off.
Chinese Proverbs About Money and Personal Finance
A commenter on Wise Bread wrote a Chinese proverb about marketing that reminded me that there are many Chinese proverbs about money and personal finance. Here are a few of the one
23 Recipes for Slime Your Kids Can Make — and Even Sell!
Slime is the cool new trend among kids, so why not show them how to make it and then sell it?