I’m celebrating Thanksgiving three times this year. In the spirit of the Plymouth colonists’ and Wampanoag Confederacy’s first dinner, I’m going to follow their example on what mak
Credit cards are fun for the whole family, until the bills start rolling in and you are expected to hand over your hard-earned money for the stuff you bought on plastic. In this we
In the old days, companies actually produced stuff. They invented it, designed it, made it, marketed it, and sold it. Although there are still some companies like that, they'r
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is
On July 24th, 2009 the federal minimum wage will increase from $6.55 an hour to $7.25 an hour. This amounts to an increase of 10.7%. How will this change affect you?
Today we found articles on states where homes are so cheap you barely need to work, money-saving home maintenance, and caring for your mental health at work.
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we tell you tips for making sure that your Haiti relief donations are getting where they need to go, 8 great movie
Are you on top of your debt – both logistically and emotionally? Do you maximize value while minimizing interest rates? Do you know what the different types of loans are, and how t
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the 100 grocery ads you'll want to check out online, how to make money off that expensive NYC apartment, and a m
Although it's targeted at divorced women, this book is a valuable read for women of any relationship status who want to take control of their finances.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Thanksgiving: 3 Ways (This Thanksgiving We're Going to Party Like It's 1621)
I’m celebrating Thanksgiving three times this year. In the spirit of the Plymouth colonists’ and Wampanoag Confederacy’s first dinner, I’m going to follow their example on what mak
5 Best Amazon Deals for Monday 10/21
Last minute Halloween Shopping? We've got 5 great deals for you!
Best of Personal Finance: Credit Where Credit Is Due Edition
Credit cards are fun for the whole family, until the bills start rolling in and you are expected to hand over your hard-earned money for the stuff you bought on plastic. In this we
How to Combat Economic Fatigue
Tough economic times take a toll on our sleep patterns, which adversely affect all other aspects of our lives, but it doesn't have to be this way.
Modern companies as specialized venture capital firms
In the old days, companies actually produced stuff. They invented it, designed it, made it, marketed it, and sold it. Although there are still some companies like that, they'r
Family Finances, Entrepreneurship, and More with Canadian Finance Blog's Tom Drake
Check out our interview with Tom for tips on living frugally as a family, entrepreneurship, and his favorite ways to use Skype!
Recalled Robes, Cribs, and Hooded Sweatshirts: Top Safety Concerns You Should Know About
This isn’t the first time I’ve written about recalls. Sadly, they seem to pop up every day – either an indication of our products getting junkier, or a sign that the government is
How will the federal minimum wage increase affect you?
On July 24th, 2009 the federal minimum wage will increase from $6.55 an hour to $7.25 an hour. This amounts to an increase of 10.7%. How will this change affect you?
Best Money Tips: Homes Are So Cheap Here, You Barely Need to Work
Today we found articles on states where homes are so cheap you barely need to work, money-saving home maintenance, and caring for your mental health at work.
5 Awesome Staycations You Should Take Before Winter Ends
Will winter never end? Beat cabin fever close to home with these inexpensive — and warming — excursion ideas.
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: Make Sure Your Haiti Donation goes to Quake Aid
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we tell you tips for making sure that your Haiti relief donations are getting where they need to go, 8 great movie
FINANCIAL IQ TEST: How Healthy is your Debt Management?
Are you on top of your debt – both logistically and emotionally? Do you maximize value while minimizing interest rates? Do you know what the different types of loans are, and how t
Best Money Tips: 100 Must-Have Grocery Store Circulars
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the 100 grocery ads you'll want to check out online, how to make money off that expensive NYC apartment, and a m
Review of Women Empowering Themselves: A Financial Survival Guide
Although it's targeted at divorced women, this book is a valuable read for women of any relationship status who want to take control of their finances.
Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 9/11, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes
Topic: Networking! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat to participate!
Best Money Tips: Financial Mistakes to Avoid in 2011
Today, we share the financial mistakes to watch out for, how to make your own glitter flats, and simple ways to spend less on produce.
Best Money Tips: How to Quit Your Day Job
Today, we share the steps to take when you want to quit your job, a recipe for homemade Bisquick mix, and a cheap way to deep-clean your eyeglasses.
5 Things Millennials Do Later Than Previous Generations Did
Today's twenty- and thirty-somethings are putting off a host of big life-defining moments. Find out what they're waiting for — and why.
Best Money Tips: Save Money At Work
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to save money at work, how to build passive income streams, and ideas to trim your vacation costs.
Join Our Tweetchat on Thu 3/24, 12pm Pacific for Chance to Win Prizes
Topic: Saving on spring cleaning projects. Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift certificates! Use #WBChat to participate.