Today we found articles on items to avoid at the dollar store, travel mistakes to stop making when you hit 30, and bathroom hacks that will simplify your life.
Eliminating Debt Painlessly. Rarely do you see these words fit together in a neat little sentence. The very act of putting your hard earned money towards the stack of debts you've
If your spices don't have the smell and taste you expect, they might be old. They might also be fake. These are the likeliest impostors in your spice rack.
Preventing a collapse of the financial system is part of preventing a depression. However, the shorthand term for this--getting the banks able and willing to lend--is misleading.
This article has its roots in an article I wrote some time ago that used the terms wage slave and debt peonage—terms that some people objected to. Those making free choices aren't
Starting a business can easily become a money pit. So for those of you thinking about launching a new venture, what financing options do you have? Well, there's the possibility
We all agree that a buck has value, it is also a bit vulnerable when not hidden properly. Forget the $3000 hi-tech safe, and stick with these affordable tricks I picked up. Yo
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5 Savings Tricks You Haven't Tried Yet
If saving was easy, we'd all be saving more. Try one or more of these savings strategies and see if the habit doesn't finally stick.
Best Money Tips: Things to Avoid at the Dollar Store
Today we found articles on items to avoid at the dollar store, travel mistakes to stop making when you hit 30, and bathroom hacks that will simplify your life.
How to Deal With a Rude Neighbor
Your neighbors can make a great community — or they can make a great community unpleasant. Learn how to deal with not-so-friendly folks.
6 Steps to Eliminating Your Debt Painlessly
Eliminating Debt Painlessly. Rarely do you see these words fit together in a neat little sentence. The very act of putting your hard earned money towards the stack of debts you've
Are Your Spices Fake?
If your spices don't have the smell and taste you expect, they might be old. They might also be fake. These are the likeliest impostors in your spice rack.
Ask the Readers: What Would You Do With a Million Dollars?
Tell us what you would do with a million dollars and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Another path to recovery: higher incomes
Preventing a collapse of the financial system is part of preventing a depression. However, the shorthand term for this--getting the banks able and willing to lend--is misleading.
Wage slave, debt slave
This article has its roots in an article I wrote some time ago that used the terms wage slave and debt peonage—terms that some people objected to. Those making free choices aren't
18 Things People With Good Social Skills Never Do
Good etiquette is one thing, but if you can add these elements to your polite routine, you'll be the friendlier, more likeable, more memorable you.
How to Deal When You Hate Your New Job
There's just one little problem with your new gig — you hate it. Deep breaths. Here's what you need to do.
Baby Carrots: The Frugal Idea That Isn't
Think baby carrots are a convenient, cheap snack food? Well, you're right. But baby carrots are, by and large, more expensive than regular carrots.
How to Talk to Your Teen About Student Loans
Student loans are a big deal, so make sure your teen knows all the facts before college.
10 Weird Types of Insurance You Didn't Even Know About
Held for ransom? Killed someone via laughter? Lost a valuable body part? There's an insurance coverage policy for that.
Can't Get A Bank Loan? 8 Other Ways To Finance Your Business
Starting a business can easily become a money pit. So for those of you thinking about launching a new venture, what financing options do you have? Well, there's the possibility
6 Outdoor Adventures That Don't Cost a Dime
When the weather finally clears, shake off cabin fever with this collection of cheap, or even free outdoor adventures.
Our Obsession to Clean is Making Us Trashy
I hate to clean just as much as the next person, so many of the new products on the market can be helpful to my daily routine. Others, however,
How to Pick the Best Home Offer
It can be tricky sifting through multiple home offers and selecting the best one. This guide will help you do that.
SaveUp Giving Away $1000 to Wise Bread Readers
To enter simply tell us what motivates you to save.
The Best and Worst Places to Stash Cash in Your Home
We all agree that a buck has value, it is also a bit vulnerable when not hidden properly. Forget the $3000 hi-tech safe, and stick with these affordable tricks I picked up. Yo
10 Things to Look for Every Time You Visit a Thrift Store
Like finding awesome stuff at great prices? Make the most of your thrift-store trips by always keeping an eye out for these items.