The message of this book is simple: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." Michael Pollan gives it away right at the start, so I don't feel too bad doing the sam
Marketers price their products at whatever the market will bear. But if one product is sold in two (or more) markets, one version is almost always cheaper.
Are you stuck on the coast paying a big mortgage on a tiny property? Do your kids spend more time with their daycare provider than with you? Do you worry that they've never see
If you’re a Twitter-fiend, a long-time blogger, or you customize PC’s in your spare time, this book is probably too elementary for you. If there’s a special lady in your life who
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,
Buying a new smartphone can be inexpensive if you're willing to extend your contract, but getting a cheap smartphone with no contract extension? That's an art.
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Best Money Tips: 51 Places to Find Coupons
Today we found some great articles on where to find coupons, how to start each workday right, and easy ways to make extra money.
Got Extra Space? Make Money and Meet Travelers With Short-Term Rentals
If you like meeting new people and playing host, offering short-term rentals of your extra space might be an easy and fun source of extra income.
6 Relaxing, Affordable Hot Springs You Can Visit This Fall
If you're looking for a fall getaway that'll keep your soul soothed all through the winter, head to any of these relaxing hot springs in the U.S.
Book review: In Defense of Food
The message of this book is simple: "Eat food. Not too much. Mostly plants." Michael Pollan gives it away right at the start, so I don't feel too bad doing the sam
6 Reasons You're Not as Happy as You'd Like to Be
Stuck in a rut? Here are six reasons you may be feeling blue and ways to pick yourself up, from jolting your routine to clearing away clutter.
Market Clones: How to Pay Drastically Less for Pricey Products
Marketers price their products at whatever the market will bear. But if one product is sold in two (or more) markets, one version is almost always cheaper.
Plumas County: Hidden (Cheaper) California
Are you stuck on the coast paying a big mortgage on a tiny property? Do your kids spend more time with their daycare provider than with you? Do you worry that they've never see
Should You Move to a New City to Reduce Lifestyle Costs?
If high housing costs seem scary in your dream city, consider this — the lifestyle change may be worth the move!
13 Ways to Save Money That Go Too Far
It's smart to cut costs wherever you can, so long as it's prudent. These cost cutters are neither smart nor prudent.
7 Important Things You Should Know About Balance Transfer Cards
If you plan to pay down high interest credit card debt with a new zero-interest card, make sure you understand the potential downsides.
Book Review: How to Be a Geek Goddess (Win a Copy!)
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18 Clever Ways to Reuse Your Plastic Shopping Bags
Plastic bags may no longer be free at your local stores. If you're going to pay for them, make sure you know how to reuse them smartly.
Best Money Tips: Surprising Things You Can Negotiate
Today we found some awesome articles on surprising things you can negotiate, thrifty Thanksgiving side dishes, and maximizing your investment return.
10 Sneaky Vacation Costs That Add Up Quickly
You've booked your ticket. You've packed your bags. You're ready to go. But hang on … some hidden vacation costs are about to spoil your fun.
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,
You Can Guarantee a Win and 9 Other Bizarre Facts About the Lottery
Learn some true facts about everybody's biggest dream — beating the long odds and winning the lottery. (Including how to guarantee a win!)
Careful! Your Credit Card May Be Sharing Your Private Info
You may have asked your credit card company not to share your data. They know an awful lot about you, anyway.
5 Financial Mistakes That Won't Hurt Your Credit Score
It might feel like every little money misstep gets reported to the credit bureaus, but sometimes, you're in the clear (at least with the bureaus).
Buying a New Smartphone Without Extending Your Contract
Buying a new smartphone can be inexpensive if you're willing to extend your contract, but getting a cheap smartphone with no contract extension? That's an art.
12 Reasons You Deserve to Get Fired
Losing a job is never fun and it's rarely easy. That is, it isn't easy unless you're guilty of any of these career derailers.