Hotels have followed the airlines into the business of fee inflation. Here are the fees to look for before you book — and how to avoid them once you arrive.
If you’re like me, you’re a bit weary of cookbooks promising fabulous meals for under $2-3 bucks per person. They seem to be a remix of the same thing (ground beef, perhaps?) and m
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Losing your passport (or having it stolen) while you're traveling can be a costly disaster to contend with. Here are ways to reduce the chances of your passport going missing, and
Life without a microwave might seem prehistoric, but it's easy. Learn how you can depend less on nuking your food and avoid another cumbersome kitchen appliance.
From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.
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Is Your Hotel Hiding These 5 Fees in Your Bill?
Hotels have followed the airlines into the business of fee inflation. Here are the fees to look for before you book — and how to avoid them once you arrive.
10 Habits of Financially Happy People
What's the secret to financial happiness? If you answered "More Money," guess again.
Eat Well, Save Big Cookbook (Review and Giveaway!)
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Everybody's Wrong About How Much House You Can Afford
Owning too much house often leads to your house owning you. Avoid becoming house poor with a radical approach to housing costs.
5 After the Holidays Moves Your Credit Score Will Thank You For
If the holidays put a hurting on your budget, there's no need to panic. These post-December moves will keep your credit in tip-top shape.
Travel and Money: Passport Carrying Tips
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Wise Bread Reloaded: Back to Back to School
Wise Bread reaches back into the archives to help you and your family navigate back-to-school.
12 Things You Need to Stop Doing Today to Be a Better Friend
What do we value most in life? Family and friends. Keep and strengthen those precious bonds by avoiding these common relationship-busters.
6 Nervous Tics You Need to Stop Right Now
It's okay to feel nervous sometimes, but if your tension looks like this, it's time to do something about it.
Bookmark This: How Much to Tip in Almost Every Situation
Tipping is tricky. Here are some easy to remember guidelines to take the guesswork out of it.
6 Pet Expenses You Should Never Skip
Pet care can be expensive, but there are certain pet care costs that you can't afford to skip.
Life Without a Microwave
Life without a microwave might seem prehistoric, but it's easy. Learn how you can depend less on nuking your food and avoid another cumbersome kitchen appliance.
The Psychology of Free, and Its Power Over You
From Craigslist to grocery samples, free stuff is everywhere. Understand how marketers use "free," the psychology behind it, and how it affects your habits.
Follow These 5 Steps to Full Health Care Coverage in Retirement
Are you factoring medical costs into your retirement planning? You should be — here's how to avoid a health care shortage in your golden years.
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.
5 Easy Ways to Make Extra Money Blogging
You've got a website, an audience, and a passion — but how, exactly, do you monetize that blog? It's easier than you think.
5 Ways to Save Money on New Flooring
Whether you want plush carpet or gleaming hardwood, you can get high-quality flooring without paying crazy prices — just follow these suggestions.
31 Delicious Ways to Enjoy Your Summer Veggies
Enjoy summer's bountiful veggies with these fresh, simple, and delicious recipes. Invite a crowd and share your harvest!
How to Save Money on Flights Using Fare Alerts
Looking to save even more money on flights? Fare alerts are here to save the day.