Sometimes you get a windfall--a bonus, an award or reward, a gift, a long-forgotten loan unexpectedly repaid. When that happens to you, do you use the money to make a special purc
I have to admit that while many people in the U.S. talk about “Keeping up with the Joneses”, I spent the first 20 years of my life never knowing what that meant. My rural lifestyl
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
Cable and satellite television subscriptions are expensive. Let's face it – are you really watching 352 channels and listening to 50 music stations via your television each month
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Even with the economy slowly exiting the spectacular nosedive it took last year, many people find themselves with a renewed interest in living simply. However, what that means for
Brrr . . . it's cold outside. If you're at all like me, there's not too much that's worse than being really and truly cold . . . except maybe paying the electric bills.
Fail to reach another goal? Don't beat yourself up about it (that's reason #6), but do use this list to learn why you've failed — and how to do better next time.
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It's all your money
Sometimes you get a windfall--a bonus, an award or reward, a gift, a long-forgotten loan unexpectedly repaid. When that happens to you, do you use the money to make a special purc
Best Money Tips: Frugal Ways to Enjoy Spring
Today we found some awesome articles on frugal was to enjoy spring, how to make your side business a success, and managing financial risk.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Get a Job Quickly
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to get a job quick, upping your LinkedIn game, and tips for finding and using online coupons.
Biggest Money Saving Tip: Move Far Away from the Joneses
I have to admit that while many people in the U.S. talk about “Keeping up with the Joneses”, I spent the first 20 years of my life never knowing what that meant. My rural lifestyl
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Career Goals?
Tell us about your career goals and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
10 Ways to Beat the Sunday Night Blues
The weekend is coming — hooray! Extend it to all the way to Monday morning by making Sunday night all about you and not about the week ahead.
ReFi Shy? How to Determine If Now Is the Time to Refinance
As interest rates head north, homeowners are wondering if the timing is right to refinance. Here's how to find out.
Check your statements
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
Stop Paying For Cable Television But Keep Up With Your Favorite Shows
Cable and satellite television subscriptions are expensive. Let's face it – are you really watching 352 channels and listening to 50 music stations via your television each month
One Simple Thing You Can Do Today to Start Living Frugally
Start living a life more frugal — right now! — with one simple shift in perspective.
The Awesome Art of Getting Great Deals Online
This is a lovely guide to getting the most out of your consumer purchases on the Internet.
My best posts that got no attention
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Simple Living: Determining Your Priorities
Even with the economy slowly exiting the spectacular nosedive it took last year, many people find themselves with a renewed interest in living simply. However, what that means for
7 Ways to Get Warm On the Cheap
Brrr . . . it's cold outside. If you're at all like me, there's not too much that's worse than being really and truly cold . . . except maybe paying the electric bills.
2017 Tax Day Freebies and Discounts
Who knew Tax Day would be filled with freebies and discounts? You do now! Make April 18 a little more fun by hitting up some of these Tax Day offers.
How Everyone Can Cut Cable and Still Watch What They Love — Even Sportsfans
Cutting the cable TV cord is getting easier (for sportsfans now, too). Here's where to find your favorite programming — whatever it may be.
10 Reasons Why You're Not Reaching Your Goals (and How to Change That)
Fail to reach another goal? Don't beat yourself up about it (that's reason #6), but do use this list to learn why you've failed — and how to do better next time.
Your Brain Is Keeping You in Debt (And How to Fix It)
Why can't you chip away at that daunting pile of debt? You might want to blame your brain.
5 Amazing Online Cooking Shows That Teach You All the Skills You Need
Looking to hone your cooking skills? These lively and informative shows will transform your cookery from stale toast to devil's food cake.
9 Ways to Use Miles and Points for Holiday Gifts
Most people use their hard-earned credit card rewards for travel. Here's an idea: Why not give your budget a vacation from holiday shopping?