"Barter." We hear that word a lot these days. Do a Google-search and you'll be deluged with websites on the subject. But what exactly is barter, why is barter seeing a huge resurg
I am sure you have encountered a store or gas station that has a set of prices for cash customers and a set of prices for credit card customers. Usually the credit card customer h
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
Ever feel like success is reserved for those with sharp elbows — and sharper tongues? Consider these reasons why being nice person will help you come out first.
The hottest toy of this holiday season is a little electronic hamster named the Zhu Zhu Pet. The $9.99 toy is this season's Tickle Me Elmo and parents are lining up early to snatch
The truth is that the economy, just like a most other things in life, simply can’t be measured in straight line gains and losses. The economy is so much more than a line g
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Barter Explained: Why It's Wise to Barter
"Barter." We hear that word a lot these days. Do a Google-search and you'll be deluged with websites on the subject. But what exactly is barter, why is barter seeing a huge resurg
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Pet Expenses
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money on pet expenses, cutting the cable cord, and saving for a down payment on a house.
7 Money Lessons I Learned From Martial Arts
Deep money lessons can be found in the most unlikely places — even the dojo.
Mortgage Application Declined? Here’s How to Respond
If your mortgage application was declined, there's still hope! Take these five simple steps to get back on track.
Would you get rid of credit cards if stores give more discounts to customers who pay cash ?
I am sure you have encountered a store or gas station that has a set of prices for cash customers and a set of prices for credit card customers. Usually the credit card customer h
17 Creative Things to Do with Phone Books
More than half a BILLION phone books are printed and distributed every year in the U.S., which is nearly two books for every American. That consumes about 19 million trees. Here
10 Ways Nice People Can Get Ahead
Ever feel like success is reserved for those with sharp elbows — and sharper tongues? Consider these reasons why being nice person will help you come out first.
14 Unexpected Uses for Sugar
You can do a lot more with a sack of sugar than sweeten your tea and bake some cookies. Read on to learn 14 other ways sugar can enrich your life.
3 Steps to Building a Financial Safety Net From “The Economy of You”
These days, financial security means having more than one source of income. Learn how to develop yours with advice from this great new book.
The 10 Coolest Things That Come in a Can
Canned corn, ho-hum. But canned Unicorn? Yep, there's that and lots more hiding in the humble can these days.
Why Your Personal Savings Rate Matters
Banks and other big financial players measure and track lots of data about their performance. Here's one you should start tracking, too.
Are Zhu Zhu Pets and Other Popular Toys Dangerously Toxic?
The hottest toy of this holiday season is a little electronic hamster named the Zhu Zhu Pet. The $9.99 toy is this season's Tickle Me Elmo and parents are lining up early to snatch
10 Things You'll Waste Money on This Thanksgiving
One spendy holiday down, and three more to come. Plan ahead and you won't be sending money home in doggy bags this Thanksgiving.
5 New Income Streams Anyone Can Create
If your spending is a river, you may need additional income streams to keep it flowing. Here are five easy ways to make or save more money.
4 New Year's Resolutions Your Pet Wants You to Make
Fluffy and Fido are really, really hoping you'll keep these New Year's resolutions. Even better — they're good for you, too.
Best Money Tips: 9 New Uses for your Old iPhone
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we give you 9 ways to upgrade your old ip
What's in Store for the Economy?
The truth is that the economy, just like a most other things in life, simply can’t be measured in straight line gains and losses. The economy is so much more than a line g
Life After Debt: What's Next?
You've worked hard, scrimped, saved and paid off all your debt. Now that you are finally debt free, what ARE you going to do?
Best Money Tips: How to Order from a Taco Truck
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The 7 Dumbest Big Purchases People Make
Remember when 3D TVs were all the rage? Sometimes even smart people make bad purchasing decisions. Consider that and six other doozies.