Today we found some great articles on things we can do to support a local food system, quick tips to save money this summer, and where to find $400 in a jiffy.
Last night's MegaMillions drawing was for $370 million dollars. They say that money doesn't buy happiness, but I've got enough happiness right now. So I could totally use $370 million for, say, shoes.
Did I say 'shoes'? [more]
Cinematical has just reported that Peaceful Warrior, a film by Victor Salva and starring Nick Nolte, is going to be involved in an almost $15 million ticket giveaway. [more]
Frugal experts champion certain vacations as great ways to save, but these trips are not one-size-fits-all fun. Avoid these pitfalls on your next vacation.
This is the third in a three-part series about bottled water. To read the first installment, click here. To read the second installment, click here.
We’ve talked a bit about bottled water. [more]
United's MileagePlus program offers award flights on a wide variety of partner airlines, and there are plenty of ways to stretch those miles even further.
Most of us consider free snacks and extra legroom great airline extras. From private jets to Porsches, find out what the elite get instead of a bag of peanuts.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
The Inanity of my Humanity (and why I choose to share it on Wisebread)
What do David Beckham and grump callers from The Chronicle have in common? Teaching us to live life frugally, of course.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Support Your Local Food System
Today we found some great articles on things we can do to support a local food system, quick tips to save money this summer, and where to find $400 in a jiffy.
How to Divide Rewards and Keep Your Sanity in Divorce
Heading toward divorce with a huge stash of points and miles? Yep, those are negotiable, too.
MegaMillions - Mo' Money Mo' Problems?
Last night's MegaMillions drawing was for $370 million dollars. They say that money doesn't buy happiness, but I've got enough happiness right now. So I could totally use $370 million for, say, shoes. Did I say 'shoes'? [more]
Best Money Tips: Buy Organic on a Budget
Today we found some awesome articles on ways to buy organic produce and meat on a budget, recovering from debt, and reasons to use a travel agent.
FREE movie tickets to Peaceful Warrior
Cinematical has just reported that Peaceful Warrior, a film by Victor Salva and starring Nick Nolte, is going to be involved in an almost $15 million ticket giveaway. [more]
Fun, Frugal Vacations: What the Experts Fail to Mention
Frugal experts champion certain vacations as great ways to save, but these trips are not one-size-fits-all fun. Avoid these pitfalls on your next vacation.
The Zeigarnik Effect and 7 Other Ways to Beat the Housekeeping Blahs
It's Wednesday and the novelty of keeping the place ship-shape has long since worn off. Stay motivated with a few tidy ways to fight chore fatigue.
Money Metaphors (You wouldn't punch a kitten, would you?)
Equating my money, emotionally, with something that I find dear and worthy of protection, may force me to treat my money with the respect it deserves.
Best Money Tips: 7 Common Cleaning Mistakes
Today we found some great articles on cleaning mistakes that almost everyone makes, tips for gym newbies, and money saving mistakes to avoid.
Bottled Water, Bottled Hype Part 3
This is the third in a three-part series about bottled water. To read the first installment, click here. To read the second installment, click here. We’ve talked a bit about bottled water. [more]
When Avoiding Debt Is the Losing Strategy
It's almost always a good idea to stay out of debt. But sometimes, refusing to take on debt could hurt you in the long run.
2-Minute Guide: How to Use Balance Transfers to Pay Off Credit Card Debt
Balance transfers can help you out of debt in a hurry. Here's how to use them to clear that credit card debt.
5 Surprises When Downsizing to a Condo
Condo living is a common way to downsize. But for homeowners making the leap, it comes with a few surprises you may not expect.
The Parable of The Flat-Screen TV
A carefully considered purchase is a wise purchase. On the other end of the spectrum? Meet Dan and his not-so-new flat-screen TV.
How to Get More Value From United Airlines Miles
United's MileagePlus program offers award flights on a wide variety of partner airlines, and there are plenty of ways to stretch those miles even further.
The end of the Energizer bunny: SIX products that don't need batteries.
Since I became a father, my household's battery consumption has quadrupled. [more]
7 Self-Care Rituals for the Newly Retired
Your Golden Years are finally here! Now that you're done working, make sure you leave enough time in your day for self-care.
The 11 Craziest Elite Airline Perks
Most of us consider free snacks and extra legroom great airline extras. From private jets to Porsches, find out what the elite get instead of a bag of peanuts.
5 School Lunches That Will Make Your Kid Smarter
Skip the sugary snacks and soft drinks. Give your kids a mid-day brain boost with these nutritious — and delicious — school lunches.