As the economic crisis deepens, I'm seeing more people beginning to challenge the conventional wisdom espoused in personal finance. Given how financially difficult things have bec
I stumbled upon a website last week that gave me that feeling of being a hungry kid in a free candy store. The site offers amazing discounts on thousands of gadgets, and free shipp
I recently had my first garage sale ever as an adult. It was a wild success, if I do say so myself. How’d I do it? Here are some things I did that might be helpful when you plan yo
The rich are different — they have more thoughts about money. Learn what some of the wealthiest understand about money and borrow their wisdom — interest free.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
6 Reasons Why Financial Planning Isn't Just for the Wealthy
Financial planning doesn't care how much money you make. You still need to do it.
How to complain and get a good result.
When you're on the receiving end of a poor product or service, you're entitled to complain. Here's how to do it.
8 Reasons You're Bad at Money — And How to Fix It ASAP
Bad money habits are hard to break — but you can do it. It's time to ditch the excuses and fix your finances.
How to Avoid International Baggage Fees
New Basic Economy fares don't usually include free checked bags. Learn how to get you and your stuff where you're going without paying extra.
Perfect Peanut Sauce
Shake up your usual vegan fare with these kick-ass peanut sauces!
6 Ways to Get Financially Fit for Homebuying Season
Ready to take the plunge on your dream home? Before you hit the housing market, do a little financial fine-tuning of your own.
30+ Cash Back Sites to Earn You Thousands Per Year
Cash back sites and apps let you save and even earn cash in unique ways. Try one of these sites on your next shopping trip!
Are Starter Homes Still a Thing?
Starter homes used to be the norm. But in today's housing market, you might not need those homeowner training wheels.
Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool
If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Best Travel Planning Tips?
Tell us your best travel planning tips and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
How The Economic Crisis Challenges Our Financial Beliefs
As the economic crisis deepens, I'm seeing more people beginning to challenge the conventional wisdom espoused in personal finance. Given how financially difficult things have bec
9 Ways Life Is Wonderful When You're a Good Driver
You may be surprised to know that good driving skills make your life better in many ways.
Why We're So Materialistic (Even Though We Know It's Dumb)
Getting control of our spending and our finances would be a lot easier if we weren't so materialistic. So why are we?
When They Say Extreme Deals, They’re Not Kidding!
I stumbled upon a website last week that gave me that feeling of being a hungry kid in a free candy store. The site offers amazing discounts on thousands of gadgets, and free shipp
How to Have a Successful Garage Sale
I recently had my first garage sale ever as an adult. It was a wild success, if I do say so myself. How’d I do it? Here are some things I did that might be helpful when you plan yo
Why Saving Too Much Money for a College Fund Is a Bad Idea
It's no secret that college is costly, but stashing too much cash for your kid's education can be a not-so-great move for your financial security.
Are You Paying These 6 Unfair Banking Fees?
Fees here, fees there, banking fees everywhere. Cut the expense of banking and other financial services by shopping smart and choosing fee-free.
10 Critical Steps to Protect Your Data in the Cloud
Cloud backup services are easy to use — and easy to hack, it seems. Protect your personal data from prying eyes.
5 Money Truths the Rich Live By (and You Should Too)
The rich are different — they have more thoughts about money. Learn what some of the wealthiest understand about money and borrow their wisdom — interest free.
How to Find and Hire a Reliable Contractor
Nothing's more scary for homeowners than the prospect of hiring the wrong contractor. Here's how to hire the right one.