My job is crazy one week and snail-slow the next. During the slow times, it's easy to get sucked into the web, clicking from one page to the next, waiting for someone to have a fir
Among the Wise Bread community, I get the sense that there's a kind of "pox on both their houses" attitude to the problems in the subprime mortgage markets. People who worked thro
Today we found some fantastic articles on low-budget ways to celebrate Halloween, where to find unique presents for kids, and green ways to save money.
For anything you might buy there are almost limitless choices. For purposes of argument, I'd like to group them into three categories: You can buy the best; you can buy some
Those of you who are old enough may have noticed some worrisome similarities between the economy of the 1970s and the economy today. If so, you're not alone--more than a few p
The truth is that rents sometimes do not cover the monthly costs of owning the rental home, so how is it that these real estate gurus make their money? A lot of people think that i
The Federal Reserve has proposed some new rules to protect people from a list of abusive lending practices. The changes aren't in effect yet, and may not actually go into effect.
I’d like to say that I have taught my kids everything they need to know about personal finance, from the basics of banking to the complexities of investing and portfolio management
The New Year is infamous when it comes to resolutions — not because most people manage to turn over a new leaf but because we declare big goals, work towards them for a few months
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
9 (and a half!) things to do at work when there's no longer work to do (also good for a boring day at home!)
My job is crazy one week and snail-slow the next. During the slow times, it's easy to get sucked into the web, clicking from one page to the next, waiting for someone to have a fir
5 Ways to Grow Your Savings Without a Steady Paycheck
Without a steady paycheck, a savings plan may seem like a pipe dream. But freelancers and part-timers can do it. Here's how.
How the subprime lending boom hurt everybody
Among the Wise Bread community, I get the sense that there's a kind of "pox on both their houses" attitude to the problems in the subprime mortgage markets. People who worked thro
Poem on opting out
A while back I wrote a piece on Opting out of the money economy, a topic I've long been interested in. Because of that long inte
Best Money Tips: Low-Budget Ways to Celebrate Halloween
Today we found some fantastic articles on low-budget ways to celebrate Halloween, where to find unique presents for kids, and green ways to save money.
From Beanie Babies to Baubles: 5 Unconventional Investments
If you're savvy, your unconventional investment can produce an outsize return. But be wary — these also come with a lot of risks.
5 Surprising Ways the Rich Get Richer
The rich get richer. You could get jealous, or you could get inspired to find out how wealthy stay that way, and copy them?
11 Last Minute Gifts for Book Lovers
The holiday clock is ticking, and you've got nothing for the bookworm on your list! Never fear, these bookish presents are sure to please.
Doing without is often better than making do
For anything you might buy there are almost limitless choices. For purposes of argument, I'd like to group them into three categories: You can buy the best; you can buy some
All about stagflation
Those of you who are old enough may have noticed some worrisome similarities between the economy of the 1970s and the economy today. If so, you're not alone--more than a few p
So You Want to be a Landlord? Part II: How Do You Actually Make Money?
The truth is that rents sometimes do not cover the monthly costs of owning the rental home, so how is it that these real estate gurus make their money? A lot of people think that i
Possible protections for credit card holders
The Federal Reserve has proposed some new rules to protect people from a list of abusive lending practices. The changes aren't in effect yet, and may not actually go into effect.
Best Money Tips: Do's and Don'ts of Bulk Buying
Today we found articles on ways to save money by buying in bulk, things that cost more depending on your gender, and career tips for recent grads.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Outdoor Activity?
Tell us about your favorite outdoor activity and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Questions to Ask Before You Sell Your Car
Think you're ready to bid a fond farewell to your hoopty? Hang on — make sure you know what you're selling — and what you're buying.
6 Random Things I Have Taught My Kids About Money
I’d like to say that I have taught my kids everything they need to know about personal finance, from the basics of banking to the complexities of investing and portfolio management
Ask the Readers: Do You Enjoy Gardening?
Tell us whether you enjoy gardening and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 08/15
Today's top deals includes Terminator Anthology and Mad Max Trilogy Blu-ray 50% off, $9.99 board games, 50% off David's Bridal dresses, and more!
Best Money Tips: Frugal Hacks for Your Home
Today we found some stellar articles on frugal hacks for your home, fairly splitting bills, and money questions to ask before getting married.
Get In Gear For The New Year: 5 Tips For Making Resolutions
The New Year is infamous when it comes to resolutions — not because most people manage to turn over a new leaf but because we declare big goals, work towards them for a few months