There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
There are some guiding principles to arranging your own wealth. Ten, in fact. Ten important "tenets" to keep you grounded and on track as you begin the "arranging your rich" proces
If you're like most of us, you've lost your New Year's resolve to exercise more. Here are 10 ways to rekindle your motivation and restart your health kick.
Today we found some great articles on signs you may be a shopaholic, making your life easier by snapping a photo, and planning for worst-case scenarios.
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
Children are blessings, but raising them from birth to young adulthood can be expensive. Follow these tips to spend wisely and save money at every age.
Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
Some consider participating in the stock market as a form of gambling. While I agree that not everyone should be risking their money in certain investments, I believe that by takin
When it comes to erasing debt, you've got options. You can do it yourself, go to a credit counselor, try debt settlement or go for the nuclear bomb of debt destruction: bankruptcy.
Even if you aren't planning on marrying rich, the hidden biases that affect relationships can also impact finances. Learn what blind spots you should watch for.
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Gold as an investment
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
The core rate is not an evil conspiracy
The Consumer Price Index was released today, showing prices were up 0.3% last month and up 2.8% from a year ago. The same report also includes the so-called core rate, which exclu
Money Matters: Why All the Secrecy?
As I alluded to in another article, I am amazed at how people will si
Wise Bread's Guide to Valentine's Day
From great gifts to delicious food to frugal date ideas, discover Wise Bread's favorite ways to celebrate romance.
Ten Tenets for "Arranging Your Rich" - Part 1: Rich is Relative
There are some guiding principles to arranging your own wealth. Ten, in fact. Ten important "tenets" to keep you grounded and on track as you begin the "arranging your rich" proces
10 Ways to Revive Your Resolution to Exercise
If you're like most of us, you've lost your New Year's resolve to exercise more. Here are 10 ways to rekindle your motivation and restart your health kick.
Best Money Tips: Signs You May Be a Shopaholic
Today we found some great articles on signs you may be a shopaholic, making your life easier by snapping a photo, and planning for worst-case scenarios.
For the Love of Ramen: An Interview with Ed from RamenRamenRamen.net
When I brainstorm for cheap eats I often think of packets of ramen. Today I had the pleasure of interviewing Ed from rame
Best Money Tips: Alternative Uses for Household Items
Today we found some great articles on alternative uses for household items, things to consider when choosing health insurance, and principles to increasing your net worth.
7 Money Mistakes Everyone Makes When Buying Their First Car
Before you drive off in the first shiny set of wheels that catches your eye, stop to think — are you making these naive money mistakes?
From 0 to 18: Frugal Tips for Every Year of Your Child’s Life
Children are blessings, but raising them from birth to young adulthood can be expensive. Follow these tips to spend wisely and save money at every age.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money During the Holidays?
Tell us how you save money during to holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Financial Peace in Hard Times
Six months ago, I had plans. Lots of them. Career plans. Vacation plans. Financial plans. Then everything fell apart. My mother became ill. She had already been ill, having been di
How To Avoid Gambling Away Your Investments
Some consider participating in the stock market as a form of gambling. While I agree that not everyone should be risking their money in certain investments, I believe that by takin
5 Financial Moves You Should Make Five Years Before Retirement
With retirement just five years away, you can't afford not to make these smart financial moves.
How to Balance Saving for Retirement, Emergency Fund, and Paying Off Debt
Funding the personal finance Big Three — debt repayment, retirement, and emergency cash — is possible if you follow a balanced plan, like this one.
Real Estate Agents: Do We Really Need Them?
With all the tools and information available to home buyers, are real-estate agents and their commissions really that necessary?
How You Know When It's Time For Bankruptcy
When it comes to erasing debt, you've got options. You can do it yourself, go to a credit counselor, try debt settlement or go for the nuclear bomb of debt destruction: bankruptcy.
4 Ways Your Brain Screws Up Your Money AND Your Love Life
Even if you aren't planning on marrying rich, the hidden biases that affect relationships can also impact finances. Learn what blind spots you should watch for.
Throw a Swap Meet Party
Want to shop with your friends and neighbors without spending a dime? Throw a Swap Meet Party.