With dropping home prices, a long term investment in real estate is looking pretty attractive. Whether you want to buy rental property outright, or renting is your plan B when your
If you're like most investors, those bulky annual reports that arrive on your doorstep are a waste of time and resources. If you want to get the most out of your annual reports,
Reusable shopping bags are growing in popularity, and while they are a super way to save on plastic, they can be pricey for those of us who lug home two full
You can make soy milk, veggie burgers, and tofu at home for literally pennies on the dollar. $1.50 in soy beans can produce 24 meals. It's fun and super nutritious. Learn exactly h
Most people think of computer networks as something that IT guys and the Geek Squad are best equipped to deal with. But did you know that any home with more than one computer or w
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
So You Want to be a Landlord? Part I
With dropping home prices, a long term investment in real estate is looking pretty attractive. Whether you want to buy rental property outright, or renting is your plan B when your
How To Read an Annual Report
If you're like most investors, those bulky annual reports that arrive on your doorstep are a waste of time and resources. If you want to get the most out of your annual reports,
9 Ways to Snag a Bag (For Free!)
Reusable shopping bags are growing in popularity, and while they are a super way to save on plastic, they can be pricey for those of us who lug home two full
How to Negotiate With Confidence and Strike the Best Deal
Intimated by the thought of negotiating? Frazzled by haggling? Here are some tips to help you relax, enjoy the process, and score better deals.
Pretty, Cheap: Makeup Advice for the Frugal
If you're perplexed about makeup and aren't sure what works best for you, you're not alone. Check out these tips to make buying makeup easier.
12 Cheap Home Workout Hacks for People With No Equipment and No Room
No room in the budget for weights, steppers, and resistance bands? Tackle your home workout with these everyday things instead.
The 5 Best Vacuum Sealers
Keeping your food fresh isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these vacuum sealers and keep your food as fresh as can be.
The 5 Best Pressure Cookers
Don't be intimidated by pressure cookers — these easy-to-use kitchen tools can dramatically reduce cooking time.
Ask the Readers: Do You Meal Plan?
Tell us whether you meal plan and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Everything You Need to Know About Frequent Flyer Miles
If you're lost in the confusing world of frequent flyer programs, Find your way with this simple guide to accumulation, management, and redemption.
5 Steps to Take When You Get Sued
If you find yourself the target of a civil lawsuit, don't panic. Understand what you need to do to protect yourself — and your money.
Ask the Readers: Do You Keep a Budget?
Tell us whether you keep a budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Soy Milk, Tofu, and Veggie Burgers for pennies, anyone?
You can make soy milk, veggie burgers, and tofu at home for literally pennies on the dollar. $1.50 in soy beans can produce 24 meals. It's fun and super nutritious. Learn exactly h
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Holiday Dish?
Tell us about your favorite holiday dish and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Garage Triage: Organize Your Garage for Maximum Chore and Storage Efficiency
If your garage is filled with everything but a car, reclaim that space. Get creative, get organized, and transform how you use your garage.
First-Time Home Buyer? Consider These 5 Cities
Some U.S. cities still offer a prime buyers' market for first-timers. Have you considered putting down roots in one of these spots?
How to Make a Crappy Couch Awesome Again
That old couch ain't much to look at and it's worse to sit in, but it doesn't have to be that way. Refresh it with these simple hacks.
What Is Private Mortgage Insurance, Anyway?
That little acronym — PMI — pops up quite a bit for new homeowners. Here's what it is, and how much it may cost you.
Book Review: Network Know-How (Win a Copy!)
Most people think of computer networks as something that IT guys and the Geek Squad are best equipped to deal with. But did you know that any home with more than one computer or w
How to Tell If a Car Service Plan Is Worth It
When the finance writer offers you all those car deal add-ons, "No" is usually the right answer. Here's one you might say "Yes" to.