For some time now, we've had good success drawing on the decades from the 1950s through the 1990s for our retro. Some bolder types have even made some use of the 1890s and 1920s--
Where a Stafford Loan or Parent PLUS Loan is available to just about any college student, a Federal Perkins Loan is only available to students who can expect only a minimal level o
Poker's not just about gambling anymore! Interested in investing? Have a lot of poker know-how but not much in the world of finances? Need an excuse to play some more? Read on for
We're subjected to constant barrage of unhelpful advice to the effect that what the economy needs is more spending. (The stimulus program is one piece of this.) It's kind of unde
Consumer scams are a dime a dozen (or in some cases, thousands of dollars a crime). What are the red flags that you should always be on alert for? Can even financially savvy spen
Today we found articles on stupid things we do when we're poor, conversational skills everyone should master, and ways to stretch your summer travel budget.
We've all heard that you should dress for the job you want, not the one you have. But to be a smart shopper, buy for the life you have, not the life you want.
Dental care is one of those big expenses that hits us in the pocketbook when we least expect it. Most people pay at least some of their dental bills out-of-pocket. Some people go i
In today’s economic climate, many people would be grateful to have any kind of salary, but it’s a fact that many teachers and other service professionals have always been strugglin
Whether you're making a conference call for work or catching up with a friend across the country, discover why video chat is the best way to communicate.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Is Your Apple Dangerous? How to Eat Fewer Pesticides (and Save Money)
Fresh fruits and vegetables are good for you...but less so if they're covered in pesticides. Shop smart to reduce your exposure and still save money.
Ask the Readers: Do You Use Coupons?
Tell us whether you use coupons and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Save Money and Water With These 6 Clever Landscaping Hacks
If you've been eyeing your neighbor's perfectly landscaped lawn, try some of these strategies to create a low-cost outdoor oasis.
Best Money Tips: Steps to Finding Financial Improvement
Today we found some great articles on finding financial improvement, the reality of passive income, and lessons we can learn from Candy Crush Saga.
Best Money Tips: How to Retire Early
Today we found some stellar articles on how to retire early, ways to keep your security deposit, and how to get free prescription drugs.
More Rewards, More Benefits: The JetBlue Plus Card
JetBlue flyers will love the new JetBlue Plus Card that offers bigger and better rewards.
How to Manage Debt While Unemployed
Out of work and in the red? Take a deep breath. You can manage both.
Time for some new retro
For some time now, we've had good success drawing on the decades from the 1950s through the 1990s for our retro. Some bolder types have even made some use of the 1890s and 1920s--
Federal Perkins Loans
Where a Stafford Loan or Parent PLUS Loan is available to just about any college student, a Federal Perkins Loan is only available to students who can expect only a minimal level o
How to Take Advantage of Obamacare for Less Financial Risk and More Freedom
The Obamacare exchanges will go live in a few days. Find out how to use the new insurance market to reduce your risk and consider more career choices.
Going All-In: What Texas Hold 'Em Can Teach You About Investing
Poker's not just about gambling anymore! Interested in investing? Have a lot of poker know-how but not much in the world of finances? Need an excuse to play some more? Read on for
Quarterlife Crisis! What is It?
Does something like a quarterlife crisis really exist? Maybe.
A champion of savings over spending
We're subjected to constant barrage of unhelpful advice to the effect that what the economy needs is more spending. (The stimulus program is one piece of this.) It's kind of unde
Scams: What the FTC Wants You to Know
Consumer scams are a dime a dozen (or in some cases, thousands of dollars a crime). What are the red flags that you should always be on alert for? Can even financially savvy spen
Best Money Tips: Stupid Things We Do When We're Poor
Today we found articles on stupid things we do when we're poor, conversational skills everyone should master, and ways to stretch your summer travel budget.
Avoiding Aspirational Spending
We've all heard that you should dress for the job you want, not the one you have. But to be a smart shopper, buy for the life you have, not the life you want.
Avoid Big Dental Bills with Safe and Inexpensive Products
Dental care is one of those big expenses that hits us in the pocketbook when we least expect it. Most people pay at least some of their dental bills out-of-pocket. Some people go i
7 Travel Hacks for an Affordable Summer Road Trip
Before you hit the trail on an epic summer road trip, make sure these smart tips are in your back pocket for a fun and frugal time.
How to Survive (And Perhaps Thrive) On a Teacher's Salary
In today’s economic climate, many people would be grateful to have any kind of salary, but it’s a fact that many teachers and other service professionals have always been strugglin
Hang Up the Phone: Why Video Is the Best Way to Connect With People
Whether you're making a conference call for work or catching up with a friend across the country, discover why video chat is the best way to communicate.