What do you think about stress and spending? Are they closely related? Do you see one causing the other? Or are you in a place where you can manage stress and/or spending indepen
If you are of working age and not independently wealthy through some sort of athletic ability, pop song, technological innovation or government bailout or defense contract, you nee
The culture, the people, the food — city life is great, but it's also expensive. Luckily, these smaller cities offer big city amenities at country prices.
Changes in the economy have pushed more and more people into part-time, temporary, and freelance work, as more and more companies cut back on traditional, long-term, full-time empl
After lodging and airfare, food is the traveler's biggest expense. Cut the cost, eat well, and learn more about your hosts with these travel dining tips.
Are we more employable – and ultimately happy – in our careers if we become proficient at lots of things (i.e. to generalize), or to become really good at one or two things (i.e. t
Currently many homes for sale are owned by banks. These properties are also known as real estate owned or REO and they have gone through the foreclosure process. Some of them are i
Sometimes, life is just hard. There has to be a way to approach difficulty that both gets things done and allows us space to care for ourselves and those around us.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Manage Stress and Spending? (Your Chance to Win $10)
What do you think about stress and spending? Are they closely related? Do you see one causing the other? Or are you in a place where you can manage stress and/or spending indepen
100 Easy Ways to Brighten Someone's Day
It's easy to brighten someone's day. Try some of these 100 ways and maybe your day will be brightened, too.
Best Money Tips: 6 Mistakes That Can KO Your Finances
Today we found articles on mistakes that can knock out your finances, ways to use Airbnb like a pro, and things that incredibly happy people do.
The Law (of) Suits: Insurance for Men
If you are of working age and not independently wealthy through some sort of athletic ability, pop song, technological innovation or government bailout or defense contract, you nee
10 of America's Awesomest Cheap Cities
The culture, the people, the food — city life is great, but it's also expensive. Luckily, these smaller cities offer big city amenities at country prices.
6 Scary Facts About Credit Card Debt
Halloween is coming right up and we've got a real fright — these super scary facts about credit card debt.
Resources for Freelancers
Changes in the economy have pushed more and more people into part-time, temporary, and freelance work, as more and more companies cut back on traditional, long-term, full-time empl
4 Secrets to Eating Great Food for Cheap While Traveling
After lodging and airfare, food is the traveler's biggest expense. Cut the cost, eat well, and learn more about your hosts with these travel dining tips.
Refinance These 4 Common Debts Before Year Ends
Get the jump on your New Year's debt resolution. Refinance these four loans by December 31st!
10 Ways to Get Stronger Bones Without Eating Dairy
Maybe you're avoiding dairy because of the fat or lactose or veganism. Keep your bones fit and strong with these non-dairy bone boosters.
What Every Parent Should Know About the New College Financial Aid Rules
If you have college-aged kids, then you need to know these major FAFSA changes for the 2017–2018 school year.
Is It Better to Specialize or Generalize?
Are we more employable – and ultimately happy – in our careers if we become proficient at lots of things (i.e. to generalize), or to become really good at one or two things (i.e. t
How to Store Herbs to Make Them Last Longer and Taste Better
Herbs too often lose flavor before use, which means wasted herbs and money. Keep your herbs fresher longer with some simple storage tricks.
How to Properly Clean These 14 Kitchen Tools and Appliances — Naturally
You can save money with natural cleaners you can DIY and be kind to the environment — yours and ours. Here's how!
6 Basic Tips for Buying a Bank Owned Home
Currently many homes for sale are owned by banks. These properties are also known as real estate owned or REO and they have gone through the foreclosure process. Some of them are i
6 Ways to Get College Kids Home for the Holidays for Cheap
Your college kid likely wants to hang at home on their much-earned holiday break. Get them back to the nest without going broke.
How to Finish Something Hard
Sometimes, life is just hard. There has to be a way to approach difficulty that both gets things done and allows us space to care for ourselves and those around us.
This Is How You Rent Your Place on Airbnb — and Succeed
A Wise Bread writer and super-successful micro-subletter shares tips and advice on living large on a small hospitality business — and you can too.
6 Smart Ways to Boost Your Social Security Payout Before Retirement
Pave the way for a smart retirement by boosting your Social Security payout first.
Guest Post: Living off Capital
I have a guest post up on The Simple Dollar that talks about Living Off Capital.