Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
I don't think much of the "buy low, sell high" model for house purchases. I think a house should be purchased as a place to live, in which case the main questions are whether you
I'm all for taking care of the world around us. Is it possible, however, that we've taken “green” issues at more than their face value? Do we accidentally limit our discernment a
Investors may think they make rational decisions, but for many, emotions and psychology call the shots. Understand your biases to make better decisions.
My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
Severing a conjoined life and combined finances as a result of divorce is painful through and through. The jump to a single income lifestyle paves the way to feeling the cash crunc
The United States has a lot to recommend it, but there's always room for improvement. Let's look abroad for better ways of doing things and and start improving.
Rather than face an untimely layoff, why not join millions of savvy entrepreneurs and start a business of your own? Here’s how someone with no capital can create their own schedule
Today we found some awesome articles on if you should upgrade to the iPhone 5c or 5s, how social media can find you deals, and creating an emergency fund.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
7 Ways to Prepare for Spring Cleaning
Spring will be here soon — why waste the weather cleaning? Get a headstart now and save the brighter days for something better.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Celebrate Valentine's Day on a Budget?
Tell us how you celebrate Valentine's Day on a budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Why Would Anyone Pay Mortgages With Credit Cards?
Today I received an email that advertised a program where you can earn rewards by paying your mortgage with a credit card. There are many reasons why this is a bad idea.
Ask the Readers: Do You Volunteer?
Tell us about your volunteer experience and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Will house prices keep dropping?
I don't think much of the "buy low, sell high" model for house purchases. I think a house should be purchased as a place to live, in which case the main questions are whether you
Identify and Solve Your Spending Mysteries
Where does the money go? If you don't know, that's a problem. Discover how to identify your mystery expenses and get back on budget.
Ask the Readers: What New Skill Do You Want to Learn?
Tell us about a new skill you want to learn and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
4 Reasons Why Green is Good, But Isn't Always Better
I'm all for taking care of the world around us. Is it possible, however, that we've taken “green” issues at more than their face value? Do we accidentally limit our discernment a
Ask the Readers: What Advice Would You Give a College Freshman?
Tell us what advice you would give a college freshman and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Mind-Blowing Life Hacks
Today we found some great articles on mind-blowing life hacks, business ideas for teenagers, and saving money while staying cool.
6 Times We Are Likely to Lie for Money
When are we most likely to tell little white lies (and even some whoppers)? When money's at stake, of course.
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Thanksgiving Traditions?
Tell us about your family traditions and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 08/16
Today's deals include not one but eight free apps!
4 Brain Hacks for Better Investment Decisions
Investors may think they make rational decisions, but for many, emotions and psychology call the shots. Understand your biases to make better decisions.
Book review: Spend 'til The End
My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
Post Divorce Finances: 7 Steps to Rebuilding Your Financial House
Severing a conjoined life and combined finances as a result of divorce is painful through and through. The jump to a single income lifestyle paves the way to feeling the cash crunc
10 Things the United States Should Copy From Other Countries
The United States has a lot to recommend it, but there's always room for improvement. Let's look abroad for better ways of doing things and and start improving.
10 Small Businesses That Are Free or Cost Little to Start Up
Rather than face an untimely layoff, why not join millions of savvy entrepreneurs and start a business of your own? Here’s how someone with no capital can create their own schedule
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 09/06
Today's great deals include Seda Ultra Sharp 5-Piece Ceramic Knife Set, 50% off Lee's Men's Jeans, 70% off Frye Women's Shoes, and more!
Best Money Tips: Should I Upgrade to the iPhone 5c or the 5s?
Today we found some awesome articles on if you should upgrade to the iPhone 5c or 5s, how social media can find you deals, and creating an emergency fund.