There was a time, not that long ago, in which Americans would graduate from college, get a job, and stick with that job until retirement. For those of us who can risk a little more
Why do so few people live within walking--or at least bicycling--distance from where they work?
I've asked a lot of people this question and gotten a lot of different answers. Some people want big houses, others big lawns. [more]
Two weeks after my husband had gotten a glowing performance review and his manager sent care packages for all our of our kids, he was told over the phone at a client meeting that h
Depending on how old you are, your mother or grandmother probably had one of these: a pressure cooker. (She probably also had a story of one exploding, which may be why they're n
Even the thought of nausea can make your stomach turn. And frankly, the cost of trying to soothe it can be frightening! 24 tablets can cost you close to $10 at the drug store. If t
Today we found articles on valuable things you can get for free, financial accounts you need for a richer life, and how to do expensive hobbies on a budget.
Bring up class and most people start to get touchy. Unfortunately, it's an unavoidable reality when traveling. Different groups of travelers define themselves and others by cla
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
What Does Your Personal Guarantee On a Business Credit Card Mean?
A credit card for your small business can be a great way to manage expenses (and earn rewards). There's just one catch.
Best Money Tips: 9 Money-Saving Food Hacks
Today we found some great articles on food hacks that can save you money, healthy habits that make you feel amazing, and tips to nail any interview.
8 Good Reasons to Become a Contractor
There was a time, not that long ago, in which Americans would graduate from college, get a job, and stick with that job until retirement. For those of us who can risk a little more
7 Types of People Who Will Help Grow Your Career
Some people help your career flourish. You just have to know who they are and where to find them.
Dangerous neighborhoods are safer than commuting
Why do so few people live within walking--or at least bicycling--distance from where they work? I've asked a lot of people this question and gotten a lot of different answers. Some people want big houses, others big lawns. [more]
Live Like There's No Tomorrow
Two weeks after my husband had gotten a glowing performance review and his manager sent care packages for all our of our kids, he was told over the phone at a client meeting that h
Great Financial Gifts for Children
Financial management is one of the most important lessons you can teach children — start early with these great (and fun!) financial gifts for kids.
Save time, money, energy, and eat great
Depending on how old you are, your mother or grandmother probably had one of these: a pressure cooker. (She probably also had a story of one exploding, which may be why they're n
5 Easy Things Science Says You Should Do for Your Family
Make the most of precious time with your family. Science says these five habits will make you closer and stronger than ever.
How to Entertain Your Grandkids Without Going Broke
Keeping the grandkids entertained doesn't require the latest game system and a bucket of cash. You can do it for next to nothing… and they'll love it.
3 Reasons the Fed Is Keeping Rates Low (And What It Means for You)
Interest rates are STILL at the historic lows they've been since 2008. Here's why the Federal Reserve is keeping them that way — for now.
11 Cool Jobs for Outdoorsy Types
If sitting behind a desk makes you cringe, these outdoor jobs might be perfect for you.
Nausea Be Gone (For Less)!!
Even the thought of nausea can make your stomach turn. And frankly, the cost of trying to soothe it can be frightening! 24 tablets can cost you close to $10 at the drug store. If t
Best Money Tips: 70 Useful Things You Can Get For Free
Today we found articles on valuable things you can get for free, financial accounts you need for a richer life, and how to do expensive hobbies on a budget.
Start Saving More With This One, Simple Tool
If you're struggling to get by paycheck to paycheck, a spending book will help track where your money is going — and where you can start saving.
5 Signs It's Time to Find a New Bank
Poor service, endless fees, inconvenient locations… Why put up with it when you can go elsewhere for banking services?
Travel Planning With Class
Bring up class and most people start to get touchy. Unfortunately, it's an unavoidable reality when traveling. Different groups of travelers define themselves and others by cla
How to Pay Down $100 Worth of Debt This Week
With some creativity and effort, you can boost your bottom line quickly to pay down a small debt or save something extra.
9 Ways Money Does Buy Happiness
Money can't buy happiness? Maybe you just don't know where to shop.
Wal-Mart Celebrates Its Own Green Efforts with Free Reusable Shopping Bags
Wal-Mart gets its fair share of negative press. However, a recent article in the new National Geographic’s Green Guide magazine really had me t