Budgets tend to focus on needs--food, shelter, heat, light, transportation, and (of course) taxes. They also provide for wants, but generally the smaller, shorter-term wants--cabl
Whatever holidays you celebrate in November, December, and January, they're over now. We spend November and December gearing up, getting ready, anticipating days off from work, tra
The latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans identified a handful of vitamins and minerals Americans weren't getting enough of. What are these seven nutrients, exactly?
Whether you're reaching for a new goal, acquiring a new skill, or turning over a new leaf, a mantra can help you stay on track. Read on to find one that works for you.
Today we found some stellar articles on dealing with being in your 20s, things every high school grad should know about money, and using coupons with food stamps.
It's easy to get sucked into the whole drama of wondering what everyone you work with makes and how you stack up with them. But there's a delicate balance between making sure you'r
For those of us in our 20s, managing our finances is stressful enough, and saving for retirement can seem impossible. But you CAN make it happen — here's how.
Today's deals include 50% off Crock Pot Programmable Slow Cooker, 50% off Women's Leather/Faux Leather Jackets, 48% Off Brother Sew Advance Sewing Machine, and more!
When a full-sized processor seems like overkill, you can count on a food chopper to get the job done. These picks balance price and function for a cutting-edge kitchen tool.
The stock market has experienced an unbelievable slump from a high of around 14,000 in the Dow Jones index sometime in 2007 all the way down to 8,000 last I checked. So as an inves
When we make big purchases or large financial commitments -- a car, a home, college tuition -- at some point in that process, we actually have to sit down. Why don't do we do that
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Plan for your wants
Budgets tend to focus on needs--food, shelter, heat, light, transportation, and (of course) taxes. They also provide for wants, but generally the smaller, shorter-term wants--cabl
Back to Reality: Coming Down after the Holidays
Whatever holidays you celebrate in November, December, and January, they're over now. We spend November and December gearing up, getting ready, anticipating days off from work, tra
Never Borrow Money for These 5 Buys
You really, really want it... and oh, that credit offer just looks so tempting! But be forewarned — you'll regret it if you buy it.
7 Nutrients You Need More Of
The latest Dietary Guidelines for Americans identified a handful of vitamins and minerals Americans weren't getting enough of. What are these seven nutrients, exactly?
10 Mantras That Will Transform Your Life
Whether you're reaching for a new goal, acquiring a new skill, or turning over a new leaf, a mantra can help you stay on track. Read on to find one that works for you.
Is Student Loan Debt as Bad as It Seems?
Student loan debt is clearly a major financial burden for recent grads, but is it as bad as other kinds of debt?
Best Money Tips: Deal With the Hardest Parts of Being in Your 20s
Today we found some stellar articles on dealing with being in your 20s, things every high school grad should know about money, and using coupons with food stamps.
The Psychology of Salaries: Do You Want to Know How Much Your Coworkers Make?
It's easy to get sucked into the whole drama of wondering what everyone you work with makes and how you stack up with them. But there's a delicate balance between making sure you'r
Retirement Planning If You’re Under 30
For those of us in our 20s, managing our finances is stressful enough, and saving for retirement can seem impossible. But you CAN make it happen — here's how.
Are you a telecommuter paying commuter rates for auto insurance?
A couple of things to ask your insurance agent that might save you a good deal off of your car insurance.
5 Best Amazon Deals for Tuesday 11/19
Today's deals include 50% off Crock Pot Programmable Slow Cooker, 50% off Women's Leather/Faux Leather Jackets, 48% Off Brother Sew Advance Sewing Machine, and more!
8 Totally Free Things You Can Sell on eBay
Odds are, you probably have one or more of these totally free items hanging around your house (or backyard). They can fetch a profit on eBay!
The 5 Best Food Choppers
When a full-sized processor seems like overkill, you can count on a food chopper to get the job done. These picks balance price and function for a cutting-edge kitchen tool.
10 Healthy Ways to Have Ice Cream for Breakfast
Yes, you can eat ice cream for breakfast, and not feel guilty!
13 Things IT People Wish You Knew About Computers
We asked IT pros for some simple tips to take some of the mystery and frustration out of computer problems.
Survive The Bear Market: 10 Steps To Ride The Downturn
The stock market has experienced an unbelievable slump from a high of around 14,000 in the Dow Jones index sometime in 2007 all the way down to 8,000 last I checked. So as an inves
Ask the Readers: How Do You Keep Warm on a Budget?
Tell us how you keep warm on a budget and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Why Millennials Should Embrace Credit Cards
Millennials are super wary of debt — and credit cards. But embracing plastic responsibly is an important adult skill.
7 Ways to Protect Yourself From Theft While Traveling
Vacation is meant to be relaxing. Don't let thieves spoil it!
I Won't Eat or Spend While Standing Up
When we make big purchases or large financial commitments -- a car, a home, college tuition -- at some point in that process, we actually have to sit down. Why don't do we do that