Today my friend sent me an article titled "We Have Met the Enemy" by Knight Kiplinger, the Editor in Chief of Kiplinger publications. It is a blunt article pointing out that Americ
I never got a sabbatical. My dad was a college professor, so I knew from a young age what a sabbatical was. I always paid attention whenever one corporation or another would be i
For thirty years, people have treated money funds as being just as safe as a bank. On the rare occasions when money fund management made a bad investment, they've voluntarily coug
Summer isn't over yet, and neither is the summer heat. Keep your cool and your dollars a little longer by stretching your AC's chill as far as it will go.
It looks like we’ve got a little Halloween fever here at Wise Bread. Following on from Andrea’s great story on homemade costumes, I thought I’d add some flavor with homemade Hallow
From saving money to staying on budget, technology has made it easier than ever to stay on top of my personal finances. Here are 3 ways technology has helped me save money and time
As a young adult, I thought I had a firm grasp on being financially responsible. But I never really understood my credit score, or even why it was important to build a good score.
There are a number of books now by people who set out to live a more local, more sustainable life, and wrote a book to document their experiences. Most of them approach the proble
Today we found helpful tips to snag a first-class ticket upgrade, strange and wonderful Captain America collectibles to check out, and ways to resist 21 common retail tricks.
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We Are Our Own Worst Enemy
Today my friend sent me an article titled "We Have Met the Enemy" by Knight Kiplinger, the Editor in Chief of Kiplinger publications. It is a blunt article pointing out that Americ
Ask the Readers: What Was Your Best Experience With Customer Service?
Tell us about your best experience with customer service and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Save on Back-to-School Shopping
Today we found some great articles on saving on back-to-school shopping, eating healthy on the cheap, and getting free moving supplies.
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Favorite Holiday Memory?
Tell us about your favorite holiday memory and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Fund your own sabbatical
I never got a sabbatical. My dad was a college professor, so I knew from a young age what a sabbatical was. I always paid attention whenever one corporation or another would be i
Ask the Readers: What Is Your Best Spring Cleaning Tip?
Tell us your best spring cleaning tip and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Money lost in money fund
For thirty years, people have treated money funds as being just as safe as a bank. On the rare occasions when money fund management made a bad investment, they've voluntarily coug
9 Smart Sources for Wedding Essentials
You might find that some of the most cherished parts of your wedding can be found in unexpected places — and for very little money!
Save Money by "Hypermiling" Your Air Conditioning
Summer isn't over yet, and neither is the summer heat. Keep your cool and your dollars a little longer by stretching your AC's chill as far as it will go.
8 Things a Frugal Woman Should Always Carry
It's a spendy world out there. Before you leave the house, make sure you've got these frugal tools with you.
Blood, gore and hairy warts; a DIY Halloween makeup guide.
It looks like we’ve got a little Halloween fever here at Wise Bread. Following on from Andrea’s great story on homemade costumes, I thought I’d add some flavor with homemade Hallow
3 Ways Technology Makes Personal Finances Easier
From saving money to staying on budget, technology has made it easier than ever to stay on top of my personal finances. Here are 3 ways technology has helped me save money and time
How to Get Back on Track When You're Behind on Your Bills
The bills are punctual, but your payments keep leaving late. Get ahead of your payables by knowing what you owe and making a plan to pay it.
How to Botch Up, Then Peddle Back to Good Credit
As a young adult, I thought I had a firm grasp on being financially responsible. But I never really understood my credit score, or even why it was important to build a good score.
Book review: Farewell, My Subaru
There are a number of books now by people who set out to live a more local, more sustainable life, and wrote a book to document their experiences. Most of them approach the proble
Best Money Tips: How to Upgrade Your Flight to First Class
Today we found helpful tips to snag a first-class ticket upgrade, strange and wonderful Captain America collectibles to check out, and ways to resist 21 common retail tricks.
Best Money Tips: 50 Ways to Make a Fast $50
Today we found some stellar articles on ways to make $50 quickly, what to buy at dollar stores, and finding a job you love that still pays the bills.
A Simple Remedy for the Economic Blues
During these trying times, a little physical activity can go a long way to lifting your spirits, and might even make you smarter.
Landscaping for Energy Conservation
Over time, investing in green landscaping can reduce your heating bills as much as 25 percent and summer cooling bills by 50 percent or more.
2009 Entertainment Book Giveaway
As a special gift to one lucky Wise Bread reader, the publishers of Entertainment.com has given me a 2009 Entertainment Book to give away!