What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
People have a notion that they must amass a certain amount of money, no matter how long it takes, before they can retire. But what if it took you 40 years of work to reach $1 milli
The media covers tragedies like Wal-Mart tramplings, but they've neglected thriving communities on the web who'll stop at nothing to get the deals they're delirious about. We're —
A lot of people think that banks have high security, but the most fortified brick-and-mortar institution in my town is the local Comcast office. This is where you have to go to dro
Lovers of whisky and other spirits can be hard to buy gifts for, especially if you don't share the appreciation. Read on to learn what to give — and why.
Many people have fallen victim to identity theft and credit fraud such that it's become essential for us to keep an eye on our credit. Most of the time, a fraud victim finds out a
Once you hang your “open for business” sign, the hard part begins! Finding clients to pay you for your products or services can be the most challenging aspect of starting and runni
Seeing summer movies is a great way to be entertained and beat the heat. But going to the theater can be crazy pricey — unless you save with these deals.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Ask the Readers: What Personal Finance Apps Do You Use?
Tell us about the personal finance apps that you use and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The Great Coupon Debate
What's the one thing worse than talking about a budget with your spouse? Grocery shopping. I live with a coupon cutter who insists we buy nothing that isn't bought with coupons. Bu
8 Ways to Save on Smartphone Costs While Traveling
A phone's a great — even necessary — travel companion, but the data costs can mount. Extend your trip by cutting the cost of smartphone roaming.
Knowing When to Walk Away: Financial Planning for an Unknown Ending
People have a notion that they must amass a certain amount of money, no matter how long it takes, before they can retire. But what if it took you 40 years of work to reach $1 milli
Deal Fu: Inside the Culture of Obsessed Bargain Hunters, Part I
The media covers tragedies like Wal-Mart tramplings, but they've neglected thriving communities on the web who'll stop at nothing to get the deals they're delirious about. We're —
My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Turn Your Spouse Into a Money Saver
Max is owning her crazy in her journey to save $31K this year. Her husband, Mr. Spendypants, is along for the ride.
Looking at Your Expenses with New Eyes
A lot of people think that banks have high security, but the most fortified brick-and-mortar institution in my town is the local Comcast office. This is where you have to go to dro
10 Things Your Boss Wishes You Knew
Ever wished you knew what was on the boss's mind? Wonder no more.
4 Clever Ways to Control Your Spending -- and One That Will Shock You!
For most of us controlling our spending just takes a little willpower. For others, more shocking modes of behavior modification are required.
The Frugal Living Commencement Speech I'd Give to My Younger Self
If time travel were possible, this is the commencement speech I'd give to my younger self about living frugally.
Great Whisky and Spirit Gifts for Less Than $25
Lovers of whisky and other spirits can be hard to buy gifts for, especially if you don't share the appreciation. Read on to learn what to give — and why.
20+ Healthy Habits That Can Hurt You
A fit and healthy lifestyle is the surest way to avoid harm, right? Not always. Find out what good habits may be bad for you.
5 Things You’re Overpaying For on Your Vacation
Most people are wasting hundreds or even thousands of dollars on these common money traps. Are you?
7 Free and Low Cost Ways To Protect Your Credit
Many people have fallen victim to identity theft and credit fraud such that it's become essential for us to keep an eye on our credit. Most of the time, a fraud victim finds out a
How to Find Freelance Clients - Part One
Once you hang your “open for business” sign, the hard part begins! Finding clients to pay you for your products or services can be the most challenging aspect of starting and runni
7 Ways to Sneak More Exercise Into Your Busy Schedule
You are only a few minutes away from a better, healthier you!
The 5 Best Robotic Mops
Keeping your floors cleaned isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these robotic mops and you'll never have to scrub those floors again.
How to See the Summer's Blockbuster Movies Without Breaking the Bank
Seeing summer movies is a great way to be entertained and beat the heat. But going to the theater can be crazy pricey — unless you save with these deals.
Boost Your Creativity: 9 Surprising Ways to Generate New Ideas
If you need some fresh ideas, find them with these simple tricks that unleash your brain's creative potential.
Want to Master Your Debt? Think Like a Maze Runner
The path to the debt-free life is challenging, but so liberating once you get there. Kind of like a maze!