Omaha was my home for over 6 years, and while I enjoy living a more rural existence, I still frequent the metro for exciting entertainment options and unique shopping excursions.
You might have thought that the $700 billion bailout bill seemed a bit excessive. You'll be relieved to hear that the bill that the President will sign tonight is worth a mere $800
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of working with military veterans and active duty personnel who anticipate, are in the process, or have already transitioned to th
I’m a big fan of Howcast. Their website is a treasure trove of information, and you can also find their videos on popular sites like Metacafe and YouTube. Sometimes their advice is
The latest news is that unemployment benefits will be extended from 59 weeks to 79 weeks in California with the help of the new Federal stimulus money. The maximum benefit has ris
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Best Money Tips: Secrets to Successful Haggling
Today we found some awesome articles on secrets to successful haggling, tax breaks every mom needs to know about, and making money spring cleaning.
Best Money Tips: Surprising Ways to Use Coca-Cola
Today we found articles on surprising uses for Coca-Cola, how to learn anything in 20 hours, and things that successful people never say.
Miss the Big Sale? Claim Your Savings Anyway
Use these techniques to haggle your way to savings, even if you miss a sale.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Like Most About Your Job?
Tell us what you like most about your job and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
10 Things to Do for Under $5 in the Omaha Metro Area
Omaha was my home for over 6 years, and while I enjoy living a more rural existence, I still frequent the metro for exciting entertainment options and unique shopping excursions.
10 Ways to Beat the Sunday Night Blues
The weekend is coming — hooray! Extend it to all the way to Monday morning by making Sunday night all about you and not about the week ahead.
How a $700 billion bailout became a $800 billion "rescue plan"
You might have thought that the $700 billion bailout bill seemed a bit excessive. You'll be relieved to hear that the bill that the President will sign tonight is worth a mere $800
Check your statements
If a bogus transaction gets posted to your bank account or credit card, you have almost complete protection--just notify the bank that the transaction wasn't authorized and they ha
10 Reasons Why Veterans Make Great Employees
Over the past few years, I have had the privilege of working with military veterans and active duty personnel who anticipate, are in the process, or have already transitioned to th
6 Financial Mistakes We Don't Make Anymore (and 2 We Still Do)
Once burned twice shy applies to personal finance, too. The Great Recession taught many of us to improve our financial ways, mostly for the better.
7 Fool-Proof Ways to Stay Within Your Travel Budget
Costs have a tendency to creep up when we're on the road. Learn to be a savvy spender no matter where the travel bug takes you.
How To Make Your Own Soda, Tidy A Room In Three Minutes, Cure A Hangover And Become A Movie Extra. Phew!
I’m a big fan of Howcast. Their website is a treasure trove of information, and you can also find their videos on popular sites like Metacafe and YouTube. Sometimes their advice is
Do generous unemployment benefits prolong the length of unemployment?
The latest news is that unemployment benefits will be extended from 59 weeks to 79 weeks in California with the help of the new Federal stimulus money. The maximum benefit has ris
Best Money Tips: 10 Ways to Screw Up Your Finances
Today we found articles on easy ways to screw up your finances, how to read more books, and tips for first-time property investors.
7 Unnecessary Household Expenses You Can Cut Today
If your family doesn't examine these 7 common household expenses, you are wasting way too much money.
Best Money Tips: Who to Follow on Twitter to Save on Everything
Today we found articles on who to follow on Twitter for maximum savings, easy Harry Potter DIYs, and bizarre dessert combos that actually work.
Still Without Health Insurance? Here’s How Much the Penalties Will Cost You
Health insurance may feel like a an expense you might just decide to forego, but going without can be a far costlier move.
How to Improve Your Finances Using Social Media
Social media is more than just viral videos and baby pictures — use it to boost your finances, too!
15 Amazing Uses for Baby Powder
Baby powder is not just for babies! Discover how it can do everything from cleaning pets to fixing squeaky floors.
Tricks to Make Flying in Coach Feel (Almost) Luxurious
Flying long distance is rarely comfortable, especially in economy. Improve the experience with these travel secrets.