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Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
Today we found some great articles to help you eat healthy on a tight budget, save money on coffee, and make Halloween costumes that cost next to nothing.
Having given us some good tips on dealing with the rising cost of bread, Myscha asked me to provide a bit of analysis on why bread has become so expensive. Oddly, the reasons behi
I saw an article recently suggesting that neighbors share a garbage service. One neighbor hires the service, the other kicks in to cover half the bill, and both bring their stuff
One of my close friends at work can often be heard saying “man, if only I had the F.U. money.” By that, of course, he means that if he had enough money to not care about losing his
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Mind Control Guru Can Pay With Blank Sheets of Paper
Using the power of your own mind against you is quite a scam and requires little to no set up, no partners, and no real props. See how Derren Brown does it.
Ingenuity: The Ultimate Frugal Skill
At Wise Bread, we talk a lot about frugal skills. But in many ways, there's one skill that trumps them all — ingenuity.
Gold as an investment
There are those who point to the 1980 peak gold price of $850/oz and observe that the price would have to go up to $2149/oz just to get back to that point. I say, take a second lo
Why I Like My Flip Phone: The 5 Smartphone Effects
A smartphone might be a smart financial decision...for some people. One writer shares why he's sticking with his humble flip phone.
Best Money Tips: How to Eat Healthy on a Tight Budget
Today we found some great articles to help you eat healthy on a tight budget, save money on coffee, and make Halloween costumes that cost next to nothing.
8 More Classic Personal Finance Books You Must Read
Shorter days and longer nights mean more time for reading. Why not curl up with a personal finance classic?
How to Take a 7-Day Cross Country Road Trip for $350 or Less
We all want to hit the open road and drive across the country, but costs can add up quickly. Luckily, we found a way to do it for $350 or less.
10 Reasons You Probably Overpaid at the Store
You can be the smartest shopper around and still end up overpaying for everyday things. Here's how you're getting tripped up.
Why is bread so expensive?
Having given us some good tips on dealing with the rising cost of bread, Myscha asked me to provide a bit of analysis on why bread has become so expensive. Oddly, the reasons behi
Investments Worth Making With $50 or Less
When it comes to investment, $50 or less might not seem like a lot of money, but there are plenty of ways to take that sum and watch it grow.
Money Matters: Why All the Secrecy?
As I alluded to in another article, I am amazed at how people will si
16 Hacks for the Perfect At-Home Mani-Pedi
Interested in getting a salon-quality mani/pedi without paying top dollar? Try these at-home mani/pedi hacks.
Reusable Gift Wrapping: The Wrap That Keeps on Giving
Why pay for something that will only be used once and then becomes garbage? Try one of these awesome, reusable wrapping methods instead.
Why don't people share more?
I saw an article recently suggesting that neighbors share a garbage service. One neighbor hires the service, the other kicks in to cover half the bill, and both bring their stuff
Best Money Tips: Fun, Easy Ways to Save Money in December
Today we fun and easy ways to save money in December, how to conserve energy and home, and tips to entertain on a tight budget.
6 Ways to Keep Holiday Spending From Blowing Debt Repayment
The holidays are stressful enough — now add debt to the mix. Here's how to balance them both and exit the holidays on firmer financial footing.
What would you do with the F.U. money?
One of my close friends at work can often be heard saying “man, if only I had the F.U. money.” By that, of course, he means that if he had enough money to not care about losing his
Best Money Tips: Small New Year’s Resolutions for Your Money
Today we found small New Year’s resolutions for your money, cheap ways to make your life happier, and overpriced grocery items to skip.
16 Everyday Things You Shouldn't Be Paying For
If you're still shelling out for any of these 16 commonly free things, you're throwing your money away.