My family lives a fairly simple lifestyle. We live in a rural area, drive older cars, and rarely go out for dinner. But we also like to enjoy life. Given that we know approximat
If you've got a living situation like most high school and many college students, where you'll continue to have a roof over your head and food to eat even if you don't
Topic: How America Saves for College! Join our conversation with Sallie Mae for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat and #HowAmericaSaves to participate!
Today we found great articles on the household products you’re underusing, mini habits of insanely successful people, and tips to snag a higher salary at your first job.
So your credit card company just called offering you balance protection insurance against job loss, disability, life, or critical illness. The cost will be just pennies, calculated
Today we found free ways to improve your home’s security, seasonal crafts you can make from items in your kitchen and yard, and simple strategies for saving money on food.
You're trying to delight everyone on your Christmas list, and then the guilt sets in. What about those in more need than your family? Here are 10 ways to find money for a donat
A recent study suggests that many workers can't afford a decent place to live. But is truth that we need to change our concept of a good standard of living?
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
3 Unexpected Hurdles You Might Encounter When Applying for Social Security Benefits
Social Security is not always a well-oiled machine. Don't get hung up on these snags when applying for benefits.
Best Money Tips: Enjoy Life's Luxuries Without Breaking The Bank
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips Roundup! [more]
Choosing Between Apples and Oranges
My family lives a fairly simple lifestyle. We live in a rural area, drive older cars, and rarely go out for dinner. But we also like to enjoy life. Given that we know approximat
Pre-career advice
If you've got a living situation like most high school and many college students, where you'll continue to have a roof over your head and food to eat even if you don't
5 Questions to Ask Before Sending Your Child to Private School
Not sure if private school is right for your child? Get the answers to these questions before you decide.
Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 5/24, 12pm PST/3pm EST for a Chance to Win $300 in Prizes!
Topic: How America Saves for College! Join our conversation with Sallie Mae for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat and #HowAmericaSaves to participate!
5 Reasons Cold-Pressed Juice May Not Be All That
Is cold-pressed juice worth the hefty price tag? Or is it just another costly diet fad?
The Cost of Giving Baby a Bad Name
Americans (and many other cultures) have always enjoyed the artistic license of being able to name their children whatever they fancy. When nam
10 Things You Should Never Do During a Job Interview
You've landed an interview — score! Now just don't blow it with one of these major job interview blunders.
Best Money Tips: 31 Household Products You're Underusing
Today we found great articles on the household products you’re underusing, mini habits of insanely successful people, and tips to snag a higher salary at your first job.
Credit Card Insurance? No Thanks.
So your credit card company just called offering you balance protection insurance against job loss, disability, life, or critical illness. The cost will be just pennies, calculated
No, you DON'T need to buy that...
Watch your dollars fly away, or realize how much you really DON'T need...
Money Management in 5 Minutes a Day
Day-to-day money management doesn't need to take a ton of time. Here are some key steps and tools that'll help you create a super-efficient system.
Open Secrets: Surprising Things Your Spending Reveals
Credit card companies, banks, retailers, and insurers may know more about who you are than your parents do. A lot more.
Best Money Tips: Free Ways to Improve Home Security
Today we found free ways to improve your home’s security, seasonal crafts you can make from items in your kitchen and yard, and simple strategies for saving money on food.
How to Find Money for Charity
You're trying to delight everyone on your Christmas list, and then the guilt sets in. What about those in more need than your family? Here are 10 ways to find money for a donat
Best Money Tips: Cheap Substitutions for Pricey Ingredients
Today we found cheap substitutions for pricey ingredients, tips for saving money at the farmers market, and Halloween freebies and deals.
9 Cheap Ways to Lower Your Blood Pressure
Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure. Here's how to reduce yours without increasing pressure on your budget.
What's a Fair Relationship Between Salary and Rent?
A recent study suggests that many workers can't afford a decent place to live. But is truth that we need to change our concept of a good standard of living?
8 Amazing Board Games You Can DIY
If you've grown tired of the same old board games, why not make your very own? Here's how to make eight great ones.