I heard about lock bumping last month from a friend. I figured it was all just a bunch of hokum. But I checked it out. It's not a myth, it's not an urban legend. Crooks can make a generic key to open any lock, including yours. And it's easy. [more]
I used to be a slovenly brute. OK, not so much slovenly as... average. My morning routine including a shave, shower, and deodorant. I figured that was all a guy had to do to look good. [more]
My friends at Itchmo, Ben and Emily Huh, recently reminded me that Petsmart offers a complimentary day of doggie day camp at participating locations.
Need a day off from your fun-loving dogs? [more]
Today we found articles on how to choose the right fixer-upper, tips to start a vegetable and herb garden, and cities where you can live abroad in luxury.
Today we found some great articles on smart ways to save on dining out, how to make the most of your spare change, and why it might be time to stop couponing.
I have spent a good portion of my young life being poor. Growing up on a small family farm during the agriculture crises in the 80’s gave me perspective on what poverty really mean
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
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
What Is Your Net Worth?
Unlike the external indicators of wealth we all tend to recognize, net worth is a true indicator of where you stand financially. Find out yours.
Cheap Condoms: Spread the Love, and Only the Love
Protect yourself and your sweetheart this Valentine's Day. Here's where to find condoms for next to nothing.
9 Little Ways to Boost Your Savings Account Every Day
Building your savings doesn't have to be daunting. It's the little things that add up.
Lock bumping - your home isn't safe
I heard about lock bumping last month from a friend. I figured it was all just a bunch of hokum. But I checked it out. It's not a myth, it's not an urban legend. Crooks can make a generic key to open any lock, including yours. And it's easy. [more]
Bringing Water and Wheels to Africa: My Amazing Frugal Vacation
Living frugally can help us achieve other goals — such as, in one writer's case, providing water and bicycles for people in Uganda.
3 Cheap Ways to Win Over the Ladies (by Looking Better)
I used to be a slovenly brute. OK, not so much slovenly as... average. My morning routine including a shave, shower, and deodorant. I figured that was all a guy had to do to look good. [more]
How to Save Money on Patio Furniture
Want to enjoy summer outside? Put together a great-looking, comfortable patio and still stay within your budget using these tips.
Free Day of Doggie Camp
My friends at Itchmo, Ben and Emily Huh, recently reminded me that Petsmart offers a complimentary day of doggie day camp at participating locations. Need a day off from your fun-loving dogs? [more]
Best Money Tips: Five Ways to Use Your Tax Refund
Today we found some awesome articles on five ways to use your tax refund, moving made eas, and teaching high school kids how to manage money.
How to Manage Two Jobs (Without Burning Out)
Burning the candle at both ends can be exhausting. Here's how to make sure you aren't the one who burns out.
Can't buy me love...but maybe I can buy happiness
Gretchen over at The Happiness Project claims that money can buy some forms of happiness. [more]
Best Money Tips: How to Choose the Right Fixer-Upper
Today we found articles on how to choose the right fixer-upper, tips to start a vegetable and herb garden, and cities where you can live abroad in luxury.
6 Terrible Things Science Says You Do to Your Kids
There's no exact science to raising kids — but most of us agree about what you shouldn't do. Are you guilty of these bad parenting habits?
Best Money Tips: Smart Ways to Save on Restaurant Meals
Today we found some great articles on smart ways to save on dining out, how to make the most of your spare change, and why it might be time to stop couponing.
This Japanese Budgeting System Could Be the Key to Saving Big Bucks
In Japan, saving money is a big deal. Here's the simple system many households use to hang onto more of their yen.
When Frugal is Stupid
I’m a huge fan of “reduce, reuse, and recycle,†when it is both practical and useful. [more]
How to Visit San Francisco Without Going Broke
Yes, Baghdad by the Bay really is the most expensive city in the country — but no, you don't have to spend a fortune visiting it!
Being Poor Without Being Pitiful
I have spent a good portion of my young life being poor. Growing up on a small family farm during the agriculture crises in the 80’s gave me perspective on what poverty really mean
Chicago Wants to Keep the Change
Instead of using technology to make life easier for drivers, Chicago wants to digitally keep the change.
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