My very first experience running a household was in 1980, just as the last big inflation was spiking up over 10%. My carefully constructed budget was completely destroyed by price
On July 24th, 2008, the Federal minimum wage in The United States will increase from $5.85 per hour to $6.55 per hour in accordance to the 2007 amendment to the Fair Labor Standar
According to the Institute for Policy Studies, in 1980, American CEOs earned over 40 times more per year than the average American worker. Today, the average American CEO from a
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Over the years, Uniform Transfers to Minors and Uniform Gifts to Minors custodial accounts (also known as UGMA and UTMA accounts) have become less popular than college savings opti
What to do when a purchase breaks after the warranty is over? Read your credit card fine print — you might be able to get a full, no-string-attached refund.
The recession may have a silver lining in the form of better quality of life. Learn the 6 ways the recession has inspired us to save money and live well.
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Budgeting in a time of inflation
My very first experience running a household was in 1980, just as the last big inflation was spiking up over 10%. My carefully constructed budget was completely destroyed by price
The Federal Minimum Wage Increases This Week - Are You Getting a Pay Raise?
On July 24th, 2008, the Federal minimum wage in The United States will increase from $5.85 per hour to $6.55 per hour in accordance to the 2007 amendment to the Fair Labor Standar
Become a Producer to Put Your Consumption in Perspective
The gap between making and consuming keeps widening, but making more of what you consume can lead to a richer life.
How much money should a CEO make?
According to the Institute for Policy Studies, in 1980, American CEOs earned over 40 times more per year than the average American worker. Today, the average American CEO from a
Hunting for Treasure - Frugal Fun, Rich Rewards
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Ask the Readers: What New Thing Would You Like to Try This Year?
Tell us what new thing you would like to try this year and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Paging Doctor Jones… Free Pizza Dr. Jones?
In another crazy promotion scheme cooked up by the people at Papa John’s, you can score a free pie if you share Indiana’s name.
Best Money Tips: Save Money on Pet Expenses
Today we found some fantastic articles on saving money on pet expenses, cutting the cable cord, and saving for a down payment on a house.
Five More Tips For Eating In Restaurants And Sticking To A Budget
Even if you are working hard to keep your discretionary spending to a minimum, you can still enjoy a restaurant meal once in awhile.
UTMA/UGMA Custodial Accounts
Over the years, Uniform Transfers to Minors and Uniform Gifts to Minors custodial accounts (also known as UGMA and UTMA accounts) have become less popular than college savings opti
8 Reasons to Drink More Water
It's old news that we don't really need to drink eight glasses of water per day, but there are still plenty of reasons to stay well-hydrated.
The "Secret" Credit Card Perk That Saved Me $300
What to do when a purchase breaks after the warranty is over? Read your credit card fine print — you might be able to get a full, no-string-attached refund.
Don't Let "Lizard Brain" Derail Your Finances
Blowing your hard-earned cash on impulse, emotional, and stress shopping? Your lizard brain is to blame.
6 Upsides of the Down Economy
The recession may have a silver lining in the form of better quality of life. Learn the 6 ways the recession has inspired us to save money and live well.
Best Money Tips: Screw It, I'm Buying an Air Conditioner
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. In this edition, we'll share with you how to stay cool, quit your job, learn from metaphors, make money from your crafts, and more!
Best Money Tips: How to Get a Free iPhone 7
Today we found articles on how to get a free iPhone 7, things to avoid when asking for a raise, and ways to control your happiness.
What Booze Teaches Us About Money
Besides not wasting all of it at the bar, there's a lot booze can teach us about money.
Ask the Readers: Best Purchase of Your Life? (Chance to win $100)
Share your "best purchase" story for a chance to win $50 Amazon GC.
What to Do When You're Sick of Your Side Gig
The extra dollars from a side gig should reduce your stress, not add to it. Here's how to regain your balance.
Best Money Tips: Cook Healthier With These Ingredient Substitutions
Today we found articles on ingredient substitutions for healthier cooking, work from home jobs you should avoid, and habits of irresistible people.