Your budget can easily go off the rails if you're spending money just to keep pace with your friends, but in some cases, it can actually help you save.
I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap
Something I have often heard from teachers, mentors and my own parents is the following phrase: “Be the best at what you do, whatever you do.” It’s a lesson I have tried to live up
My goal has always been to work for ten years and then have enough financial freedom to do whatever I want to do. Whenever I tell people this they seem to be rather incredulous an
Key decisions that you make—especially when you're young, but also later—have implications that ripple through the whole rest of your life. People treat these early
It's not expensive to be nice -- in fact, it often costs nothing as Paul mentioned last week. Here are 12 easy ways to be nice that cost zero and a bonus idea that will set you
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
6 Surprising Ways to Maximize Your Savings at Home Depot
The big box hardware and supply stores already offer big discounts over smaller stores. Learn how to save even more with some smart shopping.
Should You Get Life Insurance for Your Kids?
Life insurance for kids isn't just a sales gimmick. Here's what to consider before taking out a policy.
Super-Cheap Building Supplies and a Way to Help Your Community!
I’ll admit that my family is the “cobbling” kind of people. Our depression-era farm house was slapped together in a sturdy, but irregular fashi
Can you talk to your friends about debt?
Can you talk to your friends about your debt? Can you talk to your friends about their debt?
The 5 Best Eyebrow Pencils
If your current eye makeup isn't cutting it, using an eyebrow pencil is what you need. Try one of these the next time you want your peepers to pop.
5 Ways to Get Through Airport Security Faster
Save time and reduce stress by using these tips to speed through airport security whenever you travel.
Best Money Tips: Best Life Hacks of 2012
Today we found some stellar article on the best life hacks of 2012, how to save on your electric bill, and ways to make extra money.
A Step-by-Step Guide to Planning a Trip Around the World
Planning a trip around the world? Use this step-by-step guide to help you in the planning process.
25 Major Retailers That Give Employees Time Off for Thanksgiving
For some stores, Black Friday starts on Thanksgiving. These major retailers are fighting back — and keeping employees home for the holiday.
How Keeping Up With the Joneses Can Actually Save You Money
Your budget can easily go off the rails if you're spending money just to keep pace with your friends, but in some cases, it can actually help you save.
Blergh! Could you eat these strange canned foods?
I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap
Join Our Tweetchat on Thursday 5/23, 12pm Pacific for a Chance to Win Prizes
Topic: Financial Tips for New Graduates! Join our conversation for chance to win Amazon gift cards! Use #WBChat to participate!
The story of a guy with Downs Syndrome, some grocery bags and an idea straight from the heart.
Something I have often heard from teachers, mentors and my own parents is the following phrase: “Be the best at what you do, whatever you do.” It’s a lesson I have tried to live up
5 Modern Ways to Split the Bill
Are you always the one who gets stuck covering taxes and tip when it's time to settle the tab with friends? Not anymore.
What is keeping you from a life of financial independence?
My goal has always been to work for ten years and then have enough financial freedom to do whatever I want to do. Whenever I tell people this they seem to be rather incredulous an
Designing your life
Key decisions that you make—especially when you're young, but also later—have implications that ripple through the whole rest of your life. People treat these early
The 5 Best Coffee Grinders
The best way to get fresh, coffee-shop quality java at home is to grind your own beans. Make it happen with one of these great grinders.
Ask The Readers: How Do You Buy Music?
Tell us how you buy music and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
13 Ways To Be Nice That Will Cost You Barely Anything
It's not expensive to be nice -- in fact, it often costs nothing as Paul mentioned last week. Here are 12 easy ways to be nice that cost zero and a bonus idea that will set you
50+ Ways to Save Water
Even if you live in a rainy climate, you can do the planet and your pocketbook a favor by conserving water. Here's how.