Most people think of computer networks as something that IT guys and the Geek Squad are best equipped to deal with. But did you know that any home with more than one computer or w
I have a couple of friends who live by their credit cards. Unfortunately, they both have lower income jobs and live in survival mode, while continuing to participate in one financially [more]
When I went off to college in 1977, inflation was high and rising, but the maximum interest rate you could earn on a savings account was capped by the government at a fraction over
A few months ago I wrote about several car buying incentives that were floating around. This was before the bankruptcy of Chrysler and GM and there was a rumor going around that t
The United States recently approved another $2 billion in funding for the "cash for clunkers" program after the program burned through $1 billion in less than a week. Although th
Sometimes the shortest and best path to making a decision or solving a problem is to ask for insights from a wise person. Here are ways to make sure you are getting good advice.
There is something that drives everything we do. When the masks are removed, fear controls much of what we do. Fear poisons us until we are too paralyzed to act. Learn a helpful st
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
8 $100k+ Jobs You Can Do Online
No get rich quick schemes. No exaggerated numbers. These eight jobs can earn you real money online.
Book Review: Network Know-How (Win a Copy!)
Most people think of computer networks as something that IT guys and the Geek Squad are best equipped to deal with. But did you know that any home with more than one computer or w
5 Effective Sleep Tips You Haven't Tried Yet
Tried every sleep aid out there? Here are 5 little known tips that work wonders for me.
How to Understand and Protect Yourself From Inflation
Inflation is inevitable. What you can change, though, is how you deal with it — and these decisions can make or break your financial future.
5 Strategies To Wipe Out Your Credit Card Balance
I have a couple of friends who live by their credit cards. Unfortunately, they both have lower income jobs and live in survival mode, while continuing to participate in one financially [more]
Don't let low interest rates make you stupid
When I went off to college in 1977, inflation was high and rising, but the maximum interest rate you could earn on a savings account was capped by the government at a fraction over
"Cash for clunkers" bill passed by Congress - what does it mean for consumers?
A few months ago I wrote about several car buying incentives that were floating around. This was before the bankruptcy of Chrysler and GM and there was a rumor going around that t
How to Get a Price Match Through Your Credit Card
Many of the best credit cards offer price match on your purchases, which can save you big.
5 Good Reasons to Keep Your "Clunker"
The United States recently approved another $2 billion in funding for the "cash for clunkers" program after the program burned through $1 billion in less than a week. Although th
Pay Bills Early? Only If You Want to Save Money
Paying your bills late can hurt you with late fees and surcharges. Moreover, if you pay early, you can get some serious discounts. Learn more.
How to Get Good Advice
Sometimes the shortest and best path to making a decision or solving a problem is to ask for insights from a wise person. Here are ways to make sure you are getting good advice.
8 Things We Keep Buying That Are Killing the Planet
Convenience comes at a price — and the planet is paying it.
These 10 Money Podcasts Will Help You Save Tons
Make chore time personal finance time. Pop on a solid money podcast and start making sense of your dollars and cents.
9 Dream Jobs You're Never Too Old to Pursue
If there's a career you've wanted to pursue since you were a child, go after it now. It's never too late to chase your dreams.
18 DIY Christmas Ornaments That Are Better Than Store Bought
The best Christmas ornament doesn't come from a store. A DIY ornament, perhaps, means a little bit more.
9 Jobs You May Not Have Considered (But Should)
Wondering about how you'll make a living? Don't discount these jobs, which are all in demand and offer meaningful work.
6 Ways Lust Is Keeping You Poor
It's Valentine's Day and lust is lurking behind the cards and candy. Take those churchy warnings to heart — lust will leave you wanting.
How to Get a Life: Consider the Worst Case Scenario
There is something that drives everything we do. When the masks are removed, fear controls much of what we do. Fear poisons us until we are too paralyzed to act. Learn a helpful st
Your Resume Sucks — Try One of These Instead
Chronological? Functional? A Combination? Deciding which resume type is right for the job may be the difference between getting hired or not.
5 Ways Everyone Can Make More Money
Sure, you want to make more money...but are you willing to do what it takes?