Localization--eating locally grown foods and buying locally produced goods--has become trendy just lately. For the past twenty years, though, globalization has been the dominate f
This is really a non-issue, if you work a regular job: Your employer withholds taxes. It's also not much of an issue if you're self-employed and your income is reasonably
A recent tabloid article compares the homemade hairstyle of Brangelina's toddler with the designer salon-style of Tom and Katie Cruise's kid. Is there a happy and frugal medium fo
Cable and satellite television subscriptions are expensive. Let's face it – are you really watching 352 channels and listening to 50 music stations via your television each month
Looking for a fun, frugal, DIY holiday gift? You can make many wonderful gifts from paper, and all you need is a little inspiration, ambition, and a few pieces of paper.
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Trade versus localization
Localization--eating locally grown foods and buying locally produced goods--has become trendy just lately. For the past twenty years, though, globalization has been the dominate f
How to Escape Reward Card Spending Traps
Even savvy shoppers can get sucked into credit card traps. Get the benefits of a rewards card and avoid the pitfalls by developing these habits.
How to Save Money by Going (Mostly) Meatless
By making a few clever substitutions, you can save money going (mostly) meatless — and make food that tastes so good, you won't even miss the meat.
Taxes on irregular income
This is really a non-issue, if you work a regular job: Your employer withholds taxes. It's also not much of an issue if you're self-employed and your income is reasonably
Cheap and Simple Sunburn Remedies That Really Work
what do you do when you return home from an outing and you resemble a well-done lobster bake? Try one of these time-tested home remedies for sunburns.
Miss the Big Sale? Claim Your Savings Anyway
Use these techniques to haggle your way to savings, even if you miss a sale.
11 Financial Moves to Make the Moment You Get Fired
Getting fired can feel like your world is falling apart. Make these financial moves right away and you'll start putting it back together again.
Ask the Readers: How Would You Like to Spend Your Retirement?
Tell us how you would like to spend your retirement and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Thrifting the Perfect Designer Wardrobe
If you have big-brand taste on a bargain-bin budget, never fear — you can build the perfect designer wardrobe with a little thriftiness.
Trim Costs with Cheaper Kid's Haircuts
A recent tabloid article compares the homemade hairstyle of Brangelina's toddler with the designer salon-style of Tom and Katie Cruise's kid. Is there a happy and frugal medium fo
10 Simple Household Repairs Every Frugal Person Should Master
Why call an expensive pro to fix every little thing around the house when you can just DIY? Get out your toolkit and get to work!
How Much Does it Cost Every Time you Get Into Your Car?
I was horrified when I discovered exactly how much it costs me to drive into town for groceries. Do you know exactly how much it costs you?
7 Ways to Cut Your Food Bill Without Clipping a Single Coupon
I'll be honest, I like to clip coupons, but it’s not for everybody. Here are 7 ways to save money on groceries without using coupons.
Stop Paying For Cable Television But Keep Up With Your Favorite Shows
Cable and satellite television subscriptions are expensive. Let's face it – are you really watching 352 channels and listening to 50 music stations via your television each month
Protecting Yourself from Medical Billing Mistakes
By some estimates, up to 80% of medical bills out there have mistakes on them, so it’s in your best interest to know what you’re being charged for.
10 Holiday Gifts That You (Yes, You!) Can Make With Paper
Looking for a fun, frugal, DIY holiday gift? You can make many wonderful gifts from paper, and all you need is a little inspiration, ambition, and a few pieces of paper.
7 Unnecessary Household Expenses You Can Cut Today
If your family doesn't examine these 7 common household expenses, you are wasting way too much money.
The 8 Best Ways to Save on Back-to-School Supplies Right NOW
Is it already time to start thinking about back to school? It is if you want to save money!
9 Dollar Store DIY Projects to Try Out
Get your craft on for less with these fun and inexpensive projects for accessories, home decorations, and more.
My best posts that got no attention
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I