Bad credit will cost you more for insurance and loans, and may close some opportunities altogether. Learn how to rebuild a poor credit rating to an excellent one.
Too often pop superstardom comes with superstar profligacy. Not so for these five frugal musicians whose smart money habits offer lessons for the rest of us.
I have always loathed Valentine's day because everywhere I went I would see gaudy pink and red balloons and roses and men who are literally suckered into buying the useless thi
Looking for ways to honor your partner and your financial goals at the same time? Don't want to be a dud this Valentine's Day, but don't have fifty to a hundred bucks to drop on ch
Recently, at an open mic night event my husband and I attended with friends, I noticed an interesting use of a recycled necktie. Seeing this reminded me of a skirt I saw years ago
Ladies, gentlemen, start your engines. But only after you've loaded them up with sausages, chicken, crabs, Cajun shrimp and plenty of vegetables.
[more]
Let's face it. Lentils aren't usually a food that folks write love songs about, at least in this country. But for price and nutrition, they're pretty tough to beat. Bonus? They don
If you get creative with shopping strategies and fashion choices, it's easy to control your wardrobe spending. Follow these tips to start dressing for less!
Free ice cream, egg rolls, and tiny subs are yours for the taking. This week only, 5 fine eateries are offering you a chance to snag a freebie -- and an opportunity to be charitab
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
How to Rebuild Your Credit in 8 Simple Steps
Bad credit will cost you more for insurance and loans, and may close some opportunities altogether. Learn how to rebuild a poor credit rating to an excellent one.
Sexy Summer Dinners: 5 Great Hot-Weather Meal Ideas
Need fresh ideas for sultry summer dinners? Check out these elegant, guest-worthy, hot-weather meals.
Mick Jagger Rarely Buys New and 4 Other Smart Money Lessons From Thrifty Musicians
Too often pop superstardom comes with superstar profligacy. Not so for these five frugal musicians whose smart money habits offer lessons for the rest of us.
36 Green Gift Wrapping Ideas
Trying to maintain eco boundaries in the middle of winter holiday chaos? Here are 36 green gift wrapping ideas to get you started.
Cheap and Romantic Ideas for Valentine's Day (And Any Other Day of the Year)
I have always loathed Valentine's day because everywhere I went I would see gaudy pink and red balloons and roses and men who are literally suckered into buying the useless thi
Eating Vegan on the Cheap
People often assume — incorrectly — that making vegan meals means a big jump in grocery costs. Find out how to go vegan and save.
7 Easy Lunch Ideas for Work
Don't be intimidated by brown-bagging it — having a fast, tasty work lunch can be easy and inexpensive. Just follow these tips.
30 Unexpected Uses for Mineral Oil
From removing beach tar to bleeding mountain bike brakes, mineral oil has lots and lots of uses. Here are 30 to try.
Valentine's Day on a Budget
Looking for ways to honor your partner and your financial goals at the same time? Don't want to be a dud this Valentine's Day, but don't have fifty to a hundred bucks to drop on ch
New Ideas for Old Neckties
Recently, at an open mic night event my husband and I attended with friends, I noticed an interesting use of a recycled necktie. Seeing this reminded me of a skirt I saw years ago
25 Tasty and Affordable Salad Dressing Recipes
Whether you're a die-hard salad lover or a chopped-veggies newbie, these 25 delicious, easy-to-make dressings will spice up your salads.
10 Easiest Items to "Flip" for Cash
There are tons of things in your house right now that could easily be flipped for cash. It just takes a good eye and some elbow grease!
5 Best Cities for Going Car-Free
If you're thinking of ditching your car for a more environmentally-friendly lifestyle, these are the cities you need to live in.
Cooking great meals with your car engine. The heat is on.
Ladies, gentlemen, start your engines. But only after you've loaded them up with sausages, chicken, crabs, Cajun shrimp and plenty of vegetables. [more]
Lentil Love: How to Sex Up a Simple Staple and Save
Let's face it. Lentils aren't usually a food that folks write love songs about, at least in this country. But for price and nutrition, they're pretty tough to beat. Bonus? They don
5 Reasons Not to Use Debit Cards When You Shop Online
Before you place an order through your favorite online retailer, consider these reasons to use credit instead of debit.
Organic Groceries on a Budget
Organic groceries aren't out of reach if you're on a budget. Follow these suggestions to eat organic and keep your wallet fat.
10 Signs Your Company Is Going Under
Has half the executive staff suddenly decided to make more time for family? Yeah, your company is doomed.
50 Ways to Update Your Wardrobe for Cheap
If you get creative with shopping strategies and fashion choices, it's easy to control your wardrobe spending. Follow these tips to start dressing for less!
Free Food This Week and a Chance to Give to Make-A-Wish Foundation
Free ice cream, egg rolls, and tiny subs are yours for the taking. This week only, 5 fine eateries are offering you a chance to snag a freebie -- and an opportunity to be charitab