Today we found some awesome articles on how to stock your liquor cabinet on the cheap, small changes that give instant savings, and using the short cycle.
Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.
Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
Today we found articles on simple ways to afford real food on a budget, a system to organize your receipts for the whole year, and ways to make fresh flowers last longer.
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5 Questions Your Financial Adviser Should Ask You
When you're looking for a good financial adviser, you shouldn't be on the only one asking the pressing questions.
Why Inflation Isn't as Bad as You Think
Worrying about something like inflation doesn't help make it better — plus, there might not be as much to fret about as you thought. Learn why.
The 5 Best Resistance Bands
If you want to add resistance training to your fitness routine, but you don't want to buy weights, choose one of these five best resistance bands.
The Art of Letting People Go
While firing an employee is never easy, these six rules of dis-employment can make separation tolerable. For both sides.
7 Ways Paying Off Student Loans Early Can Boost Your Finances
Did college cost you a pretty penny? If you work hard to pay off those loans, you'll reap the benefits of a huge financial boost.
Best Money Tips: Stock Your Liquor Cabinet on the Cheap
Today we found some awesome articles on how to stock your liquor cabinet on the cheap, small changes that give instant savings, and using the short cycle.
Sayulita, baby!
The products of a frugal honeymoon, or proof that frugality doesn't have to be boring... [more]
Lifestyle Upgrades: Beware the Diderot Effect
Upgrading one thing doesn't mean you need to upgrade another and another — although it can feel that way. And there's a name for that — the Diderot Effect.
How to Have a Great Wedding if You Haven't Saved Enough
No need to break the bank walking down the aisle. You really can have an unforgettable wedding — even on the teeniest of budgets.
How To Get Mugged
Muggings happen. Don't let fear overcome you, and instead make these moves immediately.
First Premier Bank Secured Credit Card Review
The First Premier Bank Secured Credit Card will help those with very low scores slowly rebuild their credit, though the fees are high.
6 Questions All Rookie Investors Should Ask
If you're new to investing, you probably have questions. At least, you should.
The Case of the Martini: Is Instant Gratification Financially Responsible?
Would you buy a $35 vodka martini because it's New Year's Eve and you're thirsty? Here's a look at how instant gratification and finances blend (or not).
Best Money Tips: How to Afford Real Food on a Budget
Today we found articles on simple ways to afford real food on a budget, a system to organize your receipts for the whole year, and ways to make fresh flowers last longer.
7 Warning Signs You're In Debt Denial
Denial can really throw your life off the rails. Denying your debt can be flat-out financially disastrous.
5 Romantic Wedding Locations That Won't Cost a Fortune
Choosing the right venue is is hard and often expensive. Save money by skipping the hotel and country club and get wed somewhere fun — and cheap.
25 Breakfast-For-Dinner Meals
Breakfast… for dinner? Go ahead, everyone does it, and you will more than once with these delicious recipes to choose from.
8 Cool Stores We Miss
Trying massage chairs at Sharper Image, thumbing through vinyl at Tower Records... Let's reminisce about our favorite old stores.
Link Me, Baby! Sending Out Thankful Vibes
Wise Bread is always grateful for the links we get from friends and even rivals. [more]
Car Yoga and 9 Other Ways to Beat Long Drives
The great American road trip — you know, spending hours, or even days, behind the wheel. Learn how to survive your next gruelling drive.