Floss isn't just for freshening breath and fighting plaque; it's also amazing for DIY fixes and curing everyday problems. Discover these 14 great uses.
Are prefabbed homes the wave of the future? Judging from some of the magazines that I receive (Sunset, Metropolitan Home), it sure looks like things are heading in that direction. [more]
I can usually tell when it's going to rain because, as the barometric pressure builds, my face feels more and more like it's going to burst off the rest of my head. Over the ye
Today we found some stellar articles on affordable date ideas, free or cheap winter activities at home, and renovation tips to increase your home value.
You don't have to go back to school in order to make a career change. Instead, follow these moves to leverage the skills and knowledge you already have.
I think I’ve lucked out — plenty of my friends live in my immediate vicinity. One even lives in the next apartment building over. This does mean, however, that people are in the ha
If you lose or drown your cellular phone before you're eligible for an upgrade, don't buy a new one. Ask around and you're sure to find someone with an unused handset t
I've read a bunch of books on how to do a job search. They all talk about networking. They all talk about researching the company--knowing what they do and what they need don
My husband bought a pair of gym shorts for my oldest son a couple of weeks ago. The shorts lasted for one day before having a small tear at one of the critical seams. Contrast that
Whether you're looking for an old timey top-loader or a modern front loader, picking the right washer out of hundreds of choices isn't easy. We've narrowed it down to five.
Life insurance may not cost as much as you think it does. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains the factors that affect how much you pay for your life insurance policy.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
How to Find Unlisted Jobs and Win Every Salary Negotiation
Learn how to land a dream job, explain resume gaps & build awesome networks from NYT bestselling author Ramit Sethi.
Beyond the Mouth: 14 Uses for Dental Floss
Floss isn't just for freshening breath and fighting plaque; it's also amazing for DIY fixes and curing everyday problems. Discover these 14 great uses.
11 Creative Ways to Reuse Egg Crates
Turn trash into treasure with these adorable, crafty, and eco-friendly ways to repurpose your egg cartons.
Prefab Fab - This ain't yer grandma's double-wide
Are prefabbed homes the wave of the future? Judging from some of the magazines that I receive (Sunset, Metropolitan Home), it sure looks like things are heading in that direction. [more]
Our Worst Financial Mistakes and What You Can Learn From Them
Wise Bread bloggers share their worst financial mistakes. Hopefully, wherever you may be in your living-large journey, you can learn from us.
9 Ways to Beat a Killer Headache
I can usually tell when it's going to rain because, as the barometric pressure builds, my face feels more and more like it's going to burst off the rest of my head. Over the ye
9 Fall Groceries to Add to Your List ASAP
The autumn season brings flavorful pantry staples to produce bins. Be sure to add them to your shopping list for delicious savings.
Are You Getting These 5 Things for Free?
There are some honest-to-goodness free things out there, if you know where to find them. Make sure you're not missing out on these five.
7 Times You Definitely Will Be Charged Credit Card Interest
When you use credit cards, you should aim to avoid paying interest whenever possible. But there are times when it's unavoidable.
10 Ways to Save $100 This Week
A few things you start this week could save you hundreds of dollars over the course of the month. Discover great ways to save, starting today.
Best Money Tips: 99 Affordable Date Ideas
Today we found some stellar articles on affordable date ideas, free or cheap winter activities at home, and renovation tips to increase your home value.
How to Make a Major Career Switch Without Going Back to School
You don't have to go back to school in order to make a career change. Instead, follow these moves to leverage the skills and knowledge you already have.
Stretching Meals for Unexpected Guests
I think I’ve lucked out — plenty of my friends live in my immediate vicinity. One even lives in the next apartment building over. This does mean, however, that people are in the ha
Hand-me-down Cell Phones
If you lose or drown your cellular phone before you're eligible for an upgrade, don't buy a new one. Ask around and you're sure to find someone with an unused handset t
How to get a job--learn the secret from a bad movie
I've read a bunch of books on how to do a job search. They all talk about networking. They all talk about researching the company--knowing what they do and what they need don
How To Buy Stuff That Lasts Forever
My husband bought a pair of gym shorts for my oldest son a couple of weeks ago. The shorts lasted for one day before having a small tear at one of the critical seams. Contrast that
The 5 Best Washing Machines
Whether you're looking for an old timey top-loader or a modern front loader, picking the right washer out of hundreds of choices isn't easy. We've narrowed it down to five.
How Much Will Life Insurance Cost?
Life insurance may not cost as much as you think it does. Jeff Rose, CFP, explains the factors that affect how much you pay for your life insurance policy.
Do You Know Your Retirement "Number"?
You might think you know the amount of money you'll need for a comfortable retirement — but you could be basing that off the wrong number.
Paying While Traveling: Which Is the Smartest Option?
Not all payment options are equal, especially while you're traveling. Here's how to avoid fees — and worse — while paying on the road.