Frugal experts champion certain vacations as great ways to save, but these trips are not one-size-fits-all fun. Avoid these pitfalls on your next vacation.
Isn't it weird that there isn't a central list of post offices at, oh I don't know, say, USPS.com, that tells you which post office branches are going to be open late tonight for last-minute filers? [more]
Is there any way out of the "I love to eat but I don't want to cook all the time!" dilemma? Will there ever be a way to eat consistent, healthy, homecooked meals without slaving in the kitchen all the time? Read on, and tell me what you think. [more]
It's raining deals right now. For a limited time you can give your beloved pooch the benefit of not one but SIX free bones, courtesy of ruffchews.com. [more]
While surfing the web for some research on a "serious" Wisbread article (to be published soon), I ran across this guy.
His "job" is to visit Irish pubs. All. Year. Long. [more]
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7 Added Costs That Come With a Bigger House
Bigger isn't always better, but when it comes to houses, it's usually more expensive.
Fun, Frugal Vacations: What the Experts Fail to Mention
Frugal experts champion certain vacations as great ways to save, but these trips are not one-size-fits-all fun. Avoid these pitfalls on your next vacation.
The Zeigarnik Effect and 7 Other Ways to Beat the Housekeeping Blahs
It's Wednesday and the novelty of keeping the place ship-shape has long since worn off. Stay motivated with a few tidy ways to fight chore fatigue.
5 Ways to Handle Big City Rents
Big city life comes with big city costs. Here's how you can shave dollars off an apartment rental.
Money Metaphors (You wouldn't punch a kitten, would you?)
Equating my money, emotionally, with something that I find dear and worthy of protection, may force me to treat my money with the respect it deserves.
Last Minute Tax-Filing? Extended Post Office Hours and More
Isn't it weird that there isn't a central list of post offices at, oh I don't know, say, USPS.com, that tells you which post office branches are going to be open late tonight for last-minute filers? [more]
6 Foods That Are Actually Cheaper At Whole Foods
We don't often visit "Whole Paycheck" when we're shopping for cheap eats. But for some staples, Whole Foods is surprisingly affordable.
7 Reasons You're Never Too Old to Buy Stocks
You'll outgrow a lot of things as you age. Stocks won't be one of them.
Six Surefire Office Fundraising Ideas
Trying to raise some scratch for an office party, for charity, or to help out a coworker? Try one of these can't-miss fundraising techniques.
4 Money Moves to Make After You Pay Off Your Mortgage
You own your home free and clear; congrats! Once you're done celebrating, it's time to make some smart post-mortgage money moves.
Mix 'n match your food to save money
Is there any way out of the "I love to eat but I don't want to cook all the time!" dilemma? Will there ever be a way to eat consistent, healthy, homecooked meals without slaving in the kitchen all the time? Read on, and tell me what you think. [more]
When Avoiding Debt Is the Losing Strategy
It's almost always a good idea to stay out of debt. But sometimes, refusing to take on debt could hurt you in the long run.
Give a dog SIX bones...FREE!
It's raining deals right now. For a limited time you can give your beloved pooch the benefit of not one but SIX free bones, courtesy of ruffchews.com. [more]
Best Money Tips: Pay Off Student Loans Now
Today we found some fantastic articles on paying off student loans, personalizing your office space, and questions to ask before you quit your job.
How to Build Your Own Amortization Schedule
Looking for a dull, but financially eye-opening home project? Great! Today, we're going to build an amortization schedule. [more]
10 Things I Just Won’t Do to Save Money
Turn down money-saving opportunities? Yup! One very frugal writer shares the questionable and straight-up dumb ways he won't save money.
The High Cost of Planning for the End of the World
Prepping for the end of the world covers all the bases — except for how much it'll cost you while the world still turns.
This guy has the best job EVER!
While surfing the web for some research on a "serious" Wisbread article (to be published soon), I ran across this guy. His "job" is to visit Irish pubs. All. Year. Long. [more]
7 Ways to Save Big on National Thrift Shop Day
August 17 is National Thrift Shop Day which means your fab second-hand finds will be cheaper than ever. Ready, set, thrift!
The Slow Bleed: Plugging Your Financial Leaks
Don't let your finances suffer death by a thousand cuts! Learn to stop the little leaks that add up to big bucks.