It's getting to be that kind of year again--the time when you anticipate filling out your tax returns, sighing with relief, and then realizing that you're not finished with
Travel allows you to escape your mundane surroundings and see the world from a new perspective. Unfortunately, the cost and time commitment makes frequent trips impossible for most
I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap
In an unofficial survey, 99% of my friends said they need more rest. By "rest," I don't mean sleep, but time that is refreshing and rejuvenating, time that gives and
Whether you're at the mall or online, retailers have plenty of tricks to help separate you from your cash. Learn what they are so you can shop smarter.
Recently, there's been no reason to pay much attention to how you store your cash — it doesn't earn enough interest to worry about. That's about to change.
These days, it’s pretty much accepted practice to have a high carbon diet — the tomatoes in your salad may have ridden on a truck for days to get to you and the fish you’re grillin
Is there a link between having a modern society and having a western society? The vast economic and military power of the United States (and before that, the United Kingdom) has m
If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
To FAFSA or Not to FAFSA: A Former Student's View of Student Loans
It's getting to be that kind of year again--the time when you anticipate filling out your tax returns, sighing with relief, and then realizing that you're not finished with
Best Money Tips: 80+ Amazing Meals for Under $5
Today we found over 80 meals you can make for under $5, cleaning mistakes you might be making, and great places to retire in every state.
5 Frugal Ways to Go Green in 2013
Make 2013 your year to help the environment...and your wallet. Here a five simple ways to turn over a new leaf and save a little money, too.
Walking Into The Spirit of Travel
Travel allows you to escape your mundane surroundings and see the world from a new perspective. Unfortunately, the cost and time commitment makes frequent trips impossible for most
How to NOT Get What You Want From Customer Service
There are right ways to complain to businesses...and there are wrong ways. These are definitely the wrong ways (plus, how to make them right).
Blergh! Could you eat these strange canned foods?
I was raised on canned food. We never had much money, so my folks bought food in cans because it lasted forever, it was cheap and, if dented or without a label, really really cheap
6 Easy Ways to Use Technology to Save on Christmas Shopping
Put some of the whiz-bang gadget gifts you received last year to work. That tech can save you big on this year's holiday shopping.
Get Some Rest!
In an unofficial survey, 99% of my friends said they need more rest. By "rest," I don't mean sleep, but time that is refreshing and rejuvenating, time that gives and
How Retailers Manipulate You Into Spending
Whether you're at the mall or online, retailers have plenty of tricks to help separate you from your cash. Learn what they are so you can shop smarter.
Get Ready to Manage Your Bank (and Other Cash) Accounts
Recently, there's been no reason to pay much attention to how you store your cash — it doesn't earn enough interest to worry about. That's about to change.
Healthy Eating: The Sequel
Alas, what to do when there's no Trader Joe's within 4 hours of your town?
How to Get Rid of Your Old Electronics
These four responsible ways to dispose of old electronics will keep them the out of landfills and may even put a little more money in your pocket.
4 Ways "Boring" Investments Make Life Exciting
The most exciting part about investing? Watching your money grow — and safe, reliable investments do that just fine.
10 More Hobbies You Can Start for Free
New hobbies often come with hefty price tags. Jump into these right away with tools and materials you probably already have on hand.
Ask the Readers: Do You Go to Concerts?
Tell us whether or not you go to concerts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Best Money Tips: Responsible Uses for Your Tax Refund
Today we found some awesome articles on responsible uses for your tax refund, saving money when checking out online, and principles of success.
Try Indie Products for Cheap with a Sampler!
Love buying the latest handmade crafts, candles, body treats, and jewelry? Don’t have time to scour the web or the newest issue of a magazine t
Low-Carb: Less Carbon in Your Meals?
These days, it’s pretty much accepted practice to have a high carbon diet — the tomatoes in your salad may have ridden on a truck for days to get to you and the fish you’re grillin
Book Review: The Post American World
Is there a link between having a modern society and having a western society? The vast economic and military power of the United States (and before that, the United Kingdom) has m
Resumes For Recent Grads: Translating Campus Experiences Into Real-World Skills
If you’re a recent grad, I hope you've snagged the job of your dreams with a great company, perhaps after having completed summer internships or cooperative work programs with your