You know about the miraculous properties of baking soda and vinegar, but there are plenty more effective, all-natural cleaners you might already have around.
Feeling wheezy? Asthma attack coming on? Reaching for that inhaler? Let's stop and think about the CPP (cost per puff). Oh, it may not seem like much now, but that will all change soon. [more]
Sit down, relax, and let me tell you a story. A story about how you get to be a hero, and how to get your cable company begging on all fours like a dog.
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This Memorial Day weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money, talking about justifying frugality — or, moreover, why you shouldn't have to.
It's time for our weekly round-up of linky love. As always, if you feel you've been unfairly left off the list, please let us know by emailing our editors at tips@wisebread.com.
Ivy at Home Ec 101 gave us some serious love. Thanks, Ivy!
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Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
10 Lies Rich People Never Tell Themselves
A little white lie can keep your bank account in the red. Are you making your money matters worse with the stories you tell yourself?
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Stop turning to Costco or Target for your decorative living room art. Try eBay!
12 Makeup Hacks From the Pros
What do cold cream, lighters, and eye drops have in common? They are essential multi-taskers in one makeup artist's hack-tastic make-up bag.
Switching Addictions
Sometimes trading one addiction for another can save both your money and your health.
8 Other Green Cleaners Already in Your House
You know about the miraculous properties of baking soda and vinegar, but there are plenty more effective, all-natural cleaners you might already have around.
Best Money Tips: Getting Better Deals at Thrift Stores
Today we found some great articles on getting better deals at thrift stores, sources of non-taxable income, and optimixing credit card rewards.
Being asthmatic just got more expensive
Feeling wheezy? Asthma attack coming on? Reaching for that inhaler? Let's stop and think about the CPP (cost per puff). Oh, it may not seem like much now, but that will all change soon. [more]
Last night I threatened to disconnect my cable
Sit down, relax, and let me tell you a story. A story about how you get to be a hero, and how to get your cable company begging on all fours like a dog. [more]
6 Personal Finance Rules to Live By in Your 40s
Make your 40s all about securing financial stability. These personal finance rules can help you get there.
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Wise Bread on Marketplace: Justifying Frugality
This Memorial Day weekend, our Senior Editor is back on Marketplace Money, talking about justifying frugality — or, moreover, why you shouldn't have to.
5 European Cities You Can Visit for $50 a Day
Believe it or not, you can vacation in any of these gorgeous European cities for just $50 a day.
10 Frugalfying Ways to get to $1 Million
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5 Terrible Things Science Says You Do to Your Mind Everyday
These less-than-awesome habits will take a terrible toll on your mind. Be honest — how many are you guilty of?
It's the linkster! The linkmeister!
It's time for our weekly round-up of linky love. As always, if you feel you've been unfairly left off the list, please let us know by emailing our editors at tips@wisebread.com. Ivy at Home Ec 101 gave us some serious love. Thanks, Ivy! [more]
The Financial Balancing Act: Musings on Balancing Being Responsible with Having Fun
Sometimes, balancing debt (or staying out of it) with fun things we really enjoy brings up hard questions. [more]
Why Treasury Bills Are Always a Worthwhile Investment
When rates are rising, you need something that responds quickly to changes in the market. That's where Treasury bills come in.
“Avoid These Fast Food Items,” Say Fast Food Employees
A collection of former and current fast food employees recently shared their "do not eats" — here are some of the highlights.
10 Cool DIY Home Improvements for $20 or Less
Add some pizazz (and property value) to your home without breaking the bank. All you need is $20 and a few hours to yourself.
Best Money Tips: Frugal DIY Cleaning Projects
Today we found some fantastic articles on money-saving cleaning projects, what to do if you’re underpaid, and great household uses for Alka-Seltzer.