Yesterday Henry Paulson decided to use the power given to him by the housing bailout bill to officially take over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This is a decision that has a huge im
My wife spotted this book at the library and brought it home, suggesting (based on the title) that it might be a sort of anti-Wise Bread that I could read and mock. When I started
The garden's bounty is arriving in overflowing CSA boxes and crowded store produce bins. Now is the time to learn the sweet and sour art of home food preservation.
Cost of living is an important consideration when moving to a new location. Nevertheless, there are many false assumptions regarding the cost of living differences.
You've set your sights on the perfect job. The resume is polished. The outfit is pressed. Now, learn how to use body language to make a great impression.
Always wanted to learn to sew? Now is the perfect time. It's simple to get started and can save you money, too. Here are some tips for savvy sewing and some easy projects to help y
Even if you aren't planning on marrying rich, the hidden biases that affect relationships can also impact finances. Learn what blind spots you should watch for.
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the best way to get a great asparagus crop, how to be a weekend mechanic, and what the CARD act really means!
If a natural disaster is threatening your travel plans, it's crucial to know your options. Learn how your trip might be handled — and if you're entitled to a refund.
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Best Money Tips: Mind-Blowing Life Hacks
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How does the Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac bailout affect you?
Yesterday Henry Paulson decided to use the power given to him by the housing bailout bill to officially take over Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. This is a decision that has a huge im
Book review: Spend 'til The End
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Preserving In-Season Foods for Off-Season Feasts
The garden's bounty is arriving in overflowing CSA boxes and crowded store produce bins. Now is the time to learn the sweet and sour art of home food preservation.
How to Minimize the Cost of Living When Moving: The Cost of Living Myth
Cost of living is an important consideration when moving to a new location. Nevertheless, there are many false assumptions regarding the cost of living differences.
How to Get the Job Without Saying a Word
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It's Sew Easy to Save
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4 Ways Your Brain Screws Up Your Money AND Your Love Life
Even if you aren't planning on marrying rich, the hidden biases that affect relationships can also impact finances. Learn what blind spots you should watch for.
Science Shows You Need to Work Less — Here's Why
If you've been looking for ways to convince your boss to let you work fewer or more flexible hours — for the same pay — send him this link.
Best Money Tips: How to Grow Asparagus
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we share the best way to get a great asparagus crop, how to be a weekend mechanic, and what the CARD act really means!
5 Travel Destinations That Are Cheaper Due to a Strong U.S. Dollar
Planning an overseas trip this year? Check out these stunning destinations where your dollar will go further.
10 Hidden Costs That Hurt Your Wallet
From spend-happy friends to bad bulk buying and more, these sneaky costs and poor financial habits could be sucking the life out of your bank account.
What Should You Do When a Natural Disaster Spoils Your Travel Plans?
If a natural disaster is threatening your travel plans, it's crucial to know your options. Learn how your trip might be handled — and if you're entitled to a refund.
8 Ways ETFs Can Put More Money in Your Pocket Than Mutual Funds
It used to be that that the smart way to invest simply was to buy mutual funds. Not anymore — ETFs are where your money should go.
Best Money Tips: Energy Secrets for 9-to-5ers
Today we found some great articles on energy secrets for 9-to-5ers, life skills you develop by traveling the world, and ways to stay relevant in your career.
Is Your Personality Sabotaging Your Saving?
Your struggle to save money may run deeper than you think. Are you one of these types of people who find it hard to save?
7 Personal Finance Milestones Every 20 and 30 Year Old Should Hit
Are you on track toward reaching your financial goals? Get back in the game by scratching off these key financial to-dos.
5 Ways Greece and China's Economic Problems Might Impact You
Economic turmoil in China and Greece is creating a ripple effect worldwide. Are you feeling with the fallout?
Sweeping 101: What the Real Winners Know
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