Your budget can easily go off the rails if you're spending money just to keep pace with your friends, but in some cases, it can actually help you save.
In my house we try to spend gift cards as soon as possible because the longer they are held the less purchasing power they have. Sometimes there are just cards you are not interest
This week the Justice Department reached an antitrust settlement with the National Association of Realtors that is meant to spur competition and bring down the standard 6% commissi
Refinishing your grandmother's old dresser might be a terrible idea. Learn when you should refinish wood furniture, and when you should use a professional.
It’s October. In Nebraska. We will see Halloween before we smell the crackling logs on our wood stove. Because it is such a big deal for many to finally crank on the heat, we’ve
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
8 Cheap Ways to Update a Wardrobe You Hate
If shopping for new clothes is on your brain but not in your budget, check out these totally cheap ways to help you love your wardrobe again.
9 Easy Mason Jar Gifts You Can Make
You don't have to bust the budget to be a generous gift giver. Whether you're crafty or culinary, a cute mason jar surprise is always welcome.
How Keeping Up With the Joneses Can Actually Save You Money
Your budget can easily go off the rails if you're spending money just to keep pace with your friends, but in some cases, it can actually help you save.
15 Refreshing Ways to Use Mint
Mint is more than just delicious. Discover 15 great ways to use this herb, from refreshing your skin to controlling pests.
What to Buy, and Avoid Buying, in February
Winter rolls on, as do the rolling discounts. Read on for the stuff you can buy cheap this month — and the stuff you should hold off on.
Your Saving Habits Make You a Revolutionary
Feeling like saving money puts you at odds with most of society? These statistics suggest you may be correct — and better off.
What Can You Do With Unwanted Gift Cards?
In my house we try to spend gift cards as soon as possible because the longer they are held the less purchasing power they have. Sometimes there are just cards you are not interest
You Can Make a Big Life Change: Here's How
It is always possible to make a major change in your life. But if you want the change to stick, approach the decision logically and methodically.
7 Strategies for Controlling Toy Clutter
Keep your home clean AND your kid happy with these tricks for corralling your child's clutter.
Is It the End of 6% Real Estate Commissions?
This week the Justice Department reached an antitrust settlement with the National Association of Realtors that is meant to spur competition and bring down the standard 6% commissi
Ask the Readers $200 Giveaway: What is Your Favorite Way to Save Money?
What is Your Favorite Way to Save Money? Enter for a chance to win $200 in prizes!
4 Tax Mistakes New Parents Make
In the bustle of parenthood, new moms and dads often forget about these huge potential tax savings. Are you making the same mistake?
Ask the Readers: What Do You Look For at Thrift Stores?
Tell us about what you look for a thrift stores and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Don't Ruin an Antique! How to Tell If You Should Refinish Wooden Furniture
Refinishing your grandmother's old dresser might be a terrible idea. Learn when you should refinish wood furniture, and when you should use a professional.
Ask the Readers: What New Thing Would You Like to Try This Year?
Tell us what new thing you would like to try this year and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: How Do You Stay On Budget During the Holidays?
Tell us how you stay on budget during the holidays and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Hold Off On Heating with These 10 Warming Ways
It’s October. In Nebraska. We will see Halloween before we smell the crackling logs on our wood stove. Because it is such a big deal for many to finally crank on the heat, we’ve
Can You Afford to Have a Baby?
Here are some financial considerations to plan and account for prior to sprouting your own little guys.
6 Signs You Aren't Making Enough Money
Stuck in the paycheck to paycheck rut? You either need to spend less — or earn more — money.
6 Ways NOT to Spend Your Credit Card Rewards
Earning credit card rewards is a key benefit of buying with plastic. Just make sure you choose rewards that have all the value you earned!