Several times recently, Treasury Secretary Paulson (and many others) have claimed that the "root cause" of the current financial crisis is "the housing correction." This is comple
That’s the advice from a beautifully-executed campaign from Denver Water, right here in my own backyard of Colorado. The campaign (created by Sukle Advertising, a very smart, strat
There are a number of books now by people who set out to live a more local, more sustainable life, and wrote a book to document their experiences. Most of them approach the proble
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We’ve got tips for making a house a home, a condo a house, and a life with less than you ever thought possible. Read on for the
Today we found some fantastic articles on useful things to do with your tax refund money, when renting makes more sense than buying, and reasons to use a cash-only spending plan.
Today we found some fantastic articles on things that are raising your energy bill, updating your kitchen on a budget, and vehicles with the longest lifespan.
You know you should have healthy habits, but they're hard to keep. But what if a healthy lifestyle could save you hundreds of dollars a year? Here's how.
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Root cause of the financial crisis
Several times recently, Treasury Secretary Paulson (and many others) have claimed that the "root cause" of the current financial crisis is "the housing correction." This is comple
Use only what you need
That’s the advice from a beautifully-executed campaign from Denver Water, right here in my own backyard of Colorado. The campaign (created by Sukle Advertising, a very smart, strat
Why "Opportunity" Funds Are the New Emergency Funds
Sometimes the only thing between saving a lot and saving nothing at all is a turn of phrase.
Book review: Farewell, My Subaru
There are a number of books now by people who set out to live a more local, more sustainable life, and wrote a book to document their experiences. Most of them approach the proble
A Simple Remedy for the Economic Blues
During these trying times, a little physical activity can go a long way to lifting your spirits, and might even make you smarter.
Best Money Tips: One Super Useful Skill That No One Teaches
Today we found articles on a super useful skill that no one teaches, urban and wilderness survival hacks, and smart uses for Vaseline.
How to Simultaneously Buy and Sell a House
Buying and selling a house simultaneously? Review this 14-step checklist — or risk getting shut out.
Escape Your Dying Industry With One of These 8 Careers, Instead
Stuck in a dying industry? Consider switching to a job with a brighter future.
6 Ways to Banish Negative Thoughts
Negative thoughts can make you unproductive, crabby, and straight-up unhappy. Stay positive with these suggestions.
Car Sharing: Why Own When You Can Just Share?
Car sharing is taking off in urban centers around the world. Here's what you need to know.
Who Pays For the Bridesmaid Dresses When . . . ?
Figuring out who pays for the bridesmaids' dresses is tough, but depending on the situation, the rules are clear. Try this cheatsheet and good luck!
Best Money Tips: 5 Tips on How to Delay Gratification
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. We’ve got tips for making a house a home, a condo a house, and a life with less than you ever thought possible. Read on for the
7 Money Leaks You Need to Plug
You're dumping cash out the window (sometimes literally) if you don't plug these money leaks ASAP.
How to Save Over $1000 on Your Next Backpacking Trip
Having the right equipment for a backpacking trip can get really expensive really quick. Learn from my mistakes and save over $1000.
Best Money Tips: Useful Things to Do With Your Tax Refund
Today we found some fantastic articles on useful things to do with your tax refund money, when renting makes more sense than buying, and reasons to use a cash-only spending plan.
20 Snacks That Will Keep You Energized Through the Day
Power through the mid-morning slump and afternoon doldrums with a healthful handful of these nutritious, energy-rich snacks.
3 Good Money Examples Every Parent Should Set
If you can master these financial habits in your own life, your kids could be better off with money.
Best Money Tips: Things That Are Raising Your Energy Bill
Today we found some fantastic articles on things that are raising your energy bill, updating your kitchen on a budget, and vehicles with the longest lifespan.
You Can't Make It as a One-Car Family: Now What?
Being a one-car family is great for trimming the budget, but let's be real — it's not always easy. Here's how to afford that second set of wheels.
How Being Healthy Saves You Money (and Why Bad Health Habits Cost You)
You know you should have healthy habits, but they're hard to keep. But what if a healthy lifestyle could save you hundreds of dollars a year? Here's how.