News about the "secret" Starbucks short cup is now over a year old, but people still don't believe me when I tell them about this little treasure. For those who may not have heard
I briefly worked with a senior technical manager whose wife also worked for the same company, but at a different site. They'd bought a house about halfway in between, but they both
I couldn't resist this deal, and just had to share it. We've had our King Size bed for almost 7 years now, and although it's holding up well it's not as great as it used to be. But
That quote from Howard Beale (character in Network, 1976 movie) sums me up right about now. And it's probably just the straw that broke the camel's back, because it's n
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
It's been a while since I did one of these video compilation posts, and the subject at hand is more than worthwhile. I thought I'd look around for innovative and inventive
Music fans of the world, unite. The very cool Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails (or who basically IS Nine Inch Nails), is letting fans download the entire new album The Slip free at
I don't think much of the "buy low, sell high" model for house purchases. I think a house should be purchased as a place to live, in which case the main questions are whether you
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Get your PC to give you coffee, bacon or even an orgasm.
As a frugal shopper, I like to make my products work hard. [more]
Going Short at Starbucks: Worth It?
News about the "secret" Starbucks short cup is now over a year old, but people still don't believe me when I tell them about this little treasure. For those who may not have heard
12 Easy Ways to Manage Your Finances Before, During, and After a Military Deployment
A deployment is tough enough without the financial burden. Keep your money in check to make your service a little less stressful.
Have style, not a lifestyle
I briefly worked with a senior technical manager whose wife also worked for the same company, but at a different site. They'd bought a house about halfway in between, but they both
10 Flight Booking Hacks to Save You Hundreds
Don't book another flight online until you've read this! It could save you a ton of money.
25 Money-Saving Strategies That Are Actually Hurting You
Penny wise pound-foolish is no way to build real wealth. Are your too-frugal habits costing you money?
Friday deal - Sweet dreams for a real bargain -DEAL OVER
I couldn't resist this deal, and just had to share it. We've had our King Size bed for almost 7 years now, and although it's holding up well it's not as great as it used to be. But
8 Steps to Starting a Retirement Plan in Your 30s
Sure, retirement savings is best started early — but better late than never. Here's how to start saving past 30.
"I'M AS MAD AS HELL, AND I'M NOT GOING TO TAKE THIS ANYMORE!"
That quote from Howard Beale (character in Network, 1976 movie) sums me up right about now. And it's probably just the straw that broke the camel's back, because it's n
Encounter With a Freegan
Would a good mother feed her children out of the Dumpster? My first encounter with a real live freegan leaves me wondering. Is helping save the earth and some money worth even t
The Pros and Cons of Autopay
Is bill autopay the answer to your problems, or just another problem? As with so many things, it's likely a little of both.
Join America Saves Week February 24 to March 2nd
This week is officially America Saves Week 2008. This is a campaign started in 2007 by many government agencies and private entities to encourage Americans to save because the per
$9 Fares at Spirit Airlines – But is it a Bargain?
Airfare for less than $50 makes me a little giddy, even though I haven’t left the state in over 2 years. So I had to do a double-take on the Red L
Ask The Readers: How Do You Buy Books?
Tell us how you buy books and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
The many uses for empty plastic bottles
It's been a while since I did one of these video compilation posts, and the subject at hand is more than worthwhile. I thought I'd look around for innovative and inventive
What's Your Credit Card Spending Style?
Whether you're a credit pro or a plastic-card newbie, understanding your card use can help you have a better relationship with your money.
Trent Reznor giving away new Nine Inch Nails album
Music fans of the world, unite. The very cool Trent Reznor of Nine Inch Nails (or who basically IS Nine Inch Nails), is letting fans download the entire new album The Slip free at
11 Steps to Take When Bankruptcy Is Your Only Option
A bankruptcy can sting, but it just may be the lifeline your finances need.
How to Find and Hire a Real Estate Agent
Choosing the right real estate agent is the first of many difficult decisions home buyers and sellers must make. Here's how to make the right choice.
Will house prices keep dropping?
I don't think much of the "buy low, sell high" model for house purchases. I think a house should be purchased as a place to live, in which case the main questions are whether you