With Mother's Day in the recent past and Father's Day two days ago, I wanted to give credit where credit is due and encourage all the parents out there who are trying to teach their kids abou [more]
Personal-finance experts often recommend having 3-6 months' worth of living expenses saved and easily accessible. In his July 1, 2007 Getting Going column ("Popular Advice
Here are ten easy ways for improving both the environment and your lifestyle. Implement just a few of them and you'll likely see a benefit to your bank account at the end of th
Ever feel stuck? In a rut? Running in place, but not getting much exercise? There's another way to live, you know; a way that bypasses, or at least delays, the mortgage, the co
I saw an article recently suggesting that neighbors share a garbage service. One neighbor hires the service, the other kicks in to cover half the bill, and both bring their stuff
One of my close friends at work can often be heard saying “man, if only I had the F.U. money.” By that, of course, he means that if he had enough money to not care about losing his
Self-sufficiency is producing the actual stuff you use--your own food, your own clothes, etc. It's not a common lifestyle. Most people chose instead to follow the path of self-re
Insurance is all about spreading the risk. A bunch of people buy insurance against the risk that a few of them will be the ones who get hit with a big bill that they couldn't pay.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Mom and Dad, Your Financial Decisions Matter
With Mother's Day in the recent past and Father's Day two days ago, I wanted to give credit where credit is due and encourage all the parents out there who are trying to teach their kids abou [more]
3-6 months of living expenses?
Personal-finance experts often recommend having 3-6 months' worth of living expenses saved and easily accessible. In his July 1, 2007 Getting Going column ("Popular Advice
7 Social Situations All Introverts Fear
Crowded places, watchful eyes, chatty strangers — these are the introvert's worst social nightmares. Here's how to soldier through.
Tasty, Healthy Breakfast Cookies With Chocolate-Covered Espresso Beans
Begin the day right with these healthy, bake ahead breakfast cookies that pack just enough caffeine to get you out the door.
Make These 9 Health Moves Now or You'll Regret It in 20 Years
What kind of shape will you be in 20 years from now? Do your future self a favor and start making some easy health moves now.
This Is the Difference Between a Loan and a Line of Credit
If you need to borrow money, you may wonder how a loan differs from a line of credit. Let's break it down.
How New Grads Can Protect Their Credit
As a new grad, you have a lot on your financial plate. Nothing is more important than protecting your credit.
10 Easy Ways to be Nicer to the Environment and Your Wallet
Here are ten easy ways for improving both the environment and your lifestyle. Implement just a few of them and you'll likely see a benefit to your bank account at the end of th
These Choos were made for walkin': an interview with a modern urban nomad
Ever feel stuck? In a rut? Running in place, but not getting much exercise? There's another way to live, you know; a way that bypasses, or at least delays, the mortgage, the co
Why don't people share more?
I saw an article recently suggesting that neighbors share a garbage service. One neighbor hires the service, the other kicks in to cover half the bill, and both bring their stuff
15 Cheap and Delicious Punch Recipes for Holiday Parties
Bring on the holiday festivities! These delicious and simple party drinks sure do pack a punch.
How Paying Attention to Detail Saves Your Finances
One of the easiest ways to keep your finances on the up and up is to simply pay attention.
2 Simple Ways to Get Holiday Shopping Bonuses for Huge Savings
Before you ring up your gifts, make sure to check for these special bonuses to save big!
What would you do with the F.U. money?
One of my close friends at work can often be heard saying “man, if only I had the F.U. money.” By that, of course, he means that if he had enough money to not care about losing his
10 Ways to Get More Out of Business Trips
Traveling for work can be exhausting, but smart road warriors know how to turn that down time into quality time.
From Dumpster Diving to Garage Sales, Turning Trash Into Cash
Learn how one dedicated recycler earned $1,200, paid her tuition, repaired her furniture, and financed her wedding with discarded stuff she found.
Share Your Favorite FinCon Moments and Win $100!
We had a blast at the Financial Blogger Conference. Please come share your stories!
5 Things Newlyweds Must Know About Investing
First comes love, then comes marriage — then comes worrying about money. Here's how to manage your investments together for the long haul.
Self-sufficiency, self-reliance, and freedom
Self-sufficiency is producing the actual stuff you use--your own food, your own clothes, etc. It's not a common lifestyle. Most people chose instead to follow the path of self-re
Things to insure, things not to insure
Insurance is all about spreading the risk. A bunch of people buy insurance against the risk that a few of them will be the ones who get hit with a big bill that they couldn't pay.