Today we found articles on ways to avoid long airport security lines, surprising ways you’re stressing yourself out, and summer jobs you can do from anywhere.
We often focus on what is most pressing with our finances. But if you take a day off to do some long-term work, you can save hundreds of dollars a year.
This is the first Wise Bread post that I've been afraid to write. I've thought about it many times, but haven't even gotten as far as making notes until today, when I
To someone in the US, the decline in the value of the dollar has mainly made itself felt up to now in the form of increases in the prices of globalized commodities--everything from
Everyone who cares about frugality understands that it often involves becoming more self-reliant. The following is a list of kitchen staples that I quit buying, and how I’ve made i
I'm stealing the title for this post from the cover of a magazine that I saw back in the early 1980s. It caught my eye especially, because at the time I had just gotten a rais
A new study out today in PNAS confirms what we always suspected was true. The higher the price you pay for a product, the greater your subjective experience of pleasure in the prod
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Best Money Tips: How to Avoid Long Airport Security Lines
Today we found articles on ways to avoid long airport security lines, surprising ways you’re stressing yourself out, and summer jobs you can do from anywhere.
Best Money Tips: The Science of the Perfect Nap
Today we found some awesome articles on the science of the perfect nap, places not to use a debit card, and tax-saving deductions.
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Do It All Car-Free With a Cargo Bike
If you want to drive less but still get your errands done, consider a cargo bike — these 'cycles can carry everything from kids to groceries and more.
Turn a Day Off Into Your Most Profitable Day of the Year
We often focus on what is most pressing with our finances. But if you take a day off to do some long-term work, you can save hundreds of dollars a year.
6 Extreme Job Interview Tactics That Worked
Get up and walk out of a job interview? Sure, that worked and so did these other insane interview tricks. How far will you go for a job?
Best asset allocation for your portfolio
This is the first Wise Bread post that I've been afraid to write. I've thought about it many times, but haven't even gotten as far as making notes until today, when I
5 Reasons to Use Your Credit Card for Holiday Purchases
From extended warranties to price protection to easier returns, buying holiday gifts with your credit card can give you some serious benefits.
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The sinking dollar, as viewed from overseas
To someone in the US, the decline in the value of the dollar has mainly made itself felt up to now in the form of increases in the prices of globalized commodities--everything from
5 Foods I Grew Tired of Buying, and How I Quit
Everyone who cares about frugality understands that it often involves becoming more self-reliant. The following is a list of kitchen staples that I quit buying, and how I’ve made i
How the Election Will Affect Your Credit Cards
How will credit card companies react to the U.S. Presidential election? We have some predictions — and some things you should do to prepare yourself.
Live like royalty on $20,000 a year
I'm stealing the title for this post from the cover of a magazine that I saw back in the early 1980s. It caught my eye especially, because at the time I had just gotten a rais
Arguing Over Money Drives Your Kids to Credit Card Debt
Discover how your relationship with money can affect your kids' relationship with money — and how to make positive changes for you and them.
Fabulous Party Ideas For The Frugal-Minded
Need ideas for having a fabulous party with minimal money, time, and catering abilities? Here are 15.
8 Alternative Gift Ideas for Chanukah
From giving handmade items to sharing experiences like storytelling nights, discover wonderful and different ways to celebrate the spirit of Chanukah.
Shoppers to Spend Less This Holiday Season
Despite some early predictions, it looks like holiday shoppers are not spending as much this year. Learn some of the reasons why.
Holiday Travel Hacks That Will Save Your Sanity
If you're dreading heading to the airport this holiday season, these tips will help ease the stress of travel during the busiest time of year.
Marketing Messes With Your Head
A new study out today in PNAS confirms what we always suspected was true. The higher the price you pay for a product, the greater your subjective experience of pleasure in the prod