These are difficult economic times, but I'm getting tired of being told to spend my money on stuff, as if my personal saving habits are somehow ruining the economy. Instead of thro
Starting next month (May 2010) or as soon as its ready, Bank of America may reduce principal balances on certain mortgages of deeply underwater loans. What's up with that?
There are literally billions of dollars of money and property waiting to be claimed by the rightful owners. Learn how to find out if some of it is yours!
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The Frugal Living Commencement Speech I'd Give to My Younger Self
If time travel were possible, this is the commencement speech I'd give to my younger self about living frugally.
Ten Great Charities that Deserve Your Dollars This Year
These are difficult economic times, but I'm getting tired of being told to spend my money on stuff, as if my personal saving habits are somehow ruining the economy. Instead of thro
Get Your LinkedIn Profile Noticed With a Few Attention-Grabbing Tweaks
A LinkedIn profile is becoming a necessary part of career development. Get yours noticed by making these important changes.
New Job? Don't Make These 7 Mistakes With Your Benefits
Congrats on the new gig! Before you start celebrating, make sure you aren't making these crucial mistakes with your new benefits.
6 Ways a More Expensive Hotel Room Can Save You Money
The cheapest hotel room available may not be the best value. In fact, it may not even be the cheapest once you consider these perks and features.
Principal Forgiveness: The New BofA Mortgage Deal
Starting next month (May 2010) or as soon as its ready, Bank of America may reduce principal balances on certain mortgages of deeply underwater loans. What's up with that?
Billions of Dollars Go Unclaimed Every Year: Is Some of It Yours?
There are literally billions of dollars of money and property waiting to be claimed by the rightful owners. Learn how to find out if some of it is yours!
The 5 Best Emergency Kits
Making sure you're always prepared in an emergency isn't easy, but it can be. Get any of these emergency kits and you can weather any storm.
10 Ways You Can Bend Time to Improve Your Life
Some moments in time are better than others. Learn how to savor the best times and manage the worst for greater happiness and satisfaction.
Best Money Tips: The Worst Drugstore Deals
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best Money Tips roundup. Today, we reveal the absolute worst drugstore buys
If You're Eating These 6 Things, Your "Diet" Is Doing Nothing
If you're trying to lose weight and still eat these six foods, it's time to rethink your diet.
3 Subscription Services Every Traveler Needs
From tunes and TV, to groceries back home, subscription services are a traveler's best friend!
Don't Buy Memories, Make Them
Whatever your child is obsessed with, the perfect frugal holiday gift can be summed up with one word: scrapbook.
How to Resist Buying Just One More Present
There's always space under the tree for one more present, right? Learn how to resist the urge to keep shopping throughout the holidays.
The 4 Most Effective Times for Setting a New Goal
Take advantage of some quirks in the calendar — and your psychology — to jumpstart your campaign to reach your next goal.
Best Money Tips: Natural Ways to Repel Bugs
Today we found articles on natural ways to keep bugs at bay, myths that keep you from getting rid of your stuff, and cheap alternatives to hotels.
Energy Price Spikes
There are several ways to help deal with spikes in energy prices, but the main one is simple: Get used to it.
Sexy Summer Dinners: 5 Great Hot-Weather Meal Ideas
Need fresh ideas for sultry summer dinners? Check out these elegant, guest-worthy, hot-weather meals.
10 Affordable Kids' Gifts That Won't Rot Their Brains
Give a kid an "educational" toy and it'll soon migrate to the bottom of the toy box. Try these toys and games that are fun first and smart second.
6 Tips for Making Cheaper, Faster, Better Meals
You don't have to slave over the stove to make a great meal. Craft delicious dinners quickly and cheaply with these tips.