Hot Today

Wise Bread articles that are hot today.

5 Dumb Investments Smart People Make

Investing early and often is smart money management — usually. Avoid these common mistakes and you'll keep your portfolio safe and growing.

The 5 Best Luggage Scales

Before you head to the airport with a heavy suitcase, you should make sure it doesn't go over the weight limit. These luggage scales are here to save the day (and your budget).

Things to Consider Before Uprooting Your Business

Deciding to uproot your business and go virtual can be very liberating, but there are a number of things to consider and account for before pulling the plug on your office space.

5 Great Beer Apps to Kick-Start Your Summer

Parched? Handle this summer's heat waves with these apps made just for beer connoisseurs.

How to Get Out of Social Obligations That Break Your Budget

Stressed out over how to handle those birthday parties, weddings, and social invites you can't afford? Learn how to bow out gracefully.

The Value of a Business

Placing a value on your business is rarely a simple matter, but an independent appraisal can offer a very different number than what you might come up with.

9 Helpful (and Weird) Uses for Hair and Excess Pet Fur

I'm not going to claim that they're all pleasant, but from charity donations to creating crafts, there are several ways to reuse human hair and pet fur.

5 Awesome, Cheap Alternatives to Luxury Services

Did the Great Recession force a cutback in household staff? Replace Jeeves with DIY solutions that deliver white glove service for way less.

How to Choose Between Lump Sum and Financing

There are two main strategies that buyers rely on to pay for a company: lump sums and financing.

5 Ways Women Are Better Investors Than Men

In general, women investors are more risk-adverse than men investors. But who earns the better returns?

Pros and Cons of Online Customer Product Reviews

Getting insights from fellow shoppers who may have the same needs and concerns as I do is invaluable: enter customer-written product reviews. But there are pros and cons.

Best Money Tips: Products With the Highest Markups

Today we found some great articles on the products with the highest price markups, ways to use baby shampoo outside the tub, and easy ways to save on airfare.

4 Ways Science Says Money Affects Your Mind

You might know that money matters can affect your mindset, but these surprising studies prove that science backs up the phenomenon.

3 Signs Your Business Should Consider an IPO

There's no company that is perfect for an IPO. But there are certain signs that a business may be a better fit than others. I

8 Dangerous Mistakes Even Safe Drivers Make

Even good drivers can develop bad habits behind the wheel. Are you guilty of any of these common operator errors?

Make These 5 Fixes After a Home Sale Falls Through

You got an offer, and you're ready to close. There's only one problem — your home sale fell through. Now what?

The Difference Between Your Accountant and Your Financial Planner

Many business owners surmise that their accountant can do the job of both accounting and financial planning (or vice versa) when in fact, the two roles complement each other.

7 Summery Ways to Protect Your Skin

There are more options than sunblock to keep your skin safe in the summer sun. Follow these simple guidelines to stay happy, healthy, and undamaged.

15 Delicious Homemade Treats Your Valentine Will Love

There's nothing sweeter than a handmade Valentine's gift — unless it's a delicious and decadent sugary treat, like these.

Best Money Tips: 10 Ways to Increase Your Social Security Payout

Today we found articles on ways to increase your social security payout before you retire, ways to save at Dunkin’ Donuts, and how to take group vacations without losing friends.