It doesn't take a frugal bloodhound to seek out half-price wrapping paper and holiday cards in early January. But don't stop your discount shopping there. Recent
I found myself in a strange battle of wills last week. My favorite store, Target, was having another one of those spectacular sales. Red tags featuring the 75% off, and the rare 90
Some people are suckers for bargains of any kind. Others, well, even a genuine FREE offer is difficult for them to take up. But most of us, myself included, have a magic number. It
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
Many people have put their vacation on hold with the current economic downturn, or are searching for alternative ways to travel on the cheap. Other people yet are looking to earn s
My tween son went to a Lego camp this summer so that he could learn robotics, something I wasn’t sure I could teach him since his technical skills typically surpass mine. My initia
With our economic situation still precarious, many people desire simple living. But what does that mean in our busy, modern culture, and how can we get there?
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we go over what you can expect with a new Apple iPad, how to use up the leftover juice from your canned fruit, and
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Best Money Tips: Save on Rental Cars
Today we found some stellar articles on saving on rental cars, cheap thrills that actually satisfy, and helping natural disaster victims.
Beyond Wrapping Paper -- Post-Holiday Bargains
It doesn't take a frugal bloodhound to seek out half-price wrapping paper and holiday cards in early January. But don't stop your discount shopping there. Recent
Best Money Tips: 50 Ways to Feel Better About Yourself
Today we found 50 quick ways to feel better about yourself, myths about saving energy, and finding the motivation to work out in the winter.
90% off is not a deal if you don’t need it.
I found myself in a strange battle of wills last week. My favorite store, Target, was having another one of those spectacular sales. Red tags featuring the 75% off, and the rare 90
4 Tax Deductions New Homeowners Shouldn't Skip
New homeowners can get a leg up on their tax bill, so long as they remember to claim these huge deductions.
What clearance price is your Achilles Heel?
Some people are suckers for bargains of any kind. Others, well, even a genuine FREE offer is difficult for them to take up. But most of us, myself included, have a magic number. It
Invest some of this cheap energy
I've tried to avoid predicting energy prices, except to say that they'll be volatile. I'm not a bit surprised to see oil and gasoline prices dropping by half in the past few month
Stuff We Love: A Mimijumi Baby Bottle, Because It's More Like Mom
Why does the Mimijumi work so well? A bottle this similar to mom makes the transition from breast to bottle easy as pie.
iStopOver: Earn Extra Income or Travel on the Cheap, and a Special Promotion for Wise Bread Readers
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The 5 Best Leave-In Conditioners
Keeping your hair silky smooth isn't easy, but it can be. Just use any of these leave-in conditioners and your coif will stay fab.
4 Money Moves to Make the Moment You Win the Lotto
The lucky ducks who win the lotto — or any kind of windfall, really — also win a whole new set of headaches.
My 2016 Budget Challenge: How to Lose Weight Without Counting Calories
Max has added a new goal to her budget challenge; lose some weight. Find out how she's slimming down on a dime.
The 5 Best Gaming Mice
When playing computer games, you need all the right stuff at your fingertips. Just use any of these gaming mice and victory will be within your reach.
Summer Camp as a Side Business
My tween son went to a Lego camp this summer so that he could learn robotics, something I wasn’t sure I could teach him since his technical skills typically surpass mine. My initia
Best Money Tips: Ways Families Can Save Money in February
Today we found some great articles on ways families can save in February, side hustle ideas, and smarter ways to give to charity.
What is Simple Living and Why Should I Care?
With our economic situation still precarious, many people desire simple living. But what does that mean in our busy, modern culture, and how can we get there?
13 Crucial Social Security Terms Everyone Needs to Know
Most Americans depend on Social Security in retirement. That's why it's critical to know these 13 Social Security terms.
Best Money Tips: Ways to Live a Life With No Regrets
Today we found some awesome articles on living a life with no regrets, cutting your own hair, and tasks you shouldn't put on the backburner.
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: What the iPad Is and Is Not
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we go over what you can expect with a new Apple iPad, how to use up the leftover juice from your canned fruit, and
You Can't Make It as a One-Car Family: Now What?
Being a one-car family is great for trimming the budget, but let's be real — it's not always easy. Here's how to afford that second set of wheels.