Getting seeds to sprout into a bountiful harvest seems like a lot of hard work. The truth is, your garden only needs a few fundamentals to produce well.
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
I pay almost no attention to "deals" sites. I scarcely even read the lists of deals here on Wise Bread. There are several reasons, but they pretty much come down to two things: I d
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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New Rules of Budgeting: Focus on Your Dreams
Old-school budgets are boring. Try this new fun approach that focuses on your dreams instead of your restrictions.
The Only 4 Things a Vegetable Garden Needs
Getting seeds to sprout into a bountiful harvest seems like a lot of hard work. The truth is, your garden only needs a few fundamentals to produce well.
10 Things Your Boss Wishes You Knew
Ever wished you knew what was on the boss's mind? Wonder no more.
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
12 Foods You Must Add to Your Diet This Year
It's not often you hear a New Year's resolution that includes the words "eat more." But with these healthy foods, that's precisely what you should do.
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.
Who has the time (or money) for deals?
I pay almost no attention to "deals" sites. I scarcely even read the lists of deals here on Wise Bread. There are several reasons, but they pretty much come down to two things: I d
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.
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.
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.