If you and your significant other recently called it kaput, don’t bury yourself in spending sprees — try some of these frugal self-help therapies instead.
Where a Stafford Loan or Parent PLUS Loan is available to just about any college student, a Federal Perkins Loan is only available to students who can expect only a minimal level o
The New Year usually brings about two very common goals for most people: Getting in shape and getting their finances under control. Dieting is the number one method of achieving t
TechCrunch recently reported that the software giant Microsoft made mistakes on the severances it paid to its laid off workers. As a result, Microsoft sent out letters to an unknow
On July 24th, 2009 the federal minimum wage will increase from $6.55 an hour to $7.25 an hour. This amounts to an increase of 10.7%. How will this change affect you?
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we tell you tips for making sure that your Haiti relief donations are getting where they need to go, 8 great movie
Today we found some wonderful articles on tried-and-tested tips for a frugal life, what to do to shine at work, and tricks for spotting the best deals.
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
Money Metaphors (You wouldn't punch a kitten, would you?)
Equating my money, emotionally, with something that I find dear and worthy of protection, may force me to treat my money with the respect it deserves.
Best Money Tips: 5 Things Every Frugal Person Should Spend Money On
Today we found articles on things every frugal person should spend money on, pantry tips from the pros, and easy ways to save money after you turn 50.
How to Build an Emergency Fund By the End of Summer
While you're busy soaking up some rays this summer, find a few easy ways for your emergency fund to soak up some savings!
Mend a Broken Heart Without Breaking the Bank
If you and your significant other recently called it kaput, don’t bury yourself in spending sprees — try some of these frugal self-help therapies instead.
7 Lessons About Money I Learned After Having Twins
Having twins can mean double trouble for your finances, but these money lessons apply to anyone with a new bundle of joy.
Ask the Readers: When Do You Want to Retire?
Tell us at what age you want to retire and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Shopping Habits to Nix Before You Turn 30
Achieve financial success in your 30s by leaving these bad shopping habits back in your 20s.
Federal Perkins Loans
Where a Stafford Loan or Parent PLUS Loan is available to just about any college student, a Federal Perkins Loan is only available to students who can expect only a minimal level o
6 Ways that Dieting and Budgeting are Exactly the Same
The New Year usually brings about two very common goals for most people: Getting in shape and getting their finances under control. Dieting is the number one method of achieving t
What should you do when you are asked to repay an overpayment of severance?
TechCrunch recently reported that the software giant Microsoft made mistakes on the severances it paid to its laid off workers. As a result, Microsoft sent out letters to an unknow
Bear Markets Explained
When the market becomes a lumbering, angry grizzly, we're all at risk of getting attacked. Learn all about bear markets and how they can affect you.
How will the federal minimum wage increase affect you?
On July 24th, 2009 the federal minimum wage will increase from $6.55 an hour to $7.25 an hour. This amounts to an increase of 10.7%. How will this change affect you?
The Best Book I've Ever Read About Making Changes Stick
"Small Change" is a money-saving, life-altering book. Here's the book's formula for making changes stick and how I've used it to change my life.
4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Student Loan Grace Period
A student loan grace period isn't a pass to spend your first big paychecks willy-nilly. Be smart, save up, and prepare to tackle your loan.
Best of Personal Finance Roundup: Make Sure Your Haiti Donation goes to Quake Aid
Welcome to Wise Bread's Best of Personal Finance roundup. Today, we tell you tips for making sure that your Haiti relief donations are getting where they need to go, 8 great movie
8 Frugal Living Skills I Wish My Parents Would Have Taught Me
Odds are, your parents may have fallen short teaching you how to live large for less. We all wish we heard these money lessons growing up.
10 Financial Decisions You Can't Keep Putting Off
Personal finance is hard. You can make it easier by making a few key decisions now. Stop waiting, and start deciding!
Best Money Tips: Tried-and-Tested Tips For a Frugal Life
Today we found some wonderful articles on tried-and-tested tips for a frugal life, what to do to shine at work, and tricks for spotting the best deals.
How to Save $1,500 on Coffee
Many of us know that we can save money by making coffee at home, but have you ever actually calculated how much? Learn how to save $1,500 on coffee.
How to Think Like a Billionaire When You’re Broke
If you’re struggling to make ends meet, take some advice from the wealthiest people alive. They got that way for a reason.