A few years ago, Tamara Johnson had no savings. Today she is a college student, funding her education with scholarships and savings. Learn how she did it.
The main reason that people don't drink water is that it is tasteless and not very "fun" to drink. On the other hand, water is considered more healthy than sodas so
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
How to Spot Lousy Investment Advisers
"Superior" investment advice is a pretty rare thing. So rare, most of the time it's really just lousy.
10 Tips from a Financially-Savvy Teen
A few years ago, Tamara Johnson had no savings. Today she is a college student, funding her education with scholarships and savings. Learn how she did it.
How to Have a Successful Skype or Video Job Interview
A video job interview right from the comfort of home — what could go wrong? As it turns out, quite a few things, if you aren't careful.
6 Things You'll Encounter When Taking Over a Loved One's Finances
Chances are most of us will eventually have to manage our parents' money. It's not as easy as it looks.
Why Women Don't Negotiate
Women aren't as good as men at negotiating salaries, and that costs us. But there's a reason for it, and it's not just because we're scared to ask.
Where to Buy Discounted Designer Clothing Online
Fashionistas! Step away from the credit card. Get a runway-ready look with these discount designer clothing websites.
10 Ways to Reuse Common Household Items
From egg cartons to shower curtains to old socks and more, learn dozens of ways to reuse commonly discarded household items.
The 5 Best Ice Cream Scoops
Filling a cone with frozen ice cream isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these ice cream scoops and you can enjoy your summer treat in no time.
How to Handle a Sudden Loss of Income
Don't let a sudden loss of income cause financial paralysis. Take these smart steps to handle the situation and minimize the damage.
This Is How Rich You'd Be If You'd Saved the Money You Earned in High School
Did you fritter away the earnings from your after school job? If only you'd saved it instead and let compound interest work its magic.
15 Theme Ideas for a Memorable Halloween Party
Need some ideas to make this year's Halloween party unique? Here are 15 themes you can choose from to help make your Halloween party memorable.
5 Friend Types That Can Hurt Your Finances
Your friends can affect your finances for better or worse. Find out which money personalities to watch out for.
7 Best Discount Shopping Days of the Year
Black Friday is so played. From Green Monday to Super Saturday, these other big shopping days help you save throughout the season — and beyond.
Should You be Ashamed to be on Public Assistance?
Government assistance such as the Food Stamp Program and cash welfare payments are sticky topics of discussion. What exactly is frugal about us
The 5 Best Deals in Every Thrift Store
Not all thrift stores are created equal — but if you look for these five things, you'll almost always find a good deal.
Eight Natural Ways to Make Water More Flavorful
The main reason that people don't drink water is that it is tasteless and not very "fun" to drink. On the other hand, water is considered more healthy than sodas so
30 Minutes to a LinkedIn Profile That Gets You Hired
Give your LinkedIn profile the professional pizzazz it needs without hiring a professional — or becoming one yourself!
The 5 Best Rice Cookers
If you eat rice regularly, it might be worthwhile to invest in a dedicated rice cooker. Here are our top picks.
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money When Dining Out?
Tell us how you save money while dining out and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
What You Need to Know About Writing a Will
Up to 40% of Americans age 45 and older don't have a will. It's high-time you got out of that statistic.