Editor's Note: Congratulations to Steve, Diane, and Anna for winning this week's contest!
For most frugal-minded people, everyday life is filled with many small purchases with a few mid-range expenses sprinkled in. [more]
We all use mentors regularly without thinking about it. But if we take charge of our lives and consciously choose mentors, we can charge ahead of the game in leaps and bounds.
The borrow-at-a-low-interest-rate-and-invest-to-get-greater-returns mentality was so embedded in our belief system that there almost seemed to be a stigma attached to not carrying
As the economy falters, gardening looks better than ever this spring. But as the daughter of a veteran gardener, I've seen too much heartache to believe seed companies' promises of
Charge cards, like their credit card cousins, allow cardholders to use plastic cards to make purchases and then pay at the end of a settlement period, typically on a monthly basis. [more]
You have things you need to carry at all times, and a painless way to do so. Get any of these five backpacks and your stuff will always be taken care of.
Wise Bread editor Janet Alvarez recently shared some fun uses for a couple of everyday household items on TV. Just in case you missed it live — here they are!
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The 5 Best Dryers
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Ask the Readers: What Was Your Most Expensive Purchase, Ever?
Editor's Note: Congratulations to Steve, Diane, and Anna for winning this week's contest! For most frugal-minded people, everyday life is filled with many small purchases with a few mid-range expenses sprinkled in. [more]
Ask the Readers: How Do You Save Money on Groceries?
Tell us how you save money on groceries and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
It Bears Repeating - Driving Slower Saves Money
We've talked about it until we're blue in the face, but it's worth repeating - driving slower saves gas and money!
Is Buying a Foreclosed Home Ever a Good Idea?
When you're looking for your new dream home, should you ever shift your gaze to a high-foreclosure neighborhood? Here's what you need to think about.
10 Simple Household Repairs Every Frugal Person Should Master
Why call an expensive pro to fix every little thing around the house when you can just DIY? Get out your toolkit and get to work!
The Power of Mentorship
We all use mentors regularly without thinking about it. But if we take charge of our lives and consciously choose mentors, we can charge ahead of the game in leaps and bounds.
Ask the Readers: What's Your Best Experience With Customer Service?
Tell us about your best experience with customer service and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Rethinking The Early Mortgage Payoff
The borrow-at-a-low-interest-rate-and-invest-to-get-greater-returns mentality was so embedded in our belief system that there almost seemed to be a stigma attached to not carrying
How Many Will Lose Money on Those "Frugal" Gardens This Year?
As the economy falters, gardening looks better than ever this spring. But as the daughter of a veteran gardener, I've seen too much heartache to believe seed companies' promises of
7 Unnecessary Household Expenses You Can Cut Today
If your family doesn't examine these 7 common household expenses, you are wasting way too much money.
No Limit, No Interest: What’s the Deal with Charge Cards?
Charge cards, like their credit card cousins, allow cardholders to use plastic cards to make purchases and then pay at the end of a settlement period, typically on a monthly basis. [more]
Is There Any Reason to Pay for a Landline Anymore?
Let's investigate if paying for a landline phone is still worth it.
Why We're So Materialistic (Even Though We Know It's Dumb)
Getting control of our spending and our finances would be a lot easier if we weren't so materialistic. So why are we?
The 5 Best Backpacks
You have things you need to carry at all times, and a painless way to do so. Get any of these five backpacks and your stuff will always be taken care of.
7 Clever Uses for Tea Bags and Hair Clips
Wise Bread editor Janet Alvarez recently shared some fun uses for a couple of everyday household items on TV. Just in case you missed it live — here they are!
5 Ways American Retirement Is Changing
American retirement isn't what it used to be. Are you adapting with the changing times?
Best Money Tips: Ways to Age Well on a Shoestring Budget
Today we found articles on aging well on a shoestring budget, saving money at the gym, and budgeting when you live in an expensive city.
6 Money Lessons We Can Learn From "Gilmore Girls"
Rory and Lorelai have taught us so much about love, family, and...money? Yep, money, too.
This Is the Secret to Buying Electronics for Cheap
New gadgets are great — except for the price. But if you don't mind doing some homework, you can get recent-vintage gear at a great discount.