Hot Today

Wise Bread articles that are hot today.

You Can’t Save if You Don’t Try

There has been much discussion about whether certain money-saving strategies are worth your time. In a recent article in Parade Magazine, Tim Harford alerts us to “Bargains That A

Simplicity and being cheap

People might look at how I spend money and say I'm cheap or a tightwad. If they do, though, they're missing the point. The fact is, I'm much more interested in simplicity than I

3 Steps to Getting Started in the Stock Market With Index Funds

For new investors with limited resources, the stock market can be confusing and intimidating. Index funds are an easy, low risk, and affordable way to get started.

Maximize Your Membership: 16 Tips to Shopping Warehouse Stores

Coupon Sherpa compiled 16 guidelines to help you make the most of your warehouse club membership.

Attempts to Escape the Clutches of Online Data Aggregators

There's a new crowd of web sharks on the prowl; they are effective, they are legal, and they want your data. Learn how to remove yourself from their jaws.

Living a Life of Weisure?

Blurring the lines between our personal and professional lives has its pros and cons.

Crappy practice is a waste of time

If you want to get good at something, you need to practice. If you're not trying to get better, and just want to enjoy doing whatever it is, there's no need to practice--do what y

Wage slave, debt slave

This article has its roots in an article I wrote some time ago that used the terms wage slave and debt peonage—terms that some people objected to. Those making free choices aren't

5 Ways to Live Better Without Spending More

The most simple-minded measure of your standard of living is how much money you spend: spending more equals living better. Reality is more complex. There are a lot of ways to li

Check Out These 5 Legit Mystery Shopping Gigs

Get paid to shop? Yes, it can be done, and without getting scammed.

What Does "Free" College Tuition Really Pay For?

Free tuition sounds like every student's dream come true. But would it actually be "free?"

How to Effectively Complain to Get What You Want

Effective complaints make everybody happy — including you. Learn the right way to complain and get what you want.

How to Build Equity in Your Home

Truly owning your home takes time and money. If you want a bigger piece of the homeownership pie, here's how to build equity.

7 Ways to Avoid Getting Seriously Sick on Vacation

Don't let a bout of sickness ruin your vacation. Put your health first, even on the road.

5 Money Making Activities You Can Do Today

With these money making ideas, you just might be able to live comfortably ever after!

10 Myths About Employee Incentive Programs

Employee incentive programs are popular, if only because they are prolific. Though conventional wisdom tells us otherwise, many will argue that these programs are not just ineffect

6 Paths to a Greener Back-to-School Season

Eco-friendly school supplies are a great way to teach kids about sustainability. Even better, a green back-to-school can help mom and dad save lots of cash.

The Cost of Finding a Treasure Chest Full of Gold

You struck gold — you're rich! Just how rich exactly? You may be unpleasantly surprised.

10 Gift Ideas That Cost Almost Nothing

We all love to give gifts, but sometimes tight budgets make it difficult. Use these ideas to give thoughtful gifts without spending much — or any — money.

Best Money Tips: How to Save Money on Your DIY Projects

Today we found some great articles ways to save money on your next DIY project, the best homemade face masks for acne, and a space-saving way to fold your plastic bags.