Music lessons for your child can be costly. But from teaching discipline to fostering a love of music to even improving math skills, the benefits are great.
Quick: What's one thing you can do right now that will make you over 50 percent more likely to increase your retirement savings? It's not a trick; this really works.
I love a bargain. We all do here at Wise Bread. But after a few personal disasters from being cheap, I opened up the topic to some of my fellow Wise Bread bloggers. What did they do to save a buck and how much did it cost them? [more]
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How to Turn Your Home Into a Moneymaking Star
If you have a house, you have a potential moneymaking star. Your home is ready for its close-up!
Are Music Lessons Worth It? Hidden Benefits May Tip the Scale
Music lessons for your child can be costly. But from teaching discipline to fostering a love of music to even improving math skills, the benefits are great.
6 Cleaning Rules You Should Be Breaking
The thing about the old tried and true is that sometimes it isn't true. Have you been cleaning the house wrong?
Account in Collections? Here's How to Fix It
Collections — the term every credit-savvy person fears. If you get that dreaded letter, don't panic. Learn how to deal with a debt in collections.
How Divorce Can Impact Your Social Security Payments
Divorce impacts many aspects of your life — even your Social Security benefits.
How to Clean Your House in One Day
Yes, you CAN deep-clean your house quickly. Gather the troops, pump up the jams, and get down to business with these do-it-in-a-day tips.
5 Ways to Boost Your Financial Resilience
When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Take these steps now to build up your ability to withstand a financial crisis.
How to Shave $5,000 Off Your Wedding Expenses
Her comes the bride...and the bill! Learn how to have the wedding of your dreams without going into debt with these cunning cutbacks.
Stabilize Your Portfolio With These 11 Dividend Stocks
With interest rates stuck at historic lows, stocks that pay dividends can generate cash income. These dividend stocks are definitely worth a look.
Why You Should Never Buy Souvenirs
Souvenirs are a nightmare for the frugal traveler. From high markups to exploitative labor, souvenirs are a lousy way to bring travel memories home.
10 Negotiation Mistakes That Will Destroy Your Deal
From small buys to major life purchases, negotiation can make or break the deal. Win your next haggle-sesh by avoiding these common mistakes.
This One Thing Could Be the Key to Retiring Rich
Quick: What's one thing you can do right now that will make you over 50 percent more likely to increase your retirement savings? It's not a trick; this really works.
The Top 10 Cheapest Cars to Insure
Buying a new car, and want to keep your insurance premiums down? Stick to one of these models.
Better Brewing: 12 Ways to Make Coffee at Home
For all the talking we do about how much money you can save making coffee at home, we don't say much about how to make it. Here are 12 great methods.
7 Things Successful Millennials Do
Today's twenty-somethings face their own set of financial and career challenges, but the path to success has been the same for generations.
When Being Frugal Went Wrong – Tales From The Cheap & Nasty
I love a bargain. We all do here at Wise Bread. But after a few personal disasters from being cheap, I opened up the topic to some of my fellow Wise Bread bloggers. What did they do to save a buck and how much did it cost them? [more]
All Dried Up: How to Dry Fruits and Vegetables
Extending the life of extra produce and making healthier snacks is simple — dry your fruits and veggies! Learn how with this guide.
6 Reasons to Love Your Bank
Banks (especially big banks) tend to be vilified in the media. But there are some very good reasons to be thankful we have them.
Why You Should Always "Get It in Writing"
"Get it in writing" may be the oldest piece of frugal living advice ever given. Learn why.
The 10 Best Cycling Apps for $5 or Less
Need to map a ride or track your training? Keep your crank turning with the help of one of these 10 easy-to-use, and inexpensive, smartphone apps.