In these days of mass-production and Wal-Mart's low prices and lower standards, it's great to see handmade artifacts making a comeback. Today, my wife introduced me to a site that is a meeting-place for buying and selling wonderful handmade items. [more]
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]
It's making huges waves through the music industry, which is hardly surprising. Organizations like the RIAA have been trying, and failing I think, to crack down on illegal musi
For years, I struggled to negotiate effectively with a business associate (I’ll call him Mr. X), despite concessions gargantuan in my estimation but miniscule and unacceptable in h
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Those of you who are old enough may have noticed some worrisome similarities between the economy of the 1970s and the economy today. If so, you're not alone--more than a few p
There are a number of clues and theories being tossed around to support the idea that December 21st, 2012 may mark the “end of days”. The question is: What do you choose to believe
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Capitalize on the changing times, and make some green on the greenest growth industry there is — legal marijuana.
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In these days of mass-production and Wal-Mart's low prices and lower standards, it's great to see handmade artifacts making a comeback. Today, my wife introduced me to a site that is a meeting-place for buying and selling wonderful handmade items. [more]
Best Money Tips: How to Make Sure Your Career Doesn't Kill You
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Legendary rock band Radiohead charges "whatever you want" for latest album
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When one writer's local grocery store closed, she learned about planning, convenience, and how driving further can sometimes also mean spending less.
One-time encounters or long-term relationships: when negotiating strategies should differ
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12 Clever Coat Closet Hacks
A tidy coat coat closet makes guests welcome and your everyday easy and clutter-free. Tighten up your entryway with some simple organization tricks.
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Up Before the Roosters: Becoming an Early Riser
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It Broke? Check for a Recall
Recalls aren't just for toys. If something breaks, especially earlyish in the product's life, check it out and you may just get a free replacement.
All about stagflation
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These cold, hard facts about credit cards should be your wake up call. Be smart, tackle debt, and use your plastic responsibly.
Ask the Readers: Do You Buy or Pack Your Lunch?
Tell us if you buy or pack your lunch and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
2012 is Coming: What Are You Doing About It?
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To Tax or Not To Tax: That Is The Money Market Question
As America’s love affair with self-investing continues to grow, so does our fascination with tax-free accounts. Don’t believe me? See for yourself.