In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
Today we found some stellar articles on gifts for women that won't break the bank, donating without spending money, and plugging personal finance leaks.
The money economy is one of the givens of modern life. For the ordinary person with bills to pay, getting by without money is almost inconceivable. Even someone who tries hard to
It’s early May, and the river bottom is full of new life. Not just rabbits, snakes, and chicks, but also brand new morel mushrooms. This tasty treat is as much fun to find as it
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
I have a guest post up at Get Rich Slowly that suggests that you be a bon vivant: "A bon vivant is a person who lives well — someone who enjoys the best things in life, especially
Today we found articles on how to build a profitable blog in a week, legislation that may help you save $2,000 a year on food, and ways to keep your pets cool and safe this summer.
Having a prosperous country (as opposed to having merely a prosperous elite) depends fundamentally on the rule of law. The system can work adequately well with various sets of rule
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Book review: The Self-Sufficient Life and How to Live It
In the days when self-sufficiency was simply the normal way of things, you'd learn the necessary knowledge and skills from your parents. (And from your grandparents, aunts and
Best Money Tips: Gifts for Women That Won't Break the Bank
Today we found some stellar articles on gifts for women that won't break the bank, donating without spending money, and plugging personal finance leaks.
Buy These 9 Christmas Gifts Now and Save
Make your Christmas shopping list, shop it now, store 'til December, and you won't have to check it — or your bank account — twice.
Getting by without money in Spain
The money economy is one of the givens of modern life. For the ordinary person with bills to pay, getting by without money is almost inconceivable. Even someone who tries hard to
5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 11/21
Today's deals include 50% off popular TV shows, 50% off boots, 40% off Crayola gifts, and more!
6 Decorative Plants You Can Eat, Too
Kill two birds with one stone by stocking both your garden and your pantry with these gorgeous edible plants.
4 Reasons Why Starting a Small Business is Easier than You Think
I started a thriving business at home doing what I love. Learn how you can overcome the common excuses and do the same!
Foraging for Food: The Hunt For The Wild Mushroom
It’s early May, and the river bottom is full of new life. Not just rabbits, snakes, and chicks, but also brand new morel mushrooms. This tasty treat is as much fun to find as it
6 "Good" Eating Habits That Are Keeping Us Fat
Having a hard time dropping those last five? It may be due to a "truth" you learned long ago and haven't given a second thought...until now.
Didn't Get the Raise? Ask for This, Instead
When you get turned down for a raise, hope is not lost. There are other things your employer may be willing to give up, instead.
8 Gadgets Every IT Professional Should Own
Are you wondering what cutting edge gadgets that every tech professional needs? Here are 8 of our favorites.
Turn smugness into a positive virtue
Various times here in my posts I've admitted to an unfortunate tendency toward smugness. It's really a negative character trait, and one that I struggle against. There are ways,
Cyber Monday Tips From Our Senior Editor
In this interview with FOX 5 in Washington DC, our Senior Editor tells you about the best Cyber Monday deals and ways to save even more.
Don't Let "Lizard Brain" Derail Your Finances
Blowing your hard-earned cash on impulse, emotional, and stress shopping? Your lizard brain is to blame.
Farnoosh Torabi Shares Favorite Holiday Shopping Tips With Wise Bread Readers!
Today Show's money guru reveals overlooked ways to save more this holiday season.
Guest post: Live a rich life on a budget
I have a guest post up at Get Rich Slowly that suggests that you be a bon vivant: "A bon vivant is a person who lives well — someone who enjoys the best things in life, especially
5 Best Amazon Deals for Friday 12/06
Today's deals include 60% Off Downton Abbey, 60% off Kingston HyperX Solid-State Drive, 75% Cooks Standard Multi-Ply Clad Stainless-Stainless Steel 10 Piece Cookware Set, and more!
Best Money Tips: How to Build a Money-Making Blog in a Week
Today we found articles on how to build a profitable blog in a week, legislation that may help you save $2,000 a year on food, and ways to keep your pets cool and safe this summer.
Save on Car Maintenance With These 5 DIY Tips
Some car maintenance tasks are simple enough even for novices. These tasks require only a little time, a little knowledge, and a few tools.
Borrowers, lenders, and others--beware trusting the government
Having a prosperous country (as opposed to having merely a prosperous elite) depends fundamentally on the rule of law. The system can work adequately well with various sets of rule