2011 wasn't a great year for the economy. And most experts don't expect 2012 to be any better. What can small business do to survive, or even thrive, in a tough environment?
I know that Wise Bloggers are smart readers, so you might already know everything there is to know about mutual funds. However I have come across many very smart people who don't a
You don’t have to be a fortune 500 (or even a fortune 500,000) company to take advantage of these tips for good business practice. In fact, some of the best small businesses hav
The US Treasury pays more money to more people than just about anybody in the world. Last year it disbursed more than $1.6 trillion in 982 million individual payments. As you can
Having a baby? Gift registries can be an easy way to ask for exactly what you need (and quite possibly get it.) If you’re OK with soliciting your friends and family for specific
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How to Prosper Despite the Coming Economic Challenge
2011 wasn't a great year for the economy. And most experts don't expect 2012 to be any better. What can small business do to survive, or even thrive, in a tough environment?
Sayonara, Ramen-san
In honor Momofuku Ando, we look back on the delightfully frugal and delicious dish that is ramen.
The 5 Best Foundations
A good foundation covers blemishes and evens skin tone. These five best foundations do that, plus they nourish and protect your skin, too.
What Happens to Your Apartment When Your Landlord Gets the Boot
If your landlord is in foreclosure, keep a cool head. Here's what you can expect to happen to your rental.
Simple-Living Lessons I Learned From "Hoarders"
TV shows like "Hoarders" are hot right now. But beyond the voyeurism, what lessons can we learn from them about our own relationships with stuff?
How to Get a Cruise Cabin Upgrade for Free
Want a balcony or suite upgrade without breaking the bank? These upgrade strategies won't cost you a thing.
How to Build Your Own Amortization Schedule
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Best investment: yourself
I read a lot of investment books. [more]
17 Classic Desserts We All Miss
Bring a little air of nostalgia to your next potluck with one of these classically delicious desserts.
Mutual Funds for Wise Bloggers
I know that Wise Bloggers are smart readers, so you might already know everything there is to know about mutual funds. However I have come across many very smart people who don't a
How to Take a 7-Day Cross Country Road Trip for $350 or Less
We all want to hit the open road and drive across the country, but costs can add up quickly. Luckily, we found a way to do it for $350 or less.
Super-Cheap Building Supplies and a Way to Help Your Community!
I’ll admit that my family is the “cobbling” kind of people. Our depression-era farm house was slapped together in a sturdy, but irregular fashi
4 Tips for Making Resolutions Stick in the New Year
Almost everybody makes New Year's resolutions, and almost nobody keeps them for more than a few weeks. But resolutions can work — here's how.
12 Ways to Save and Make Money While Traveling
Did you know there are ways to save AND make money while traveling? Give these a try next time you hit the road.
Six Tips to Good Business Management
You don’t have to be a fortune 500 (or even a fortune 500,000) company to take advantage of these tips for good business practice. In fact, some of the best small businesses hav
5 Things You Should Never Buy With Your Credit Card
Put that plastic away! For these six expenses, you’re better off leaving your credit card in your wallet.
Making direct deposit safe for the garnished
The US Treasury pays more money to more people than just about anybody in the world. Last year it disbursed more than $1.6 trillion in 982 million individual payments. As you can
8 Part-Time Jobs That Offer College Benefits
Don't pick just any part-time job when you are in college. Choose one that offers college tuition benefits, too.
Cash In With Free Gifts From Your Baby Registry
Having a baby? Gift registries can be an easy way to ask for exactly what you need (and quite possibly get it.) If you’re OK with soliciting your friends and family for specific
Sure Savings at the Supermarket
A SURE way to save 20-25% on many of your groceries? Oh, yes, and it couldn't be simpler!