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]
My job is crazy one week and snail-slow the next. During the slow times, it's easy to get sucked into the web, clicking from one page to the next, waiting for someone to have a fir
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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Waking up earlier can help you de-stress, get more done, and generally live a happier life. If you're addicted to your snooze button, here's what to do.
It’s gone. HD DVD lost the war, Blu-Ray is the winner. Toshiba has admitted defeat and will discontinue all of its HD DVD products. No more players, no more recorders, no more disc
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The Straight Talk on Working From Home
Working from home has its perks, but it's definitely not for everyone. Learn the truth, and then decide if you REALLY want to work from home.
Will Internet Radio die on July 15th?
If you love the freedom and variety of Internet Radio, today is not going to be a good day for you. Today is Internet Radio Day Of Silence. [more]
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]
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My job is crazy one week and snail-slow the next. During the slow times, it's easy to get sucked into the web, clicking from one page to the next, waiting for someone to have a fir
7 Times It's Okay to Raid Your 529 Plan
While you shouldn't tap a 529 plan willy-nilly, sometimes it's okay to dip into school savings, especially if you have better options.
Best Money Tips: How to Save $1,000 in 30 Minutes
Today we found some great articles on ways to save $1,000 in 30 minutes, home maintenance tips for fall, and the best time to buy the new iPhone.
My 5 Favorite Budget Summer Destinations for 2018
I've spent a lot of time traveling the world, but these five affordable destinations are my favorites.
Best Money Tips: Items Every Home Needs
Today we found some stellar articles on handy items every home needs, how not to handle sudden wealth, and how to reduce student debt.
How Inconvenience Helped Me Save Money
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
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
Make These 6 Relationship Moves Now or You'll Regret It in 20 Years
How strong do you think your relationship will be in 20 years? The emotional labor you do today will decide, one way or the other.
Best Money Tips: Nice Things to Do for People That Won't Cost Much
Today we found some awesome articles on nice things to do for people that don't cost much, gifts that keep giving, and handling holiday parties professionally.
How Much Can You Afford to Spend in Retirement?
You made it! Now how exactly can you enjoy your retirement without worrying about your savings? Follow these rules of thumb.
Best Money Tips: How Much Turkey Should You Buy?
Today we found a turkey buying cheat sheet, the best Black Friday deals at Walmart, and simple ways to beat the blues.
Best Money Tips: 216 Affordable Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Today we found some awesome articles on 216 gifts for everyone on your list, frugal lunch ideas, and reasons to list or buy a home in December.
Best Money Tips: Genius Ways to Use Leftover Fruits and Veggies
Today we found genius ways to use leftover produce, the best stores for Black Friday this year, and simple tricks to cut costs over the holidays.
Up Before the Roosters: Becoming an Early Riser
Waking up earlier can help you de-stress, get more done, and generally live a happier life. If you're addicted to your snooze button, here's what to do.
So you bought an HD DVD player. Now what?
It’s gone. HD DVD lost the war, Blu-Ray is the winner. Toshiba has admitted defeat and will discontinue all of its HD DVD products. No more players, no more recorders, no more disc
Americans Spend More Than Other Countries On These 10 Things
Americans are known to be big spenders. Here's how our spending habits stack up with the rest of the world.