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
Keeping your home bug-free during the warmer months isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these bug sprays for home pest control and your sacred space will remain bugless.
The most credit savvy among us have been able to use credit cards to their benefit in order to wisely and optimally save money even while charging on their cards. If you are carefu
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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
The Surprisingly Easy Way to Change Your Habits and Your Life
Replacing bad habits with good ones is easier than you'd think. Here's how a Wise Bread writer turned a social media habit into a family time habit.
5 Questions to Ask Before You Start Claiming Your Social Security Benefits
Just because you can start claiming Social Security benefits, doesn't necessarily mean you should. Ask yourself these questions first.
10 Summer Foods You Can Make in an Instant Pot
Don't heat up your kitchen this summer. Instead, rely on these summer staples you can make an in Instant Pot.
The 5 Best Bug Sprays for Home Pest Control
Keeping your home bug-free during the warmer months isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these bug sprays for home pest control and your sacred space will remain bugless.
7 Penalty-Free Ways to Withdraw Money From Your Retirement Account
Borrow money from your IRA, penalty-free? It's possible in these seven scenarios!
11 Freelance Jobs That Pay Surprisingly Well
Freelancers don't always have to struggle to pull in a decent income. Some side gigs actually pay well.
Ask the Readers: Would You Rather Rent or Buy a Home?
Tell us if you would rather rent or buy a home and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
Ask the Readers: What Are Your Holiday Shortcuts?
Tell us about your holiday shortcuts and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
10 Signs Your Company Is Going Under
Has half the executive staff suddenly decided to make more time for family? Yeah, your company is doomed.
10 Tricks to Save Money with Credit Cards
The most credit savvy among us have been able to use credit cards to their benefit in order to wisely and optimally save money even while charging on their cards. If you are carefu
11 Famous Failures That Led to Success (And the Lessons They Teach)
Winning isn't everything. For these famous failures, losing was the only thing, until they finally won. What can you learn from their mistakes?
Why Southwest Airlines Is the Best Domestic Airline for Families
Traveling with your kids? Choose the airline that provides the best perks for families.
7 Easy First Steps to Paying Off Debt
Facing debt can be overwhelming. Where do you start? These simple steps will start you on the path to repayment.
5 Money Conversations Couples Should Have Before Retirement
You and your spouse can't wait to enjoy your retirement years, but before you dive in, you need to talk money.
9 Ways Expats Can Maintain Their Credit Scores
You may be leaving the States for a while, but there's one element of American life you should never leave behind: your credit score.
6 Ways to Make Extra Money Using Social Media
How many social media platforms do you check in with every day (or every hour)? Turn your social media time sink into an extra income, instead.
The 5 Best Blackout Curtains
Sleeping when the sun is up isn't easy, but it can be. Use any of these blackout curtains and the sun will never disturb your snooze again.
254 Uses for Vinegar. And Counting.
I began hearing whispers of the incredible versatility of vinegar. So I did some research. I was shocked!
13 Ways to Make Money Online That Aren't Scams
There's no shortage of Internet "jobs" scams, but there are legit side gigs, too. Fatten your wallet with these online extra income opportunities.