Even the biggest spendthrifts have a frugal obsession or two. Wise Bread readers must have their own obsessions or habits that save money, and more importantly, offer a sense of sa
Right now Safeway is having an event called Savings Rally which lasts until February 26th. The deal is that you get a dollar off coupon for buying a number of items off a list of
Omaha was my home for over 6 years, and while I enjoy living a more rural existence, I still frequent the metro for exciting entertainment options and unique shopping excursions.
2008 will probably go down in history as the year of bailouts, crashes, and meltdowns. Here is a quick run down of all the laws and bills congress pushed through with lightning spe
Stephen Leeb's new book makes that case that we're running into resource limits on every front--energy, metals, water--and that this problem is going to affect everything we do. T
Recently I read an enlightening story in the New York Times about the Pu'er tea bubble in Yunan, China. The burgundy fermented teas fetched prices of $150 a pound at the peak, but
The latest news is that unemployment benefits will be extended from 59 weeks to 79 weeks in California with the help of the new Federal stimulus money. The maximum benefit has ris
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Some well known mainstays of Corporate America have decided not to wait for an official recovery but to sell the idea of it to you. Can we collectively as corporate citizens and co
Wise Bread articles that are hot today.
6 Passé Slang Terms You Need to Stop Using Today
Stop trying to make "fetch" happen — or any of these other horribly flat and stale slang terms. Is your diction dating you?
Secrets to a Great Phone Interview for Job Hunters
Phone interviews can be a nerve-racking way to "meet" a future employer, but they're increasingly common. Follow these techniques for success.
Here's How Rich You'd Be If You Stopped Smoking
It's advice that bears repeating again and again — it's time to quit smoking. Your health, and your savings, will thank you.
What's your frugal obsession?
Even the biggest spendthrifts have a frugal obsession or two. Wise Bread readers must have their own obsessions or habits that save money, and more importantly, offer a sense of sa
Safeway Savings Rally - How I got 9 bags of groceries for $13
Right now Safeway is having an event called Savings Rally which lasts until February 26th. The deal is that you get a dollar off coupon for buying a number of items off a list of
The 6 Best Financial News Sites for Investors in a Hurry
Whether you're new to investing or an experienced trader, these sites will keep you up-to-date, wherever there's Internet.
10 Easy Veggies to Plant This Spring
Yes, you CAN grow your own food. These easy-to-grow herbs and vegetables will thrive even if you've got the blackest of thumbs.
Lose Weight and Eat Better With the 8 Best Diet Apps
Dieters with smartphones have a wide selection of apps to help count calories and track progress. Check out this trim list of the eight best.
Why You Should Consider an Adjustable-Rate Mortgage
Despite a bad reputation, adjustable-rate mortgages are making a comeback. Learn why an ARM might be the right choice for you.
10 Things to Do for Under $5 in the Omaha Metro Area
Omaha was my home for over 6 years, and while I enjoy living a more rural existence, I still frequent the metro for exciting entertainment options and unique shopping excursions.
Ask the Readers: What Do You Do When You Need to Recharge?
Tell us what you do to recharge and we'll enter you in a drawing to win a $20 Amazon Gift Card!
5 Best Amazon Deals for Thursday 08/22
Today's great deals include 40% off women's jeans, women's flats under $100, 40% off DEWALT heated jackets, and more!
When will the bailouts stop? A summary of 2008 stimulus packages and bailouts in the United States
2008 will probably go down in history as the year of bailouts, crashes, and meltdowns. Here is a quick run down of all the laws and bills congress pushed through with lightning spe
Section 529 Plans
For parents interested in setting aside money towards college expenses for their children, a Section 529 account is one of the best ways to do so.
Book review: Game Over
Stephen Leeb's new book makes that case that we're running into resource limits on every front--energy, metals, water--and that this problem is going to affect everything we do. T
How to create a speculative bubble and profit
Recently I read an enlightening story in the New York Times about the Pu'er tea bubble in Yunan, China. The burgundy fermented teas fetched prices of $150 a pound at the peak, but
Your Daily Dose of Caffeine May Be Hurting You
Although the FDA considers caffeine "generally safe and reliable," that daily jolt is not without consequences. Learn how it may be harmful.
Do generous unemployment benefits prolong the length of unemployment?
The latest news is that unemployment benefits will be extended from 59 weeks to 79 weeks in California with the help of the new Federal stimulus money. The maximum benefit has ris
My best posts that got no attention
A few times I've written a post that I thought was good, but that seemed to vanish into the blogosphere without a trace. On my two-year anniversary of writing for Wise Bread, I
Recession Journal V: Mind, The GAP
Some well known mainstays of Corporate America have decided not to wait for an official recovery but to sell the idea of it to you. Can we collectively as corporate citizens and co