Want to save money every day? These money-saving tips will keep more money in your pocket. Learn money-saving tips for shopping, cleaning, entertaining and much more.
Our lives have changed in so many ways over the last several months, and we can expect more changes as we all adapt to a “new normal.” For many, there’s been a radical shift for the better in how we look at spending and saving money. And these quarantine money habits are worth continuing, even when all the lockdowns are eventually lifted. Let...
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has changed what summer vacations are going to look like this year. Non-essential travel is still discouraged, and many popular vacation destinations are still closed. Even those that slowly re-open will have limited capacity and restrictions on certain activities. At the same time, we could all use a break now more...
The COVID-19 pandemic changed our lives virtually overnight. In addition to shifting our work and school schedules, many people lost the chance to take long-planned summer vacations. And it hasn’t been easy to receive refunds for canceled air travel, hotel bookings, tour packages and other travel essentials. In attempts to protect their bottom li...
Now that many Americans have been working from home for months, some have been surprised by the higher utility bills that result. But it stands to reason that being home all day and working online would result in higher electric bills, while frequent hand washing and running the dishwasher every day has caused water bills to spike. Here’s how you...
Cutting expenses is always a good idea, but it’s especially important during these uncertain financial times. While you’ve probably already taken steps to reduce obvious things, like food costs and entertainment expenses, you may have overlooked bills you pay less frequently, such as auto insurance. Let’s take a look at how you can reduce aut...
As people around the world continue to deal with the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, we’re all looking for ways to stretch budgets and conserve resources. For Americans, a measure of relief is coming in the form of stimulus payments and enhanced unemployment benefits. Even with those safeguards, it just makes sense to exercise frugality and fin...
You probably already know that cooking your meals at home is one of the best ways to save money. But did you know you could save even more by growing some of your own produce? Planting and maintaining a garden is a great way to stretch your food budget. Plus, tending a garden is relaxing and you’ll love the feeling of accomplishment that comes fr...
Whether or not you get the day off, the Presidents Day weekend is always full of money-saving offers on a wide range of consumer goods. It’s a great time to shop and save money on both small and big-ticket items. But remember, nothing is a good deal unless it’s something you really need and were going to purchase anyway. With that in mind, let...
We love a good side hustle for making some extra cash. But did you know there might be extra money to add back into your budget hiding in plain sight? It might not be common knowledge, but many routine bills are up for negotiation. In many cases, all it takes is a few minutes of research and a phone call to cut your monthly bills or achieve a lower...
If you feel like you end up throwing away more food than you eat, you’re not alone. Worldwide, more than one-third of all food produced ends up spoiled or thrown away. As Americans, we throw away as much as 40% of the food we buy. This ultimately ends up in landfills, producing methane emissions, which contribute to climate change — yikes! So n...
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