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.
“FOMO,” which is shorthand for Fear of Missing Out, can affect people of all ages. It happens when you try to keep up with what others are buying, where they’re traveling or what they’re doing, even if you can’t afford it. It’s the modern equivalent of the old phrase: Keeping Up with the Joneses. In other words, it’s overspending caus...
Whether you overestimate the number of trick-or-treaters you’ll have or your kids bring home a bumper crop of goodies, chances are you’re going to find yourself with some leftover Halloween candy. Rather than letting it go to waste (or your waist), here are several ideas that will make the most of it. Pay it Forward Many organization...
With the school year in full swing and the holidays quickly approaching, it’s the perfect time to do a family financial audit. Don’t let the sound of it intimidate you. It simply means taking the time to evaluate expenses that affect the whole family and seeing where you can make adjustments to save money. Now that doesn’t sound so bad, right...
Pets can bring joy, laughter, love — and even add years — to our lives. There’s nothing like coming home after a long day and being greeted by a furry friend who can’t wait to see you. But in addition to all those wonderful things, pets bring something else: added expenses. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals (A...
You know that uneasy feeling you sometimes get on Sunday afternoons as you start to think about heading back to work or school on Monday? There’s actually a name. It’s called the “Sunday Scaries.” Mental health professionals say it’s caused by a combination of factors, including anxiety about not knowing what’s to come in the week ahead...
Have you heard of the “pink tax?” It’s what economists call the higher prices on certain products marketed to women. Many everyday products, including razors, shampoo, body lotions and blue jeans, cost more for the “women’s” version than the men’s or gender-neutral version. For example, women’s shampoo costs, on average, almost 5...
It seems like just yesterday kids were heading back to school and now it’s already time for fall break. If you’re looking for ideas to keep kids occupied while they have a few days off, keep reading. These cheap or free fall activities are also great ways to enjoy beautiful fall weekends (and they’re not just for kids)! ...
We are all about saving money and finding a great bargain. But sometimes, it makes sense to pay a little more for quality and durability. That doesn’t mean paying full retail, however. You always want to try to get the best deal possible by shopping sales, using promo codes and getting cash back. Here are 7 things you won’t regret paying more ...
Most people will end up renting a place to live at some point in their lives. Whether it’s as a young person just starting out or after the kids have grown and it’s time to downsize the empty nest (or at some time in between). And there are many people who simply prefer the relative freedom of renting instead of owning a home. While renting ...
There’s a lot to like about shopping online. It’s quick and convenient. You don’t have to deal with driving to the store, pushing through crowds or settling for merchandise in less-than-perfect condition. The downside is that online shopping can be almost too easy, and may lead to overspending. The key here is to shop only when you really ...
