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With back-to-school sales in the rearview mirror and Black Friday more than a month away, you might think there are no bargains to be had for the next several weeks. But the truth is, October and November have plenty of fall bargains waiting to be snapped up by savvy shoppers like you. Here’s what to buy between now and the start of the holiday s...
We love to spread the news about cheap, effective products that multi-task; especially when it’s something you probably already have in the house. White vinegar is a super-versatile solution that’s useful for household cleaning, personal care and of course, in the kitchen. Let’s take a look at 20 things it can do (and you’re sure to find ma...
When it comes to a cheap, easy and versatile product, it doesn’t get much better than baking soda. It’s an all-natural solution and quick fix for any number of household and personal care needs. Let’s take a look at 20 things baking soda can do (and there are plenty more, too!): Take the sting and itch out of insect bites with a pas...
The popularity of subscription boxes has exploded the past few years. Currently, there are more than 2,000 subscription boxes available offering everything from healthy snacks to sci-fi collectibles (and nearly anything else you can think of). Price points vary widely, too. You can find boxes that cost less than $10 a month to those upwards of $100...
There’s no way around it, being a college student is expensive. Between tuition and fees, housing, food, books and maintaining a social life, it’s no wonder that “starving student” is a commonly used phrase. Of course, the trade-off is getting a degree, along with life-long memories, so it’s more than worth it. But how can students save o...
For starting out so tiny, babies sure need a lot of everything. There’s no denying that having a baby forces you to rework your budget and rethink your priorities. That doesn’t mean, however, that you can’t save on all the things your baby needs day in and day out. Here are several smart ways you can save on baby basics — and have more to c...
No matter how much you trim the extras out of your budget, there’s one category you can never cut out altogether: food. We all need to eat, but it is possible to stretch your grocery budget and do more with less when it comes to shopping for food. Of course, we all know not to go shopping when hungry and to make a shopping list and stick to it. B...
Part of being a smart shopper is knowing what time of year you can get the best bargains. The summer months of June, July and August bring with them plenty of great deals if you know where to look. Remember however, that unless you actually need something, you’re not really saving money if you buy it on sale, no matter how steep the discount. Wit...