With cold and flu season on the horizon along with rising coronavirus rates, health experts are urging Americans to begin protecting themselves with flu vaccinations. Here's a roundup of retailers who'll reward you for getting your flu shot.Albertsons and Safeway The biggest reward deal is … [Read more...] about How to make money by getting your flu shot in 2023
National Taco Day Freebies and Deals 2023
Taco 'bout some great deals! It's "crunch time" for taco lovers everywhere.Oct. 4, 2023 is National Taco Day and many chain restaurants are offering spicy deals on one of the U.S.' favorite Mexican foods.Whether you like your tacos soft or crunchy, with beef or chicken, you can save money on … [Read more...] about National Taco Day Freebies and Deals 2023
6 ways to save at least $400 this month
Are you independently wealthy, or could you use six ways to save $400 this month? You may be looking for ways to free up some cash to pay for college, afford your children's clothes, pay for holiday gifts or just be able to sock away more money for retirement. Recently, we revisited some of our … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save at least $400 this month
Find consignment sales to help you save on kids’ stuff
Consignment sales offer a great way to save money on kids' clothes, toys, nursery items and maternity wear, and they're springing up all over the country. Seasonal consignment sales are increasingly popular as a way to replenish the kids' closets with gently used, good quality children's … [Read more...] about Find consignment sales to help you save on kids’ stuff
It’s never too late: Free tuition for seniors
One of my favorite public radio shows features an audience quiz, “Things You Should Have Learned in School Had You Been Paying Attention.” I love listening to the show, but that quiz stumps me every week. Truth be told, I didn’t pay much attention in school because I was eager to get on with … [Read more...] about It’s never too late: Free tuition for seniors
Send your new college student out shopping with these tips
It's finally time to send your first child off to college. The stores are starting to bombard you with tons of off-to-college sales, and you find yourself getting sidetracked and sucked in by all of the offers. You can't help thinking that your best bet is to buy her everything she might … [Read more...] about Send your new college student out shopping with these tips
How to save thousands around the house
We are all looking for ways to save money, especially if you are a homeowner. Homes and their regular upkeep and maintenance can easily drain your wallet. In this busy world, there can still be ways to DIY that don't consume every second of your free time but still save thousands on home … [Read more...] about How to save thousands around the house
Sales tax holidays for back-to-school shopping
Some states have sales tax holidays every summer to assist families with getting their kids outfitted for school. Some states also have a sales tax holiday that focuses on hurricane preparedness items or energy-saving appliances. If you plan to make one of those purchases, and it’s not an emergency … [Read more...] about Sales tax holidays for back-to-school shopping
DIY summer camp for kids
For many, summer camps have become as integral a part of childhood as school. They provide a safe place for the children of working parents, allow kids to explore new activities and retain and continue their learning, and so much more.If you do your homework and start looking early, it is … [Read more...] about DIY summer camp for kids
Military & vets enjoy 10% discount at Target for Independence Day
To celebrate Independence Day, Target is offering a discount for military personnel, veterans and their families.Qualifying customers enjoy 10% off two separate purchases. You must be a member of Target Circle and verify your military status. The offer is redeemable June 25 to July 4, … [Read more...] about Military & vets enjoy 10% discount at Target for Independence Day
How to keep kids busy at home and help them learn
Most parents learn about child development as they go. Moms, dads, grandmas and grandpas try to tailor plans that keep everyone happy — but anyone who has spent more than a few minutes around little ones knows that children's attention spans are short. Sometimes parents (and teachers) can run out of … [Read more...] about How to keep kids busy at home and help them learn
How to get a good deal on renting your first apartment
Striking out on your own for the first time can be exciting, but the whole thing can be daunting. Today's renters face a different housing world than their parents did at the same age. Almost one in four millennials say they expect to rent forever, according to research by Apartment List, an … [Read more...] about How to get a good deal on renting your first apartment
Want to live without a car? Car sharing may be an option
With the prices of car ownership steadily increasing, more people are wondering if they can become a one-car family or even get rid of their personal vehicle entirely. In the past, this was only realistic in big cities with good public transportation. Nowadays, though, the "sharing economy" that … [Read more...] about Want to live without a car? Car sharing may be an option
Military families get free museum admission across U.S.
Taking an entire family to a museum can run into the three figures. But military families can get a big break thanks to Blue Star Museums, a collaboration among the National Endowment for the Arts, Blue Star Families and the Department of Defense.The program offers FREE admission to more … [Read more...] about Military families get free museum admission across U.S.
Can you get high-speed internet for $30 a month or free? Maybe.
Online classes. Working remotely. Online job applications and bill paying. High-speed internet access is as critical to the modern world as electricity, but it can also be hard to afford. But there's good news for people who have struggled to pay for internet access at home.As part of the … [Read more...] about Can you get high-speed internet for $30 a month or free? Maybe.