The trend for extreme budget meal planning was popularized by Leanne Brown in her free online book Good and Cheap, developed primarily for those using SNAP (food stamp) benefits. At the time the book was written, the budget was $4 … [Read More...]
Latest Tips for Living Well on Less
It’s never too late: Free tuition for seniors
One of my favorite public radio shows features an audience … [Read More...]
12 fixes that will get you a higher price for your house
If you’re looking to sell your home quickly and for top dollar, … [Read More...]
How to save money on food without using coupons
Groceries for a family of four with young children cost an … [Read More...]
Affordable family cellphone plans
Cellphone plans run from very inexpensive to hundreds of … [Read More...]
AMC Theatres offers blockbuster savings on Discount Tuesdays — $5 for a limited time
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Dining Deals
Dunkin’s fall menu offers $3 pumpkin cold brews and lattes
From August 17 to September 13, enjoy Pumpkin Cream Cold Brew or Pumpkin Spice Signature Latte for just $3 at Dunkin’.
Get $10 gift card bonus at The Cheesecake Factory
Get free fries at McDonald’s every Friday
McDonald’s serves Crispy Chicken Sandwich Meal for just $5
Burger King offers free menu item daily with Perks Week
Shake Shack offers buy-one-get-one free shake this summer
Restaurant deals by day
Chill out with free sundae at Freddy’s for National Frozen Custard Day
National Chicken Wing Day deals and freebies 2022
Money Smarts
18 strategies for $4-a-day budget meal planning and grocery shopping
Could you live on a $5-a-day food budget? One of our writers tried it, and here’s what she found out.
How to save money on food without using coupons
Want to save money on groceries? Here are 11 tactics that are easier and better than using coupons.
Save money on gas with hypermiling techniques
Will keeping your car washed help you save money on gas? What about not using air conditioning? And does it matter how you park your car? Check out these hypermiling techniques and take your automotive thriftiness a step further.
26 adaptable recipes and menu ideas for $4-a-day budget meal planning
Here’s a plan to save both your food budget and your sanity: Shop what’s on sale and cook more or less the same family favorite dishes every week. Here’s how to do it along with 26 easy recipes to get you started.
How to profit from your old CD and DVD collections
In the age of streaming audio and video, your CD and DVD collections are probably just gathering dust. Here’s how you can sell them and help pay for all those streaming subscriptions.
11 ways to save on prescription drugs
Whether you need a prescription filled immediately for a sudden illness or you take drugs for a chronic condition, you can find ways to save on medications.
How to watch pro sports live without cable TV 2022
If you don’t have cable, you can still watch pro football, baseball and other major league sports. Here’s how.
How to beat inflation and save on almost everything
For the first time in decades, American shoppers are having to deal with rising prices on just about everything. At Living on the Cheap, we’ve been helping people stretch their dollars for years. Here’s our advice about how to save money on almost everything, including utilities; car expenses; groceries; entertainment and TV; dining out; clothing; college; and pet care.
Smart habits of millionaires you should adopt
Authors and researchers have studied the habits of self-made millionaires. Some of them are obvious, some less so. How many of them are you putting into practice to help get your finances in order?
How to shop and save at ALDI
ALDI is a discount grocery with a devoted following among penny pinchers. Here’s what to know before you go (like bringing a quarter to unlock the carts) and what items are a must-buy.
Wedding
Thoughtful wedding gifts that don’t cost a fortune
Wedding season is upon us, and for guests that can mean spending a lot of cash. Whether you’re going to a wedding of a … [Read More...]
Ways to save on a wedding dress and bridesmaid dresses
The cost of the average wedding dress in 2021 was $1,800 according to brides.com, but in some parts of the country it … [Read More...]
How to have a great wedding on a small budget
I was never one to dream of a big, traditional wedding with all of the trimmings when I was a little girl. When my … [Read More...]
How to plan a bridal shower on a budget
As with weddings, bridal shower costs can sometimes get out of control. The average cost of a bridal shower is $15 to … [Read More...]
Smart Shopping
30-plus discounts teachers can use all year long
Teachers are rarely paid what they're worth. As a result, many businesses offer discounts to educators … [Read More...]
How to save money on food without using coupons
Groceries for a family of four with young children cost an average of about $1,100 a month in the first half of 2022, … [Read More...]
16 life hacks using pool noodles and other summer clearance items
The bargainista part of me just loves all those end-of-season sales. I get bargain-priced holiday wrap, Halloween … [Read More...]
LEGO celebrates ’90 Years of Play’ by giving away free LEGO Red Brick model
How do you build a worldwide iconic toy for kids of all ages? Brick-by-brick, of course! Whether you've played with … [Read More...]
Things To Do With Kids
Get up to 10 free children’s books from Kellogg’s
Through Sept. 30, Kellogg’s Feeding Reading program is giving away books to families and local libraries across the country.
16 life hacks using pool noodles and other summer clearance items
The bargainista part of me just loves all those end-of-season sales. I get bargain-priced holiday … [Read More...]
Back to school: Is it time for your student to have a phone?
With a son going into fifth grade, I’m one of the few holdouts among the class parents who hasn’t … [Read More...]
10 tips to organize back-to-school life
When the kids go back to school, life should get easier, right? Nope. It gets way more complicated. … [Read More...]
LEGO celebrates ’90 Years of Play’ by giving away free LEGO Red Brick model
How do you build a worldwide iconic toy for kids of all ages? Brick-by-brick, of course! Whether … [Read More...]
Home Crafts & DIY
Even if you think you’re not the DIY type, here are ideas for projects that can save you money and pay off with a sense of accomplishment.
Recipes & Cooking
Cooking at home instead of eating out is cheaper and healthier, but the planning takes time. These ideas can help. Try a new recipe, cook an old favorite or teach your children to cook.
Online Resources
Tips for finding what you need online, including grocery delivery apps, online fitness options and health resources.
