Halloween will be here before you know it. There's no need to settle for the high-priced, mass-produced, store-bought costumes (although we have seen some clever and cute ones on Amazon). We've gathered up easy and inexpensive … [Read More...]
Latest Tips for Living Well on Less
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Dining Deals
Chuck E. Cheese celebrates Halloween with lots of events and giveaways in October
Chuck E. Cheese hosts its Halloween Boo-tacular celebration with lots of family-friendly activities and giveaways — from October 2 to 31.
National Taco Day Freebies and Deals 2023
Free and cheap perks on National Coffee Day 2023
Restaurant deals by day
Restaurants offering senior discounts
Sonic Drive-In offers $1.99 Footlong Quarter Pound Coneys Sept. 20
QDOBA Mexican Eats offers free large side of queso for one day only
Burger King offers new daily deal (including free food!) for one week
Enjoy 50-cent Double Cheeseburger at McDonald’s on National Cheeseburger Day
Money Smarts
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.
Frugal living guide: How to have less stuff and save money
Here are ways you can reduce consumption, shop more thoughtfully, limit the amount of stuff you have, and painlessly adopt a happier, healthier and more frugal living style.
How to cut the cost of pet care
Owning a pet can be expensive, but there are ways to cut the costs, including homemade toys and treats. We’ve got instructions and recipes.
How to watch pro sports live without cable TV 2023
If you don’t have cable, you can still watch pro football, baseball and other major league sports. Here’s how.
Do a no-spend challenge to see where you can save
Can you go an entire month only spending money on absolute necessities? Take the no-spend challenge to find out -— and jumpstart your savings.
10 Depression-era hacks and frugal living ideas to save money now
During the Great Depression, people employed 1930s frugality and simple-living tricks to save money and survive the lean years. Use their tricks to save money today.
The secret to serving a quick, cheap family dinner every night
How can you keep your family meals inexpensive and easy? Our expert (who’s also a mom) maps out a day-to-day guide.
4 phone calls that can lower your bills
Spending time on the phone with customer service can be annoying, but it can also trim your monthly utility, phone, insurance and credit-card bills.
18 strategies for $6-a-day budget meal planning and grocery shopping
Could you live on a $6-a-day food budget? One of our writers tried it, and here’s what she found out.
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.
Things To Do With Kids
Chuck E. Cheese celebrates Halloween with lots of events and giveaways in October
Chuck E. Cheese hosts its Halloween Boo-tacular celebration with lots of family-friendly activities and giveaways — from October 2 to 31.
A complete guide to celebrating Halloween on the cheap
You can enjoy Halloween without saying RIP to your budget. We’ve put together a complete guide to celebrating Halloween on the cheap, including advice on how to save on Halloween party food, costumes for people and pets, decorations, entertaining, haunted houses and more.
101 easy and cheap Halloween costume ideas for 2023
Halloween will be here before you know it. You don’t have to spend a scary amount of money to create a memorable costume. We’ve got 100+ ideas for DIY looks for kids, adults, families and groups of friends.
How to host a kid’s birthday party for less than $100
It’s simple to throw a child’s party on your own without burning through the college fund. One your kid and guests will love can be easily pulled together for less than $100.
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.
