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Budget-friendly glamping in an RV delivered to you

For those of us who define "roughing it" as packing our own road-trip food until we arrive at our hotel, camping has never held much appeal. "Glamping" in an RV, on the other hand, seems like a great compromise: Enjoy the beauties … [Read More...]

Is Sam’s Club membership worth it?

For families and those who have space in their homes to buy in … [Read More...]

How to watch college football without cable (2022)

College football season is one of the most exciting in American … [Read More...]

Online yard sales, beyond Craigslist

It's always fun to get new stuff, and even better if you can … [Read More...]

18 strategies for $4-a-day budget meal planning and grocery shopping

The trend for extreme budget meal planning was popularized by … [Read More...]

It’s never too late: Free tuition for seniors

One of my favorite public radio shows features an audience … [Read More...]

More Money-Saving Tips

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.

12 hacks to cut your grocery bill in half

You don’t have to be an extreme couponer or treat a supermarket visit like you’re invading a hostile country. Here are 12 simple ways to cut your grocery bills in half ¬— including one research-based tip that we bet you’ve never heard of.

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.

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 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.

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.

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6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes

Most parents do not relish back-to-school clothes shopping. The crowds and the cost create a less-than-enjoyable … [Read More...]

Easy ways to give back to your kids’ school

As schools try to balance their budgets while keeping up with always-increasing expenses, they are looking more to … [Read More...]

Can a Chromebook replace your laptop?

One of the best freebies I’ve ever received from a company was a Chromebook. The CR-48 was the first Chromebook offered … [Read More...]

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 … [Read More...]

6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes

Most parents do not relish back-to-school clothes shopping. The crowds and the cost create a less-than-enjoyable … [Read More...]

Is Sam’s Club membership worth it?

For families and those who have space in their homes to buy in large quantity, a warehouse store membership often makes … [Read More...]

7 great (and cheap) baby shower gifts

If you have lots of friends and family members having babies, you’ve probably realized that the cost of baby shower … [Read More...]

Find consignment sales to help you save on kids’ stuff

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Enjoy free admission to hundreds of museums across U.S. Sept. 17

As part of Smithsonian Magazine’s Museum Day, get FREE admission for two to hundreds of venues across the U.S. Sept. 17.

7 ways to cut costs of kids’ activities

Don’t spend the equivalent of college tuition on your child’s extracurricular activities like sports, music and dance. Get high-quality kids’ classes for less using these seven tips.