For the first time in decades, American shoppers are having to deal with inflation — the widespread, general rise in prices for goods and services. Since you're reading this post on a site called Living on the Cheap, you're … [Read More...]
Latest Tips for Living Well on Less
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5 surprising ways your smartphone can save you money
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Dining Deals
Chili’s 3 For Me special includes beverage, appetizer and entrée for discounted price
Chili’s 3 For Me special offers customers a drink, appetizer and entrée — all starting at just $10.99.
Menchie’s swirls buy-one-get-one free froyo & toppings on National Frozen Yogurt Day
Burger King offers two new meal deals, the Duo and Trio — starting at $5
Eat free on your anniversary with restaurant freebies and specials
Baskin-Robbins offers sweet savings on the 31st of the month in 2025
Taco Bell offers three Luxe Cravings Boxes with lots of savings
Starbucks pours free beverage for new loyalty members
Chicken Salad Chick scoops free chicken salad on Jan. 23
How to enjoy 99-cent corn dogs at Sonic Drive-In
Latest Entertainment Deals
15 fun things to do between Christmas and New Year’s
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Money Smarts
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.
8+ ways to get a cheap gym membership
Want to get fit on the cheap, but outdoor activities don’t appeal? Here are six easy ways to save big on a gym membership.
12 hacks to slash your grocery bill
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.
Get cash back on gas and other everyday purchases (yes – for real!)
When budgets are squeezed, saving money on gas is one of the first people look for savings. Here are our best tips for how to spend less on gasoline for your vehicle.
6 ways to save on air conditioning
You may have heard a lot of these tips for saving money on air conditioning, but are you actually doing them?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Things To Do With Kids
Fun snow activities for kids
Of course, there’s sledding and snowman building, but if you’re looking for something a little different, here are other fun, cheap things for kids to do when it snows.
How to teach your kids about budgets
If you don’t want to be supporting your children when they’re 30, start teaching them about money when they’re 3, experts say. Here are nine ways to teach your children to budget.
Start the new year with a First Day Hike
America’s State Parks program kicks off the new year with some 600 First Day hikes in states parks nationwide on Jan. 1.
Free personalized letter to Santa
The holiday season is here, and with it comes all the magic and wonder that fills the hearts of children and families alike! What better way to capture that excitement than with a special letter to Santa? We’ve created a free, easy-to-use printable that makes sharing wishes, dreams, and a little holiday cheer with Santa […]
