I'm a culture junkie. Whether it's an art museum or a history center, I want to check it out, and whenever it houses a new temporary exhibition, it lures me in again. The downside of my addiction: Admission fees add up quickly.To get my fix without breaking the bank, I use a few tricks to score … [Read more...] about Free Museum Day in September and 8 other ways to visit museums on the cheap
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10 cheap, easy ways to stage your home for sale
You’ve decided to sell your home, and you want to get top dollar for it. That means you need to stage your home for sale — in other words, prep your house so it looks more appealing to potential buyers. You’ve seen the TV shows where homeowners spend thousands of dollars to bring in new furniture … [Read more...] about 10 cheap, easy ways to stage your home for sale
What to include in a minimalist wedding registry
One of the things I struggled with the most while planning my wedding was registering for gifts. My fiancée and I are both past 30. We have a stocked kitchen. Our home lacks for nothing, really. Then there is the issue of space. We already live in a small space and don't have much room for more … [Read more...] about What to include in a minimalist wedding registry
Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2024 — top deals and discounts
Now is the time to score some great deals on Amazon's Big Spring Sale. While they might offer Prime Day deals and sales throughout the year, the spring sale also has some great deals. You can score BIG savings on items - and stock up on things you need! The Big Spring Sale is … [Read more...] about Amazon’s Big Spring Sale 2024 — top deals and discounts
How to watch March Madness without cable 2024
When spring rolls around, some people are excited about sunshine, warmer weather, and getting outside. However, to college basketball fans, the spring months are some of the most exciting of the year. The NCAA March Madness basketball tournament is an annual highlight.CBS and Turner Sports … [Read more...] about How to watch March Madness without cable 2024
Sam’s Club Groupon
There's a new Groupon for Sam's Club! This deal on a Sam's Club membership is a one-year membership for $25, or you can purchase the $35 package that comes with Member's Mark extras. It's hard to know how long the deal will last, so you might want to move quickly to make sure you get it.Be sure … [Read more...] about Sam’s Club Groupon
Old-school, no-tech gifts for kids
Technology is great, but when it come to younger children, it has not-so-great aspects, including the creation of ecowaste, negative effects on children's attention spans and problems associated with social media use by preteens. And, less importantly but of more immediate significance, the … [Read more...] about Old-school, no-tech gifts for kids
Cheap stocking stuffers for kids
Granted, the video game crowd is hard to impress, but every kid deserves a goody-filled stocking on Christmas morning. To keep from breaking the bank on this beloved Christmas tradition, think cheap when you’re looking for stocking stuffers.Traditional stocking stuffers that are relatively … [Read more...] about Cheap stocking stuffers for kids
50 white-elephant gift exchange ideas
White Elephant gift exchanges, or as some call them, Yankee Swaps, are about as popular as ugly Christmas sweater parties. Finding the perfect gift can be difficult because there are often a variety of people participating, and you may have to gear the appropriateness around the type of party: … [Read more...] about 50 white-elephant gift exchange ideas
10 great gifts for under $10
Does your Christmas gift list stretch from here to the mailbox? Do you need to buy for aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews as well as your immediate family? That can add up to a hefty credit card bill come January. We have some ideas for great gifts you can get for under $10 – where … [Read more...] about 10 great gifts for under $10
10 great affordable gadget gifts
This list of gifts would make perfect stocking stuffers or gifts for guys and girls who love gadgets. The best part is that they are all affordable, with most less than $35, and you can get free shipping if your order total is over a certain amount. Most of these are items that I've given in the … [Read more...] about 10 great affordable gadget gifts
How to simplify your life (in 3 easy steps)
You want to simplify your life, but don't know where or how to start. Maybe you’re thinking about retirement, or you’re looking to change jobs, or the return to work and school seems overwhelming again. Your journey to happiness starts now.When I think of the word “simplify” I am reminded of … [Read more...] about How to simplify your life (in 3 easy steps)
See tourist attractions for less with CityPASS
When my kids were small, my family and I took a weekend road trip to see Philadelphia. In doing my research to find kid-friendly attractions, I came across CityPASS, a discount program that hand picks tourist spots and offers tickets at deep discounts in 16 cities. It was convenient, saved us money, … [Read more...] about See tourist attractions for less with CityPASS
Affordable Father’s Day gifts that aren’t neckties
Father's Day is coming — step away from the tie rack. The world of online shopping can offer you tons of creative and affordable Father's Day gift ideas that are not the cliched necktie. Whether you need to pick up a cheap and easy Dad gift that's still thoughtful, or have a little more cash to … [Read more...] about Affordable Father’s Day gifts that aren’t neckties
Buy your own smart router and save on internet costs
While companies like Comcast, Cox, Verizon, AT&T, and CenturyLink try to lease you a modem and router combo for your internet service, you are not required to take it. Instead, you can buy your own modem and router to own your own device and avoid that monthly fee. This post … [Read more...] about Buy your own smart router and save on internet costs