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102 easy and cheap Halloween costume ideas for 2021

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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 homemade Halloween costume ideas for you here. DIY your Halloween … [Read more...] about 102 easy and cheap Halloween costume ideas for 2021

Halloween deals, discounts and freebies 2021

October isn’t just about scary monsters, haunted houses and candy everywhere. It’s also about enjoying lots of sweet deals and freebies for trick-or-treaters of all ages. And, for frugal families, it’s always a big treat, whenever they can save money — especially because the major holidays just … [Read more...] about Halloween deals, discounts and freebies 2021

8 ways to save on Halloween candy

Ding-dong! It’s time to start building your stockpile of candy for the annual parade of trick-or-treaters Oct. 31. It’s estimated Americans spend approximately $2.7 billion on candy every year for Halloween. Of course, bargain boogeymen can be frightened by the high prices on candy this time of … [Read more...] about 8 ways to save on Halloween candy

9 ways to get free or cheap ski lift tickets

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With the cost of ski full-day lift tickets reaching $100 at a handful of high-end resorts, frugal skiers and snowboarders are finding a number of ways to save. Here are nine simple tips to get free or cheap ski lift tickets: 1. Go online to find deeply discounted tickets. Know when and where … [Read more...] about 9 ways to get free or cheap ski lift tickets

10 cheap and easy Halloween costumes for pets

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Perhaps your pet is participating in a Halloween parade. Or maybe she’s strutting her fluff at a mutt masquerade. Whether it’s for an event or just a fun family photo in the living room, sometimes pets allow you to dress them up. Stores and online retailers are stocked with adorable … [Read more...] about 10 cheap and easy Halloween costumes for pets

Stocking stuffers for grown-ups

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Just as you’re never too old to rock 'n' roll, you’re never too old for a stocking from Santa. Chances are your stocking was the first thing you saw when you came into the living room on Christmas morning when you were a child, and now it can bring back warm holiday memories. While receiving … [Read more...] about Stocking stuffers for grown-ups

Scary good (and cheap) Halloween party food

Planning a Halloween party but don't want it to bleed your food budget dry? We've got you covered tighter than a mummy's wrappings! Here are ideas for snacks and beverages for both kids and adults, so no one leaves your celebration looking like a skeleton. (For more Halloween party tips, … [Read more...] about Scary good (and cheap) Halloween party food

Save on car insurance, even if it’s your first time buying

There’s a lot of wiggle room in between having enough coverage in case of an accident and not paying extra for coverage you may not need. It can be confusing to navigate the lawyer-speak in a policy, especially if you're buying insurance for the first time. But with a little research, you can save … [Read more...] about Save on car insurance, even if it’s your first time buying

Thrifty ways to reuse old pantyhose

If you're like me, you have a drawer full of pantyhose or tights with runs that you can only wear with slacks or boots. But there are lots more ways to recycle pantyhose, stockings and tights and save money in the bargain. All you need is a pair of scissors. Lint mitt: Use the foot part as a … [Read more...] about Thrifty ways to reuse old pantyhose

5 ways to happily live with less

The Merriam-Webster dictionary defines minimalism as “a style or technique that is characterized by extreme spareness and simplicity.” Living on the Cheap readers don’t have to scrimp to use many of the same techniques and start living within their means. Be purposeful in your … [Read more...] about 5 ways to happily live with less

5 little-known ways to apply to colleges for free

Five hundred dollars to apply to college? That's what my high school senior almost spent. No, she didn't fall for some Internet scam. Instead, at one point she had a list of 10 prospective colleges. With each school charging $50 or so to apply, we were likely going to spend as much on college … [Read more...] about 5 little-known ways to apply to colleges for free

26 adaptable recipes and menu ideas for $4-a-day budget meal planning

My experiment with a $4-a-day budget has become a welcome and permanent adjustment to my menu planning and grocery shopping routine. It has saved not only money, but my time as well as some of my sanity. The $4 a day food budget was popularized by Leanne Brown in her free online book, Good and Cheap … [Read more...] about 26 adaptable recipes and menu ideas for $4-a-day budget meal planning

9 cheap house cleaning tips that actually work

You don’t need to spend a fortune to keep your home sparkling clean. Learn how to save money on cleaning supplies and other frugal housekeeping tricks with these nine house cleaning tips that really work. 1. Clean often. It seems counterintuitive, but cleaning your home more often will save … [Read more...] about 9 cheap house cleaning tips that actually work

10 best shopping apps for Black Friday deals 2021

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Are you getting excited about all of the Black Friday deals that are headed your way? More likely, you’re feeling overwhelmed by the constant sneak peeks, early bird deals and Black Friday email blasts flooding your inbox and mailbox this year. Don’t worry about missing out. Phone shopping apps … [Read more...] about 10 best shopping apps for Black Friday deals 2021

How to watch pro sports live without cable TV 2021

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Have you cut the cord on cable TV, but still want to watch pro sports live? Rest assured, you have plenty of options for streaming your favorite sports online. Games are available to watch on nearly any device you own. The trick figuring out how to watch live sports for free is subscribing to the … [Read more...] about How to watch pro sports live without cable TV 2021

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