Get your red hot deals on Hot Dog Day, July 23 ,2020. The month of July is National Hot Dog Month, and some deals may be valid for more than the day itself. The National Hot Dog Day and Sausage Council created National Hot Dog Day in the early 90s, and we are still glad about it. That roll of … [Read more...] about Red hot deals on National Hot Dog Day
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National Ice Cream Day Freebies and Deals
What's better than ice cream? Free ice cream, of course. July is National Ice Cream Month, first designated by President Ronald Reagan in 1984, followed by National Ice Cream Day on the third Sunday of July. Sunny California ranks number one in ice cream production, with Indiana coming in second. … [Read more...] about National Ice Cream Day Freebies and Deals
Ready to travel again? What you need to know
If you're ready to travel again, the travel industry is ready for you. More than ready. But there are a few things you need to know about tourism's grand opening that might surprise you. After the COVID-19 outbreak shut down virtually the entire travel industry, the reopenings have been uneven … [Read more...] about Ready to travel again? What you need to know
How to set (and stick to) a vacation budget
For Kathy Lopez, it’s all about the spreadsheet. When she started planning a future trip to Europe with her friends, she put every expense into a Microsoft Excel spreadsheet to determine how much the month-long adventure would cost. “We’re going to save a lot of money and planning time on the … [Read more...] about How to set (and stick to) a vacation budget
Sales tax holidays for back-to-school shopping
Some states have sales tax holidays around this time of year to assist families with getting their kids outfitted for school. At other times of the year, some states also have a sales tax holiday that focuses on hurricane preparedness items or energy-saving appliances. So if you plan to make one of … [Read more...] about Sales tax holidays for back-to-school shopping
How to save money on food without using coupons
Groceries for a family of four cost an average of $679 to $1,350 a month, not including takeout and restaurant meals, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture. That’s a big chunk of change. But there are ways to spend less on food and still eat a healthy, nutritious diet. And you may … [Read more...] about How to save money on food without using coupons
How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit
This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste. Americans waste about one fourth of their weekly food purchases. According to a study by OnePoll, fruit is at the top of food waste. Bananas, strawberries and apples were found to be the most … [Read more...] about How to preserve and avoid wasting fresh fruit
How to organize your life with peg board
I recently decided to organize my garage using peg board. Before began, I did a little recon work and wow, was I surprised at how much can be done with some simple, inexpensive peg board. No matter what room you want to get into shape, peg board can help, and it's cheap. For less than $30, you … [Read more...] about How to organize your life with peg board
How to save money on a summer party
You like to entertain, but you can't afford to spend a fortune every time you invite people over for a party. Here is our guide to saving money when planning for a summer party or barbecue. Decorate with items from around the house and yard. Arrange them casually down the center of the table, or … [Read more...] about How to save money on a summer party
Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
Perhaps you’ve inherited your grandparents’ house. Or, maybe the best house you could find was a 1950s place that looked like your grandparents’ house. You may actually be lucky. A house built in the 1950s can be easily and fairly inexpensively remodeled into a home that looks like … [Read more...] about Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
Great sites for free photo downloads
I routinely use photos to illustrate stories on Living on the Cheap, but I rarely use my own. Instead, I search for royalty-free websites that offer free downloads of a photo that corresponds to my article topic. The Internet is full of stock photo sites that charge a minimal fee for use. But I can … [Read more...] about Great sites for free photo downloads
How to keep summer veggies fresh to avoid food waste
This article is part of a Don't Throw It Out! series on how to preserve fresh foods and avoid food waste. Food waste by the average American family is estimated at 25 percent of your grocery shopping dollars -- or a little more than $2,000 a year. Fresh vegetables top the list. Those crisp heads … [Read more...] about How to keep summer veggies fresh to avoid food waste
