Many fry fans believe McDonald's has the best fries — no questions asked. And there's no better day to celebrate the salty side dish (or snack!) than on "Fry-day"...better known as National French Fry Day. The Golden Arches is celebrating National French Fry Day by giving away … [Read more...] about Get free large fries at McDonald’s on National French Fry Day
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Plan the perfect summer picnic for less
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Use our tips to plan the perfect summer picnic on a budget. Whether you're planning to do a backyard picnic for the family or putting together a picnic in the park for you and your best friends, it doesn't have to be expensive. With a little forethought (and our summer picnic checklist), it’s easy … [Read more...] about Plan the perfect summer picnic for less
Does your pet need food stamps? Resources for pet care when you can’t afford it
Owning a pet can be one of the most rewarding relationships in your life. Pets are loyal, loving and even provide health benefits for their owners, such as lower blood pressure and stress reduction. Unfortunately, pets can be expensive when you add up food costs, supplies and trips to the … [Read more...] about Does your pet need food stamps? Resources for pet care when you can’t afford it
How to do your own landscaping: DIY landscape design to save money
If you want a garden that turns heads but won't empty your wallet, do your own landscaping. It’s easy to familiarize yourself with the basic principles of landscaping design in order to create the yard of your dreams. Follow our step-by-step guide to DIY landscaping on a budget. With these … [Read more...] about How to do your own landscaping: DIY landscape design to save money
Military Appreciation discounts available all year
Although May (for Military Appreciation Month) and November (for Veterans Day) are full of advertising about military discounts and freebies, lots of deals are available 365 days a year. As a veteran, my best advice when it comes to navigating military discounts is always ask. … [Read more...] about Military Appreciation discounts available all year
How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
Many people want to start a vegetable garden to save money. It's no wonder, since buying produce at the market can cost eight times more than growing your own. To help you in your quest to grow vegetables, we've compiled the following list of vegetable garden tips and ideas to help you keep the … [Read more...] about How to start a vegetable garden on the cheap
What you need to do before buying a trampoline
As sure as spring turns into summer, or wish lists for Santa are being made, many parents across the nation will soon give into their children's pleas and buy a backyard trampoline. As you might guess, a trampoline is one item that you don't want to buy second-hand, second-rate or, … [Read more...] about What you need to do before buying a trampoline
18 cheap and easy DIY home improvement projects
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You bought a new home, and the list of projects that need to be done is larger than your bank account. Or, the home you bought years ago is looking a little dated, and you don’t have the money to hire someone to give it that much-needed face-lift. Many easy do-it-yourself projects that will … [Read more...] about 18 cheap and easy DIY home improvement projects
Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
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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 modern. … [Read more...] about Projects to bring your 1950s house into the modern age
How to find a reliable, honest home contractor
For most homeowners, the hardest part of any home renovation project isn’t the work itself, it’s finding a competent and reliable contractor to do the job. Installing kitchen cabinets, knocking down a wall or tiling the bathroom is simple compared with the struggle of hiring a quality contractor who … [Read more...] about How to find a reliable, honest home contractor
Rent an RV for spring travel
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It's already been a long winter, but as always, we can still look forward to spring. Whether you want to enjoy walking in bare feet again on a sunny beach or be dazzled by a kaleidoscope of wildflowers in bloom, travel is a great way to decompress and reconnect — with nature, with loved ones … [Read more...] about Rent an RV for spring travel
How to cook with fresh pumpkin
Fall is here, and it's time for hot cider, hearty stews and, naturally, pumpkins. They’re everywhere – piled in front of grocery stores and farmers markets, decorating the classroom and even gracing the front desk at the gym. And why not? They’re colorful, festive, have a long shelf life and … yes, … [Read more...] about How to cook with fresh pumpkin
7 ways to get free money for college
My niece, Kendalynne Hohe, a kindergarten teacher in Independence, Mo., is an expert at finding free money for college. She not only paid for four years of college using nothing but grants and scholarships, but also walked away with an extra $5,000 when she graduated with a degree in … [Read more...] about 7 ways to get free money for college
Which free cloud storage solution is best?
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While few people knew the term “cloud computing” just a decade ago, the cloud has become an important part of our digital lives. Cloud services now cover important needs like email, music, photos, and other files. One of the most important uses of the cloud is personal file storage. Fortunately, you … [Read more...] about Which free cloud storage solution is best?
6 ways to get discounts on haunted houses
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In some cities, haunted houses are a rite of passage, but the cost of being spooked can be quite frightening. Fear not. The prospect of finding an affordable haunt may not be as grave as you think. Here are some tips that may keep you from being buried —in debt, that is: Go during the … [Read more...] about 6 ways to get discounts on haunted houses
