If your spending has gotten out of control or you want to cut down on unnecessary expenses, it might be time to embark on a no-spend challenge. Going an entire month without spending beyond necessities can be an eye-opening experience. We think any budget-minded individual should try a no-spend … [Read more...] about Do a no-spend challenge to see where you can save
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Gift ideas for teachers that will earn you an A+
Do you have a child in school? Whether you have a preschooler, elementary school student, middle schooler, or high school student, you likely are thinking about getting end-of-year or Christmas gifts for your child's teachers. But what are the best gift ideas that teachers will love and won't break … [Read more...] about Gift ideas for teachers that will earn you an A+
Wetzel’s Pretzels: Enjoy free Original Pretzel on National Pretzel Day
This National Pretzel Day offer is totally twisted...and in the best way possible for bargain hunters. There's no better way to celebrate the "salty holiday" than at one of the most popular pretzel shops in the U.S. — Wetzel's Pretzels. In honor of National Pretzel Day, Wetzel’s Pretzels … [Read more...] about Wetzel’s Pretzels: Enjoy free Original Pretzel on National Pretzel Day
How to enjoy discounted corn dogs at Sonic Drive-In
Extra mustard and savings, please! For bargain hunters, there's nothing ever corny about saving money, especially when it means dining on the cheap. Sonic Drive-In occasionally offers discounted corn dogs for one day only on select dates, typically holidays or other notable days. … [Read more...] about How to enjoy discounted corn dogs at Sonic Drive-In
10 ways to save money shopping for clothes
Admit it — you love shopping for clothes. You love going to the mall and browsing the racks of new skirts and shirts at stores like Gap, Banana Republic and Talbots. You spend evenings online, browsing the latest fashions. But you're not rolling in dough. How can you buy a lot of clothes with … [Read more...] about 10 ways to save money shopping for clothes
10 ways to change bad spending habits and save money
Make this the year you make changes to your bad spending habits and have a positive impact on your household budget. It’s easier than you think. Check this list of tips for smart spending and pick a few money-saving strategies to try. Definitely do not adopt them all at once, as you’re bound to … [Read more...] about 10 ways to change bad spending habits and save money
How to save on travel this summer
Pretty much every barometer of travel intent is up for the summer travel season. Inflation and unemployment are low, and consumer sentiment and curiosity are high. What will prices be like this summer? It depends on where you're going. There's good news if you're traveling within the … [Read more...] about How to save on travel this summer
23 restaurants where kids eat free or for cheap
When you take a whole crew out to eat, it can burn through your food budget. Thankfully, many national and local restaurants let kids eat free or at a discount on select days of the week. Taking advantage of these free meals will cut down your restaurant bills and allow you to eat out as a family … [Read more...] about 23 restaurants where kids eat free or for cheap
8 ways to save money on veterinary care
When a close friend had a pacemaker implanted in her ailing Boston terrier, I was astounded. I knew that my friend loved her dog and that she could well afford that level of medical care, but the five-figure price tag of the pacemaker, surgery and follow-up still left me reeling. I … [Read more...] about 8 ways to save money on veterinary care
10 smart ways to spend your tax refund
It’s the most wonderful time of the year for some — the season in which your state and federal government pays its debt to you in the form of a big, fat tax refund. If you’re expecting Uncle Sam to be generous this year, it’s tempting to spend the money on luxury items or vacations as soon as it … [Read more...] about 10 smart ways to spend your tax refund
Passover recipes, crafts for kids and tips for a virtual Seder
Passover is normally a holiday for gathering friends and family. Even though the health restrictions of recent years have eased in most places this spring, many families discovered that technology helped them include loved ones from both near and far in the celebration — and that's a new tradition … [Read more...] about Passover recipes, crafts for kids and tips for a virtual Seder
Restaurants offering senior discounts
After the kids moved out and I had to cook for one, I quickly grew tired of it. At home, I get caught in a routine of chicken soup, pasta and sauce, or fish and potatoes. But when I dine out, I am a global traveler — spicy ethnic food, or juicy burgers and fries. I don't have to shop, and I don't … [Read more...] about Restaurants offering senior discounts
Free Passover resources for families with children
Children play an important role at the Passover celebration. One of the most well-known moments of the Jewish holiday is when the youngest child at the table asks "the four questions," beginning with "How is this night different from all other nights?" As the writer of this essay notes, "In light … [Read more...] about Free Passover resources for families with children
6 ways to use leftover Easter ham
You paid a lot for that Easter ham. Don’t waste those tasty leftovers — or worse yet, ruin them by constant reheating. Ham is a versatile ingredient, and you can find lots of uses for leftover ham besides cheese sandwiches. We found six thrifty ways to turn those Easter leftovers into yummy new … [Read more...] about 6 ways to use leftover Easter ham
What to do with leftover Easter eggs
Are you wondering what to do with what with leftover Easter eggs? Once the holiday has come and gone, everyone is likely on the hunt for leftover Easter egg recipes. The good news is we've got you covered with easy egg recipes and ideas! The Easter eggs have been dyed, hidden, and found … [Read more...] about What to do with leftover Easter eggs