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 your house and yard Use green cuttings from your yard such as ivy, rosemary, bay … [Read more...] about How to save money on a summer party
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How to keep summer veggies fresh to avoid food waste
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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 about one-third of your grocery shopping dollars, and fresh vegetables top the list. Those crisp heads of lettuce and feathery … [Read more...] about How to keep summer veggies fresh to avoid food waste
How to find the cheapest ridesharing option
Most of my ride-hailing experiences have been uneventful — except for one recent trip to the airport. On a rainy afternoon, I failed to connect with my driver, which precipitated a soggy 20-minute delay. That got me thinking: Maybe I could benefit from some advice on how to use ride-hailing services … [Read more...] about How to find the cheapest ridesharing option
How to keep kids busy at home and help them learn
Most parents learn about child development as they go. Moms, dads, grandmas and grandpas try to tailor plans that keep everyone happy — but anyone who has spent more than a few minutes around little ones knows that children's attention spans are short. Sometimes parents (and teachers) can run out of … [Read more...] about How to keep kids busy at home and help them learn
17 summer water-saving tips to reduce your bill
In summer, water usage can account for as much as 50% or more of your monthly utility bill, depending on where you live. Learning how to conserve water during the hottest months not only can save you money, but it's good for the planet. It's doubly important to think about ways to save on water use … [Read more...] about 17 summer water-saving tips to reduce your bill
How to save on shopping using credit card perks
As you make your shopping list, there is one other list you should make, though you may have to check it twice: What kind of additional deals or perks can you get using your credit cards?Buying with some cards gives you purchase protection, a refund if the price drops, an extended return period … [Read more...] about How to save on shopping using credit card perks
Get free coffee grounds for gardening, composting and more at Starbucks
Have you ever wondered what Starbucks does with all of those used coffee grounds every day? The popular café serves millions of cups of coffee daily, so that means there are lots of coffee grounds left behind.Rather than just throwing them away, Starbucks makes good use of them. The company … [Read more...] about Get free coffee grounds for gardening, composting and more at Starbucks
Money management strategies for new grads
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Looking to impart some financial wisdom on the soon-to-be college grads in your life? We turned to Scott Gamm, author of More Money, Please: The Financial Secrets You Never Learned in School, to help you do just that.As someone who wrote a book on finances when he was in his twenties, … [Read more...] about Money management strategies for new grads
Downsize your clutter and build wealth
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Are you ready to downsize your home and save money? If so, you'll need to decide which of your current belongings you're going to keep and which need to go. Even if you're not planning on moving, decluttering can save you money by freeing up space and keeping you from buying more storage … [Read more...] about Downsize your clutter and build wealth
13 ways to save money on road trips
Sometimes a good old-fashioned road trip is just the vacation you need. Driving vacations can be as leisurely or as hectic as you want, and you never have to stick to a schedule. They also can be more affordable than trips involving flights and resorts.That’s not to say there aren’t expenses. … [Read more...] about 13 ways to save money on road trips
Got clutter? Here’s where you can donate
Most people will agree that clutter is bad. It takes up valuable space in your home, is difficult to clean around, and makes it hard for you to keep organized and find things. Cleaning out your household and clothing clutter can earn you money if you choose to sell it, but that can take time and … [Read more...] about Got clutter? Here’s where you can donate
Vacation hacks to save money on flights, car rentals, cruises and lodging
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You’ve got your destination picked out, you’ve researched itineraries and you’re ready to plunk down some cash to book your next vacation. How much you spend or save depends on the booking tricks you have up your sleeve. Know the secrets to finding lower-priced flights, hotels, cruises, car rentals … [Read more...] about Vacation hacks to save money on flights, car rentals, cruises and lodging
See tourist attractions for less with CityPASS
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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
Enjoy food and drink deals with Red Robin’s Happy Hour specials
Cheers to savings! There's that special time of the day, when you can relax with friends and family — all while enjoying bargain bites and discounted drinks.It's called Happy Hour! And Red Robin just introduced a line-up of new Happy Hour specials, Monday to Friday from 3 p.m. to 6 p.m. (local … [Read more...] about Enjoy food and drink deals with Red Robin’s Happy Hour specials
Cooking for 1 – or 2 – without waste
When we live alone or with just one other person, it can be hard to scale down portion sizes so that you don’t waste a lot of food or end up throwing your grocery money in the trash.It’s not only a poor financial investment, it’s just wrong to waste that much food! So how do we avoid tossing out … [Read more...] about Cooking for 1 – or 2 – without waste
