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15 ways to save money on vacation

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You’ve booked an affordable vacation, but what happens when you arrive at your destination and your brain enters vacation mode? Suddenly, you’ve forgotten your budget, and are jumping at all the you-only-live-once vacation purchases: restaurants, excursions, souvenirs and the like.You can still … [Read more...] about 15 ways to save money on vacation

Smashburger celebrates 15th anniversary with $5.15 burger special for three days

Happy 15th Anniversary, Smashburger! The chain is celebrating 15 years of serving juicy burgers, hot fries and cool milkshakes — the perfect trio for any meal. Smashburger is celebrating the milestone with a juicy special this weekend for burger lovers and bargain hunters alike.From … [Read more...] about Smashburger celebrates 15th anniversary with $5.15 burger special for three days

How not to lose money on expiring travel vouchers

If you’re holding on to travel credits that are about to expire, you don’t have to lose your money. There are ways to use your credits before they become worthless — and there are even ways to get a full refund.Consider what happened to Cynthia Donahue and her husband in 2020. Amtrak canceled … [Read more...] about How not to lose money on expiring travel vouchers

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

How to avoid wasting food in a power outage

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The lights begin to flicker. You hear the regular hum of the refrigerator hiccup, then return. But then it all goes dark. Your power is out.Power outages are common when snow and windstorms take down power lines, or in the summer when power lines can't handle the increased demand. There are … [Read more...] about How to avoid wasting food in a power outage

Tasty recipes for cheap and abundant zucchini

The zucchini are here! The zucchini are here! The world’s cheapest ingredient has arrived in gardens, farmers’ markets and grocery stores, and it’s cheap, cheap, cheap. So what do you do with all this bounty? Well, you can pan-fry it as a side vegetable, cube it and put it on kabobs, slice it … [Read more...] about Tasty recipes for cheap and abundant zucchini

Prepare a home inventory before disaster strikes

It's not a pleasant topic, but what would happen if your home were damaged, burned down, or otherwise destroyed, or if your property was lost or stolen? Would you be able to recall everything you had in your home? Trying to remember when you bought your television in the midst of a disaster is … [Read more...] about Prepare a home inventory before disaster strikes

7 cheap and simple water toys

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If you associate outdoor play with water toys, you may be looking for cheap and simple ways to help your little ones cool off this summer. You don't need to buy that fancy inflatable pool, slip-n-slide or Super Soaker. You can easily transform items you have around the house – or that aren’t … [Read more...] about 7 cheap and simple water toys

How to prep for hurricanes and other disasters on a budget

With a regular torrent of severe weather events, ranging from hurricanes to fires, regularly hitting all parts of the United States, you may be interested in the best ways to prepare to keep yourself and your loved ones safe.You shouldn't sit around worried all day about an unpredictable … [Read more...] about How to prep for hurricanes and other disasters on a budget

5 ways to save on skin care and hair products

There are lots of ways to save big on skin care and hair products when you make small changes in your personal hygiene routine. If you aren’t sure where to start, let me share some money-saving tips based on personal experiences that opened my eyes to areas where I can spend less on … [Read more...] about 5 ways to save on skin care and hair products

6 real lessons from HGTV’s ‘House Hunters’

The revelation that would-be home buyers on HGTV's popular "House Hunters" program may be looking at homes that aren't even for sale has caused a stir. But even if "House Hunters" is, in part, fake, there are some real lessons home buyers should take from the show. We're not saying that the … [Read more...] about 6 real lessons from HGTV’s ‘House Hunters’

Get four burgers for $20 at Smashburger this Father’s Day weekend

With the official start of summer just around the corner, it's time to enjoy one of season's most popular foods — hamburgers.And Smashburger is celebrating the Father's Day weekend with a big, juicy deal for frugal families. From June 17 to 19, the popular burger joint is offering … [Read more...] about Get four burgers for $20 at Smashburger this Father’s Day weekend

Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams gives away free scoops on the first day of summer

Have you heard the latest scoop? Jeni's Splendid Ice Creams is making the first day of summer sweeter for ice cream lovers. (Doesn't that include everyone on the planet?)The popular dessert shop is scooping FREE ice cream on June 21.To get your complimentary scoop, you must be a member … [Read more...] about Jeni’s Splendid Ice Creams gives away free scoops on the first day of summer

How to build an emergency fund

No matter how we may plan, stuff happens. Your glasses break. Your car needs work to pass its emissions test. The water heater goes out. Your employer announced layoffs – and you're one of the victims.Unexpected expenses seem to show up more often than windfalls. That's why you need to set aside … [Read more...] about How to build an emergency fund

Budget-friendly family summer vacation ideas

With summer comes thoughts of family vacations: theme parks and beach stays and island cruises. For families on a budget, fancy resorts and international travel are likely to be costly to consider. The good news is you don’t have to be rich to enjoy a great family vacation."A lot of people have … [Read more...] about Budget-friendly family summer vacation ideas

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