Cheap is good. Free is better, and there’s a lot to see and do in NYC beyond people-watching in Times Square or Central Park.Whether you are a visitor or native, this NYC on the Cheap list of the best FREE things to do in New York City offers something for everybody. Staten Island … [Read more...] about Best free things to do in New York City
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How to say ‘no’ and teach your kids about money
We’ve all seen it, and if you’re a parent, you’ve certainly experienced a similar scene: Kid melts down, whining in the store that he must have a candy bar, toy or whatever is important in the moment. As the noise escalates, the parent gives in to avoid embarrassment. That’s no way to teach your … [Read more...] about How to say ‘no’ and teach your kids about money
Get tax savings with solar or wind energy systems
With today's available tax credits, this is a good time to install renewable energy upgrades, such as a solar power system, solar water heater, wind energy system (turbine) or geothermal heat pump. Through 2016, homeowners can take advantage of tax credits for residential systems. Additionally, … [Read more...] about Get tax savings with solar or wind energy systems
4 ways to stop old collection calls to your new phone
No one likes to get calls from debt collectors, because it means you’re behind on your bills. But getting calls to your new phone number all day because it used to belong to someone who didn’t pay their bills can be a total nuisance. With more and more phones in use, carriers now recycle old numbers … [Read more...] about 4 ways to stop old collection calls to your new phone
For cheaper beer and wine, bring a growler. A what?
Welcome to Growlers 101. Just as I was several months ago, you may be clueless when it comes to growlers. As in, what the heck is a growler? I first learned about growlers when I received an invitation to a party. In block letters, so I wouldn’t miss the message, it read: BRING YOUR OWN … [Read more...] about For cheaper beer and wine, bring a growler. A what?
How to buy a foreclosure home
Just a few years ago, buying a foreclosed home was seen as a way to get a bargain. With a glut of foreclosures and few buyers perusing the market, lenders were willing to sell homes at a substantial discount just to get rid of them.Those days are gone. Buying a foreclosure can still be a good … [Read more...] about How to buy a foreclosure home
Pack a mini-emergency kit for your car
For many people, summertime means lots of time spent in your car, from running to various activities to taking road trips. Save your sanity and some money by packing a little pouch or bag to store in your car with things that you may need occasionally, but don’t want to carry in your purse or … [Read more...] about Pack a mini-emergency kit for your car
Get cash back when you shop for groceries
Already a coupon clipper but want to save even more? Or maybe you hate to deal with coupons? Either way, you'll want to check out SavingStar. It's a great way to shop at grocery and drug stores and receive cash back. No coupon clipping, no printing. What's the catch? As far as we can tell, there … [Read more...] about Get cash back when you shop for groceries
How to handle money when traveling the world
I love to travel, and I’m fortunate that I’ve been able to do a lot of it. Over the years, I’ve learned a lot of things about how to handle money abroad. If your summer plans include travel to another country or two, these tips may help your trip be a little smoother – and a little less … [Read more...] about How to handle money when traveling the world
New book shares easy DIY home decor projects
Kelly McCants, a Virginia-based author, entrepreneur, blogger, seamstress and mother of two teenagers, has a new book out. It’s called At Home with Modern June: 27 Sewing Projects for Your Handmade Lifestyle. Modern June, in case you’re wondering, is McCants herself, who also wrote Sewing with … [Read more...] about New book shares easy DIY home decor projects
Emergency-proof your life with a bug-out bag
I am not sure if it is the ubiquity of news or the actuality of climate change, but it seems you cannot turn around today without hearing of a disaster striking. Hurricanes, tornadoes, tsunamis, even the upcoming zombie apocalypse are all calling for a single thing.Be prepared.I hate to go … [Read more...] about Emergency-proof your life with a bug-out bag
How to get Bill Gates’ billion-dollar art collection for free
In the 1990s, Microsoft founder Bill Gates created a 22-foot-long “video wall" in his Seattle lakefront home. Gates spent many millions of dollars of his own money to create the world's largest digital art library. The library contained thousands of digitized images of fine art and classic … [Read more...] about How to get Bill Gates’ billion-dollar art collection for free
10 free or cheap things to do in Kansas City
If you've never been to Kansas City, you might be surprised at how much there is to do and see there. There are so many free and cheap things to do in Kansas City, it was hard to narrow this list to just 10. But I thought it would be easier to sort through if I didn’t include too many … [Read more...] about 10 free or cheap things to do in Kansas City
The Coupon Insider: Walgreens tightens coupon policy
Every coupon clipper knows that knowledge is power, especially when it comes to a store's coupon policy. If you're well-informed at checkout, it's one of the best weapons in your arsenal against paying full price. Unfortunately, every store has a different policy on limits, stacking and doubling. … [Read more...] about The Coupon Insider: Walgreens tightens coupon policy
Military families get free annual pass to national parks
Active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). The pass grants them access to more than 2,000 national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands. In partnership with many … [Read more...] about Military families get free annual pass to national parks
