Banks push plastic, and how! Credit cards, debit cards and cash can all be used to buy things, but they have very different costs and benefits. The more you know, the less money you'll lose in fees and fraud charges.CardHub, a website that tracks the credit card industry, released its 2013 … [Read more...] about Credit or debit? What you should know about fraud
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Free hands-on craft workshops for kids
If your kids love to get their hands dirty, they've got ample ways to get creative on the cheap. During free hands-on craft workshops offered at major retailers, they can assemble Lego creations, build their own birdhouses and jewelry boxes, turn clay pots into animals or decorative gifts and more, … [Read more...] about Free hands-on craft workshops for kids
AAA: Good for drivers, great for discounts
Even when you’re not behind the wheel, belonging to AAA offers potential perks.AAA partners with a variety of retailers, restaurants, hotels, attractions and other businesses to offer discounts to its members. Various online outlets, including Reebok and Target, also offer perks for AAA … [Read more...] about AAA: Good for drivers, great for discounts
5 ways to benefit from post-Valentine sales
If you're a frugal shopper like me, then you know about the trick of day-after sales to stock up on supplies for the following year. For instance, every roll of wrapping paper I have in my house was purchased on Dec. 26 or later.What you may not realize is that after-Valentine's Day sales are … [Read more...] about 5 ways to benefit from post-Valentine sales
The 411 on the FAFSA for college financial aid
If you are the parent of a college student or soon-to-be college student, you need to get all your paperwork together now so you can fill out the FAFSA.What's the FAFSA? It is the Free Application for Federal Student Aid, and it is the only way that families can apply for federal and state … [Read more...] about The 411 on the FAFSA for college financial aid
Free eagle-watching events and tours
January used to be one of those months for biding your time, waiting for an exciting holiday or better weather. Holiday bills are coming in, the days are blustery in many parts of the country and spring looks a long way off.Of course, those conditions still exist, but a relatively new winter … [Read more...] about Free eagle-watching events and tours
OpenTable.com: Get free dining
If you like dining out, but hate trying to make a reservation, check out OpenTable.com. This is one of our favorite websites. Why? You simply type in the date and time you want to dine, number of people in your party and general location or neighborhood you want to dine in. Presto! The system tells … [Read more...] about OpenTable.com: Get free dining
Does keeping chickens save money on eggs?
Backyard chicken keeping is sweeping the nation, but is it really cheaper to keep your own chickens for eggs? Unfortunately, there’s no hard-boiled answer. Consider a few facts from an experienced keeper to help you decide.First, do you care what sort of eggs you eat? If you always buy the … [Read more...] about Does keeping chickens save money on eggs?
5 ways to save using coconut oil as a beauty product
The buzz about coconut oil is big, and if you haven't jumped onboard, now is the time. This natural oil, once shunned by health professionals, is now gaining press as a healthy source of fat in your diet. Other possible benefits of coconut oil include boosting your metabolism, improving thyroid … [Read more...] about 5 ways to save using coconut oil as a beauty product
7 little-known homeowner insurance traps
Do you know what your homeowner's insurance policy covers should you file a claim in 2013? Yes, it's not exciting, but with more insurers are inserting provisions to shift risk and costs to homeowners, a careful read is more important than ever, say the experts at the Consumer Federation of America … [Read more...] about 7 little-known homeowner insurance traps
Get charities to take your unwanted stuff
You'd think charities would do back flips over your unwanted items. But unless you have the ability and strength to get them out of your home, you'd be wrong. When I recently combined two households I called all the biggies (Goodwill, Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity), anxious to donate quality … [Read more...] about Get charities to take your unwanted stuff
Best gifts under $25 for fitness buffs
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Give the gift of health and wellness to friends or family members who are into fitness and biking, or would like to be more active. These gifts are affordable cover a variety of activities. As a fitness enthusiast myself, I already own these items or would buy them self (or have them on … [Read more...] about Best gifts under $25 for fitness buffs
5 perfect, affordable gifts for crafters
We all know her and some of us hate her: the gal who can whip up a clever place tag, a holiday banner, a birthday card like magic. Pssst, she has a secret up her sleeve, and chances are she's always jonesing for more supplies to make that happen. Here are five craft tools you can wrap up to … [Read more...] about 5 perfect, affordable gifts for crafters
Where to find free and cheap audiobooks
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So many books, so little time. Thank goodness for audiobooks and the talented voice actors who read to us while we're driving or exercising or otherwise engaged. You can find tens of thousands of books in audio format, many of them for low or no cost if you know where to look. Here are five sources … [Read more...] about Where to find free and cheap audiobooks
Cheap! cheap! cheap! 1 chicken yields 4 meals
The goal of the government during the Great Depression was to have “a chicken in every pot.” Well, there’s a good reason they picked chicken. Even though the prices on poultry have gone up, along with everything else, it’s still a bargain. When my kids were growing up, a Sunday’s roast chicken was … [Read more...] about Cheap! cheap! cheap! 1 chicken yields 4 meals
