Brad Cross expected to pay just $350 for a Honda Accord he rented last June for four days from Avis in Salt Lake City. Instead, the car rental company broadsided him with a surprise $2,974 charge to his credit card. “Avis said the rental was extended into a one-way rental and dropped in another … [Read more...] about How to avoid surprise rental car charges
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4 money talks to have with your family
Finances are a family affair, and there’s no better time than the present to take stock of your spending and saving. Call a family meeting and start working together to spend wisely, save more and work toward financial goals together. Here are some conversation starters. What are we paying … [Read more...] about 4 money talks to have with your family
Walmart, Aldi roll back prices on Thanksgiving staples
Add this to your list of things to be thankful for: Just like last year, Walmart and Aldi have rolled back prices on classic Thanksgiving ingredients to pre-inflationary levels. Walmart's rollback will also save you money on your Christmas feast: Prices will be good through Dec. 26, 2023. Here's … [Read more...] about Walmart, Aldi roll back prices on Thanksgiving staples
7 sneaky travel charges to avoid
We are about to enter what is traditionally one of the busiest travel seasons of the year. With everything else on your mind, it's easy to overlook extra fees and charges that some business find a way to sneak into your travel budget. These expenses may not be advertised in … [Read more...] about 7 sneaky travel charges to avoid
5 easy, cheap, healthy lunches for the work week
Eating out for your workday lunch is a quick way to bust your budget. If your daily lunch costs $10 (and it will, including a drink and taxes), a 5-day workweek will use up $2600 of your hard-earned money annually. But many claim there just isn't time to pack a sack before leaving for work — or that … [Read more...] about 5 easy, cheap, healthy lunches for the work week
Why you should be glad to see Christmas trees in stores already
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It’s October, so naturally the department stores are telling me I should be shopping for Christmas tree ornaments, winter coats, and stocking stuffers. Don’t tell them that I haven’t even bought my kids’ Halloween costumes yet, and I just picked up my first bag of candy corn (even though I first … [Read more...] about Why you should be glad to see Christmas trees in stores already
Halloween movie night ideas
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Halloween is slowly creeping up on us, but the day isn’t all about trick-or-treating. It’s also about watching some great Halloween movies that make us laugh with the kids or keep us up all night hiding in horror under the covers. Here's what's ahead: Scary (or fun) Halloween … [Read more...] about Halloween movie night ideas
Think you’re saving on high-end stuff at outlet stores? Think again
With the holiday season fast approaching, now is as good a time as any to review what we're really getting at outlet stores. This isn’t meant to discourage people from shopping at outlets; it’s just to advise and to make us better shoppers. Overall, you can save money at an outlet store. The same … [Read more...] about Think you’re saving on high-end stuff at outlet stores? Think again
A complete guide to celebrating Halloween on the cheap
With more than 41 million potential trick-or-treaters knocking on 120 million doors, Halloween can become one of our most expensive holidays. But even if you don't want to spend a lot, there is no need to turn off the lights and pretend you aren’t home or try to persuade your kids that sweets are … [Read more...] about A complete guide to celebrating Halloween on the cheap
10 cheap and easy Halloween costumes for pets
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Perhaps your pet is participating in a Halloween parade. Or maybe she’s strutting her fluff at a mutt masquerade. Whether it’s for an event or just a fun family photo in the living room, sometimes pets allow you to dress them up. Stores and online retailers are stocked with adorable … [Read more...] about 10 cheap and easy Halloween costumes for pets
4 fun, cheap Halloween alternatives
Halloween can be a fun time for children and adults to dress up, stock up on candy and celebrate fall. Some families prefer to forgo trick-or-treating in favor of other activities. Some neighborhoods aren’t pedestrian-friendly, and some families prefer to take the focus off the spooky and scary … [Read more...] about 4 fun, cheap Halloween alternatives
4 easy and cheap Halloween decorations
The Halloween season is upon us, making it the perfect time to get started on ghoulishly good crafts and cheap Halloween decorations. Gather some items from around the house, stop at a craft store with a coupon for the rest, and you can make your house spooky on the cheap or dress up your … [Read more...] about 4 easy and cheap Halloween decorations
6 ways to save by shopping for Christmas gifts super early
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Real frugalistas know that you should start next year’s holiday shopping the day after Christmas. But let’s face it: Not everyone is in the mood. For me, starting after Labor Day is early enough, unless I spot some perfect and irresistible item in May. The thing about early holiday shopping … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save by shopping for Christmas gifts super early
6 ways to save at least $400 this month
Are you independently wealthy, or could you use six ways to save $400 this month? You may be looking for ways to free up some cash to pay for college, afford your children's clothes, pay for holiday gifts or just be able to sock away more money for retirement. Recently, we revisited some of our … [Read more...] about 6 ways to save at least $400 this month
Frugal living guide: How to have less stuff and save money
Frugal living means you buy and use less, saving money and time. Happily, these are also basic tenets of minimalism, which is quite trendy right now so if you like living with less, you're in style! On the other hand, if you are a spendthrift used to buying out of want rather than need, … [Read more...] about Frugal living guide: How to have less stuff and save money
