Microwaves, Furnaces, Weddings and Candy
Updated Microwave, Furnace Recommendations
This week we updated our furnaces and microwaves reviews, identifying the best of what's current on the market.
New Reviews
Microwaves. For quick relief of those hunger pangs, turn to a cheap microwave with a variety of one-touch cook buttons and the wattage to quickly heat, cook, and defrost food through-and-through. Our research identified four cheap microwaves costing less than $150 that range in size from 1.1 to 1.6 cubic feet. Consumers say they give good value for the money, but experience suggests new models don't have the staying power of the units they replace.
Furnaces. Just in time for the heating season, we've updated our buying guide to cheap furnaces. Of course, there's no way an item that will cost you at least a couple of thousand dollars can really be called cheap. But we've identified some of the most reliable manufacturers of furnaces under $3,000. The good news is that furnaces these days are much more efficient than the old models. If you have an older furnace, a new, high-efficiency model could cut your energy bills in half.
New Blog Posts
Frugal Wedding Tips. As happy as we are when our friends and family get married, all that traveling, gift giving, and clothes shopping can really add up. We looked into the best ways to save money as a wedding guest -- everything from sharing your hotel room to using store coupons for registry items. Read our guide on How to Be a Frugal Wedding Guest for more ideas.
Halloween Candy. Halloween can be an expensive holiday. With the amount of candy kids eat, you can end up paying not only for the sweets but also for the dentist or doctor. We've rounded up some great substitutes (that kids will actually like) in a blog post on cheap candy alternatives.
