Chocolate Recommendations
Weekly Update: Chocolate Recommendations, Cheap Birthday Parties, and more.
If your post-holiday credit card bill came as an unwelcome surprise, check out the tips we posted this week on how to hop back on the frugal bandwagon. Learn about money-saving strategies and smart ways to plan for upcoming events (think Valentine's Day, birthday parties) that can help keep your spending on track.
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Chocolate.
Chocolate possesses qualities that many people find hard to resist -- and living on a budget is no reason to forego this indulgence. Our hunt for the best cheap chocolate turned up several high quality products, in bar and bonbon or truffle form (and sold in boxes). We also researched so-called variety chocolates enhanced by flavors and mix-ins, like nuts or fruit. A price ceiling of $4 for 3.5 ounces of bar chocolate and 75 cents for a bonbon or truffle can still ensure a rich and satisfying chocolate high.
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Kids' Birthday Parties.
From the cake to invitations and decorations, a kid's birthday party can end up costing a pretty penny. Read our tips on hosting a frugal birthday party so when the big day looms on the calendar, you'll be armed with a few money-saving tricks that will guarantee a memorable birthday.
Frugal Month Challenge.
We're daring you to take a frugal month challenge: Pick a month and cut out all excess spending -- from restaurants and coffees to gifts and clothing. No treats for you, except what's left in your bank account at the end of the month.
Save on Coffee.
A daily cappuccino may seem like a small splurge, but over the course of a year this treat could be costing you several hundred dollars. Check out our tips on cutting your coffee costs -- or cutting your coffee habit altogether.
