A spa day and jewelry are popular Mother's Day gifts, but a meaningful present need not be expensive. What mothers truly appreciate are the thought and/or the time (really!) family members devote to...
If you're already on the hunt for cheap summer vacation ideas, you're a step ahead: Smart travelers know that scoring the best deals means starting their research early. And with spring already here,
You don't need a bottomless bank account to be able to afford summer camp or summer activities for your children. There are plenty of city, state and non-profit groups that offer cheap summer camps...
With more Americans choosing chain restaurants over independents, according to recent market research, we set out to find the best casual dining chains for families on a budget and published our rankings...
In the fight against boredom, parents can always use a new weapon or two in their arsenal of distractions. If your children have exhausted their DVD and video game libraries, try these fun, cheap activities...
April is a double-header month: It brings the first blush of spring weather and the start of baseball season. So score a home run with your family by taking them out to the ball game -- cheaply. Because...
It may seem as if everyone is jetting off to warm, far-off destinations for spring break: Cancun, Mazatlan, Hawaii, Disneyland, Ft. Lauderdale. But for those on a tight budget, there are alternative...
For those of you who are planning on throwing an Academy Awards party, here are some cheap party tips to help you throw a party on a budget, courtesy of Teri Gault, CEO of The Grocery Game, a site devoted...
This week we're gearing up for Valentine's Day, with great daily deals on gifts and lots of tips to celebrate on a budget. We also have new reviews of cheap cribs and snowboard bindings.
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This week we posted several new frugal tips, ranging from deals on vacuums and dishwashers to buying guides for seasonal products and cheap makeup. Check out our busy week below. Also, you can now find...
No one likes to be stuck inside, particularly high-energy youngsters. But with the falling temperatures outside, cabin fever is setting in, accompanied by the attendant temper tantrums and crankiness.
Check out the latest from this week at Cheapism:
New Articles.Lego. Legos generally don't come cheap, yet fans of the brand tend not to accept substitutes.
If you're one of the millions of Americans planning to celebrate the Christmas holiday with a real Christmas tree, you're no doubt trying to decide when and where to buy one without chipping away at...
With the holiday shopping season in full swing, here's a look at what we've been working on to help save you money.
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Merry Christmas, Happy Hanukkah, Happy Kwanzaa, Warm Wishes for the New Year -- whatever you want your holiday cards to say, there's a website ready to offer you deep discounts around this time of...
Planes, Trains and Automobiles: 10 Ways to Travel Cheap this Holiday Season
With the holidays upon us, finding holiday travel deals that won't put you in the poorhouse is both a necessity...
Weddings are expensive -- and not just for the bride and groom (and their families). What we're getting at here is the cost of attending a wedding as a guest. As Engagement Experts points out,
Nearly one quarter of annual candy sales -- the equivalent of $2 billion -- occur around Halloween. That's a lot of sugar. But if you think it's just Snickers and Butterfingers dominating the supermarket...
This week at Cheapism, we're focused on getting you ready for the colder months. We revamped our cheap snow blowers buying guide, bringing you more information on what to look for, what to avoid,
On the off chance that you're shopping for a digital photo frame and your budget is tight, you probably want to know: what's the cheapest digital photo frame? The answer, based on our research, depends...
Frugal news stories we're reading this week:
Materialism Can Ruin Marriages, According to Brigham Young Researchers (Christian Post)
Your child probably wanted his or her Halloween costume yesterday. With only two weeks to go before the spooky, sweets-filled holiday, you're under the gun to grab an outfit that won't frighten your...
Through our partnership with Groupon, we're now able to get you deals that you can't find on their website! Check out these special deals:
The search for cheap child care has many American families on edge. The dearth of affordable child care options periodically crops up in the news as parents continue to struggle with the lingering after-effects...
Here are some money saving stories we're reading:
Should You Move to a Low-Tax State? (Morningstar)
Top 8: What to Buy in July (ABC News Money)
It's tempting to go to the hilt when decorating and furnishing your baby's room, especially if it's your first-born. Major retailers peddle pretty -- and pricey -- cribs, dressers, wall hangings, and...
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Aldi tops survey of low-cost grocers (Chain Store Age)
Tips How To Plan A Great (And Cheap) Summer Birthday Party (Parenting...
Insurance is necessary to protect things like your car and your health, but it's also costly. The goods news is that you may automatically qualify for a lower rate once you get hitched, writes Investopedia. Read more on Investopedia »
Grocery bill savings tips are yours for the clicking at ABCactionnews.com. This post points you to another link that helps you save time and money with recipes and details about sales on the items... Read more on abcactionnews.com »
Cheap organic food sounds like a contradiction in terms, but WKYC.com walks you down the grocery aisle while feeding you with tips about how to choose the organic food items that won't weigh too... Read more on wkyc.com »
Bringing up baby is costly, so you sure want to know where to find the cheapest diapers. Savings.com suggests you turn to the Internet, where you can often find good deals on this can't-live-without... Read more on savings.com »
"If you're looking for a cut-rate vacation with the kids, The Disneyland Resort of Southern California may not be the first place that comes to mind. But a visit to the self-proclaimed Happiest Place... Read more on Calgary Herald »
If you think you're obsessive about recycling, be it to save the planet or your wallet, think again. Time reports on a family that only bought gently used items for a year. Could you rise to this... Read more on Time »
Planning a wedding in the near future? Before you decide where to get hitched, check out this list fromtheknot.com, which lists the cheapest (yes!!) and the priciest places in the U.S. for that... Read more on theknot.com »
It almost seems counterintuitive. Spend more to save more. But that's what Moneycrashers.com suggests when it comes to buying clothes. Learn the secrets of smart and frugal shopping. Read more on Moneycrashers.com »
As unpleasant at is may seem, there comes a time when you have to write a will. To save yourself -- and your heirs -- a bit of money, Bankrate offers some guidance about taking care of this chore... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Confused about the new health care reform bill? Join the club. CBS Money Watch tries to help you sort things out with this report. Read more on CBS Money Watch »
Save money while enjoying life. That's one of the take-aways from this list of frugal tips. Thanks to Time for pulling it all together. Read more on Time »
Calling all diaper-changers. Amazon is offering a new service -- free shipping and healthy discounts on diapers and wipes -- for anyone (dads, that includes you) who signs on as a member. Wallet Pop Read more on Wallet Pop »
Parents, forget date night. The cost of sitters often exceeds the cost of your fun, as Momlogic notes. But the sting is worse in some cities than in others, and this post names names. Read more on Momlogic »
Weddings can cost tens of thousands of dollars -- or a few hundred. How big is your budget? Thedigeratilife presents several ideas for keeping costs in line with what you can afford. Read more on thedigeratilife »
Having children is not cheap -- and neither is buying maternity clothes. Wisebread suggests some ways to get over the hump (as in, how to avoid shelling out lots of cash for clothes you'll only... Read more on WiseBread »
There's no end to tips for saving money. Here are the latest ideas from Time. Read more on Time »
Need a nanny? Start by looking in Silicon Valley, where Gawker reports rates have fallen as more unemployed techies stay home with their kids. With wages so low, you might find someone willing to... Read more on Gawker »
Hiring a babysitter while you go out with the spouse often pushes date night out of the cheap range. That's no less true when traveling abroad. The New York Times offers a few strategies for finding... Read more on The New York Times »
You're probably tired of hearing this, but you can cook dinner for four for $10 or so. To prove the point, The Denver Post serves up 10 recipes for healthy and cheap eating, along with some reminders... Read more on The Denver Post »
Getting back to basics is what it's all about these days. And that includes getting back into the kitchen. The Boston Herald reports on an adult education class that teaches students how to plan... Read more on Boston Herald »
Start couponing and save big time on groceries. Get some tips from this story in the Star Tribune and you may buy so much for so cheap that you wind up giving some away. Read more on Star Tribune »
You know that rickety crib up in the nursery? the tottering high chair in your kitchen? WalletPop informs us that Toys R Us is launching a three-week deal that may be too good to refuse: turn in... Read more on Wallet Pop »
We've researched side-by-sides, tandems, and sit-and-stands, and identified the best cheap double strollers between 120$-$300. Factors to consider include safety, maneuverability, storage, comfort, Read more on Cheapism »
Kids love Mickey and all the Disney magic. Parents shudder at the cost of a trip to the Magic Kingdom. So, MSNBC offers up its travel guru to help you plan a visit that just might keep you smiling. Read more on MSNBC »
How deep does that new frugality vein run in American consumers? An article in The New York Times explores that question and cites some surveys about our economic mindset, shopping patterns, and... Read more on The New York Times »
There are all kinds of ways to save money these days. Now you can bid at auction for your groceries(!) and spend far less than you would at the grocery store. WKYC reports on this growing phenomenon. "How... Read more on WKYC »
WalMart is taking that cradle-to-grave thing to new heights. In addition to diapers and cribs, WalMart is now stocking caskets. Better yet, reports Associated Content, the megastore will deliver... Read more on Associated Content »
"The news that Wal-Mart's going to cease cutting paper checks for employees who don't have direct deposit has prompted all sorts of reactions -- applause for reducing paper waste, debates over whether... Read more on San Francisco Chronicle »
What a deal: bring in your used baby products, get a discount on new products, and leave fewer unsafe baby products out in the world. The offer comes from Toys R Us and was brought to our attention by... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Mickey and Minnie are waiting for you this season. So do some advance planning, and go...and you won't even need to empty the piggy bank. The Miami Herald tells you how to pull off this amazing... Read more on Miami Herald »
Summer may be almost over but vacation season lives on. Here are some family-fun suggestions from WAPT.com for destinations within driving distance that keep your budget on track. Read more on WAPT.com »
If you've got a hankering for some cheap Chinese food, head on over to New YOrk City's Chinatown. TimeOut NY suggests this list of places with tasty deals. Read more on Time Out NY »
Golf is one of those sports that seems to scream money. But if you're hankering to see how far you can hit that little white ball, or how many putts it takes to knock it into the hole, and can't or don't... Read more on Nashua Telegraph »
Forget about all those designer namebrand onesies and nursery accessories for your new little bundle of joy. The times have radically changed: even affluent parents are now discovering the miracle of the... Read more on The New York Times »
The great outdoors...always an adventure, but one that forges great memories and comes at a relative bargain. You might be inspired to take the family camping this summer after reading this guide from... Read more on CNN »
