Whether your graduate has completed high school or college, he or she should be equipped with certain tools for the next chapter in their lives. We've compiled a list of cheap graduation gift ideas...
It's back to school time for college students, which also means the countdown to high stress has begun. But a raft of online study aids, from adaptive flash cards that change as you master the material...
September is packed with a number of special events unique to this month. The beginning of the new Jewish year and all its trappings is celebrated and students are returning to their studies. Pack your...
Now that the school year has finally started, you’re no doubt facing the school lunch dilemma. You know, the one that goes something like this: the easy but costly and possibly unhealthy option of letting...
This week at Cheapism we recommended the best sites for buying eyeglasses online and tips to get you ready for a year of learning inside and outside the classroom. Check out the posts on free educational...
You all know the refrain: To get ahead these days, a college degree is the minimum requirement. But the cost of college -- tuition, room and board, books -- is enough to make you rethink your prospects.
Frugal shoppers take note: Back-to-school ads and deals may be aimed at parents and students, but anyone can take advantage of all the discounts. Here’s how to make back-to-school sales work for you...
This week at Cheapism we reviewed the year's best cheap hybrid cars and continued gearing up for the school year with -- what else -- more ways to save.
How much have you budgeted for back-to-school shopping? For nearly eight in 10 parents, the answer is up to $500 for each child, according to a recent survey by online coupon site RetailMeNot.
Frugal college students, heads up. What with books and munchies and nights out, your budget only stretches so far. But that doesn't mean you have to live in a drab dump. We've got some tips on cheap...
August is all about back-to-school deals. Even frugal shoppers without school-age kids know they can find big discounts this month on items such as computers and home office supplies. This is also the...
This week at Cheapism we reviewed the best back-to-school shoes for kids and gathered up the best frugal ideas for hosting an Olympics party. We also found more ways to save you money with the best...
Back-to-school shopping season is already in full swing. New shoes for the new school year no doubt hold a prominent place on that long list of necessary supplies. Whether you're scouting around for...
This week at Cheapism we launched our new Back-to-School Deals page and added new buying tips for PC memory and prepaid cards.
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The school year is coming to a close, and whether you're marking the occasion with gifts for teachers and grads or preparing for summer with some beach gear and a new pair of shades, Cheapism has you...
Are you preparing for this year's round of graduation parties with a stack of cards and a wad of cash? A little creativity can help make the end of the school year a lot less expensive. And a well-thought-out...
The days are getting hot, the kids are getting antsy -- the school year is nearing its end. Many parents mark the occasion with tokens of appreciation for all those teachers and coaches that have made...
On prom night, you can look like a million bucks but spend just a fraction of that amount by scoring a fashionable but cheap prom dress for less than $100. Whether your style is edgy modern or evening...
Today's daily deals include two great laptop deals, a digital camera marked down $70, kitchen supplies, and more.
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What We're Reading September 14:
New Federal School-Meals Rules Could Lead to Rising Lunch Prices (Education Week)
$99 TouchPad - Will Another Maker Meet Demand for a Low-cost
Frugal parents seeking a one-stop shop for back-to-school will find it at Sears, which carries a wide selection of cheap kids clothes. On the other hand, those looking for cheap school uniforms
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...
The cost of school supplies has gone up by as much as 12% in some areas of the country. That's a whole lot of Sharpies! Obviously, some of the items requested by your kids' teachers, like graphing calculators...
Here are some money saving stories we're reading:
SaleLocator for Android: Help Bargain Shoppers Find What's On Sale Nearby (AppScout)
