Maintenance

  • A new tire is placed on the tire storage rack in the car workshop. Be prepared for vehicles that need to change tires.

    My Frustrating but Frugal Experience at Costco’s Tire Center

    When I asked family and friends where I should buy new tires, the answer was always the same: Costco. It’s easy to see why. Costco’s Tire Center offers Michelin tires and other top-of-the-line brands at affordable prices, all while including…

  • A car mechanic working on the underside of a car

    Car Expenses That Are Really Worth the Money

    It’s easy to get overwhelmed by the abundance of car-related goods and services, from pricey detailing to costly maintenance and premium fluids. Car owners on a budget must decide when to spend more and when to cut corners. Pinching pennies…

  • Dreamy feminine wardrobe with white furniture, big mirror, shoe closet, beige carpet, blue retro armchair and pastel pink accessories

    Here’s What To Do When the Kids Finally Move Out

    So your youngest is gone and not coming back (fingers crossed …)? Now is the time to transform a bedroom or bonus room or any other space that became the kids’ hangout into something you’ve long dreamed of. Read on…

  • Two Girls Outside Washing Car Together.

    How To Wash Your Car at Home And Save Money

    Wax On, Wax Off With the astronomical cost of cars, gas, and pretty much anything auto-related, car owners are desperate to save money. That can mean waiting in long Costco gas lines or skipping frivolous services like car washes altogether.…

  • summer flowers in the car

    This Spring Car Care Checklist Could Save You Hundreds

    Winter brutalizes cars. Now that the coldest months are behind us, it’s time to prevent unnecessary repairs and expenses by performing the annual ritual of spring auto maintenance and inspection. Small, hidden problems could get big if you don’t examine…

  • How to Keep Rust From Ruining Your Car

    Once you get rust on a vehicle, the value and appearance diminishes, and the lifespan may as well. Plenty of things cause rust, from chipped paint to bad weather, and some parts of the country are more prone to the…