Anyone who has visited a grocery store lately knows that food is only getting more expensive. Fortunately, a new generation of digital grocery apps give consumers a high-tech way to save. Unlike coupons that deliver a discount at the register,…
The weather outside is frightful and wintertime fun can get mighty expensive in many parts of the country. A day on the ski slopes or a meal at a hot new restaurant might cost more than $100. Don’t let that…
Valentine’s Day is approaching, which means many Americans will be dropping dollars in the name of love. Among respondents in a recent survey by the National Retail Federation, women plan to spend an average of $96.58 to show their affection…
Cooking dinner with a loved one or new flame on Valentine’s Day is a fun date idea with benefits: It avoids the hassle of reservations and overpriced prix-fixe menus. Even inexpensive meal ideas can make for an impressive Valentine’s Day,…
It’s no secret that a baby costs a lot in the first year (and the second, and the third …). A middle-income family welcoming a child can expect to spend about $245,000 per child from newborn to the age of…
The open enrollment period for purchasing health insurance under the Affordable Care Act began on Nov. 15, 2014, and consumers have until Feb. 1 to enroll. For those who are already covered, there are new prices and plan options. For…
Consumers have more choices than ever when it comes to gadgets, including a range of options in categories that didn’t even exist a few years ago. In 2014 we saw…
Smart thermostats are all the rage these days. If you don’t want to make the large initial investment — or you’re wary of omniscient mobile apps and electronics — you…
Gift giving and receiving is complicated and emotional. While the rising popularity of store gift cards and prepaid cards has lessened the worry about returns in the post-holiday frenzy, there…
With all the stresses of modern life, quiet, meditative movement seems like the perfect antidote. Yoga classes and instruction have a reputation for being expensive, with drop-in rates hovering around…
The average cost of raising a baby during the first year is $10,000 to $15,000, which totals more than $245,000 to age 18. Once the initial sticker shock wears off,…
Dreaming of ringing in the holidays with a sparkling diamond? Multiple surveys show that December is the most popular month of the year to get engaged. Finding the perfect diamond…
This is a top seller on Amazon, where it averages 4.5 stars. The 3,100 mAh battery can completely recharge the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 (and then some). Put another way, it…
New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean bidding a frantic farewell to your budget. It’s possible to send the year off with a bang and barely spend a buck. According…
Is a chain drugstore the first place that comes to mind when you’re out of toothpaste or need to have a new prescription filled? You may be better off heading…
Opinions differ on whether extended warranties for electronics and other expensive items are worth the cost. But the peace of mind that comes with having phone insurance if your hand…
Health problems don’t care what day of the week it is or if it’s after 5 o’clock. And yet, ailing people once had to wait it out until the doctor’s…
Ultra-cheap mobile service providers appeal to anyone eager to escape the burden of costly phone bills. Some plans even start at $0.00 (yes, that’s zero) per month. Oh, and there…