Lifestyle

  • How to Save Hundreds on Your Wedding Cake

    Anyone who has gotten married lately, or plans to do so soon, knows that weddings are expensive affairs. Media reports peg the average cost at close to $30,000. And the cake — would you believe — can add a thick…

  • How to Get Tan on the Cheap Before Beach Season

    When the sun is out in full force and everyone heads to the shore, you probably don’t want to be the palest person on the beach. Millions of Americans choose indoor tanning to get the coveted bronze glow every year,…

  • When Does It Pay to Spend More on Home Goods and Services?

    When does it make sense to spend a little extra money on a purchase? We took a stab at answering that question by looking around the house. We found many items on which you could save money in the long…

  • 4 Money-Saving Strategies for Single Parents

    Whether it’s healthcare, clothing, food, housing, or transportation, the cost of raising a child keeps climbing. According to a 2013 U.S. Department of Agriculture report, a middle-income couple will spend an estimated $241,080 over 18 years to care for a…

  • What Kind of Cat Is Cheapest to Own?

    The short answer to the question “which cat breed is the cheapest?” is…a mixed breed. Obviously, that doesn’t offer much guidance but it does rule out pure-bred cats. These fancy felines cost more to obtain as well as maintain than…

  • Is Social Media Killing the Garage Sale?

    As garage sale season fast approaches, driven bargain hunters may notice a considerable drop in garage sales and the range of offerings. The reason seems to be the boom of local buy/sell/trade groups. This new type of vendor, facilitated by…