Living on a Budget
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These Old Money Tips Just Don’t Work Anymore in 2025
Grandparents often love sharing their tried-and-true financial advice with younger generations. But not all the guidance that worked in Grandma’s day is still relevant. From outdated investment strategies to misguided credit card fears, here are several old-school money tips that…
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8 of the Most Common Money Myths Debunked
While it might seem like frugality is all about pinching pennies and self-denial, that’s just one of many money-saving myths that don’t hold up to scrutiny. Let’s say, for instance, that you skip a doctor’s appointment to avoid the copay,…
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Things You Should Never Buy at Costco, Sam’s Club, or BJ’s
Bulk doesn’t always mean better. These Costco, Sam’s Club, and BJ’s items often cost more in bulk, making smaller sizes the smarter buy.
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The Best Costco Frozen Food Deals
There’s a lot to love about Costco’s frozen food section: It’s cheap, it’s convenient, and there’s plenty to choose from. Buying Costco freezer meals often makes more sense than picking them up at your local grocery store, since bulk buys…
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Creative Easter Basket Decorating Ideas Are Anything But Boring
Easter is a time for families and friends to come together, enjoy each other’s company, and indulge in the tradition of Easter baskets filled with goodies. While candy and chocolate eggs are typically the go-to items for Easter baskets, many…
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12 Easy and Inexpensive Ways To Decorate for Easter
There are plenty of ways to celebrate Easter: Attend a church service, dye Easter eggs, buy a bag of the best jelly beans around. But before running to the craft store to sped hundreds of dollars or loading up at the…
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20 High-Protein Breakfasts That Are Easy and Delicious
Most Americans aren’t getting enough protein at breakfast. That’s a problem, according to the American Society for Nutrition, which says that high-protein breakfasts are associated with a long list of…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy at Full Price
In our “I-want-it-now” culture, you’re only too happy to pay full price if it means getting what you want when you want it. But if you can exercise a little…
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Frugal Habits Grandma Still Uses to Save Money in 2025
Did you ever speak to your grandparents about what it was like growing up in a world ripe with rations and war? The generation that became adults during World War…
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12 Cheap Purchases That Save Money in the Long Run
While some products are worth splurging on because they won’t break down or wear out as quickly as the cheaper version, there are also, thankfully, some inexpensive items that are worth…
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Cheap Alternatives for Things That Are Too Expensive These Days
The occasional splurge is a beautiful and necessary part of life, but there are so many temptations out there in this world of ours, eh? It turns out that there…
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11 Budgeting Mistakes That Could Cost You
Sometimes you do things that seem like they’ll save you money … only they cost you in the long run. Avoid these mistakes so that you actually can cut back…
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6 Signs Your Finances Are in Better Shape Than the Average American
Many Americans live paycheck to paycheck, and credit card debt hit a record $1.21 trillion as of the fourth quarter of 2024. While money might not buy happiness, it sure…
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The Top 25 Best Cities For Budget Travelers
Looking to travel more in 2025, but feel like it’s too expensive? We’re with you on that one. There are places you can travel for cheap, though. A recent study…
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10 Cheap Ways to Stay Warm Without Turning up the Heat
Almost half of your electricity bill comes from running AC and heat, and when winter gets cold, it’s hard not to spend a fortune. There’s a foolproof way to stay…
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Frugal Shoppers Share Their Best $10-or-Less Purchases
The joy you get from a worthwhile purchase is immense, but when you score a great price on top of it? That’s a special kind of bliss. In a recent…
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Stop Doing These 10 Things If You’re Trying to Save Money
We all love saving money, but let’s be honest. Some spending habits drain our wallets without us even realizing it because those “a dollar here, a dollar there” purchases tend…
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17 Easy DIY Projects That Save Real Money
It’s no secret that it’s always easier to “just call somebody,” but for many home maintenance issues, it may be cheaper to do it yourself. While there are certainly some…
