Living on a Budget
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Don’t Fall for These Sneaky Retail Add-Ons at Checkout
These sneaky retail add-ons at checkout can quietly raise your total. Learn which fees, warranties, and upgrades to skip before you pay.
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Ground Beef Is Expensive Right Now. Here’s How These Savvy Shoppers Are Making It Work
Discouraged by rising ground beef prices? These smart shoppers are getting around it with savvy tips that cut down their grocery bill.
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Remember Coupons? Here’s Why Those Little Pieces of Paper Are Nearly Extinct
Coupons were once everywhere, but they’re quickly disappearing. Here are eight key reasons why couponing isn’t what it used to be.
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17 Ways to Outsmart Your Grocery Store and Save Money
Learn 17 grocery store secrets retailers use to boost spending — and the smart shopping tricks that will help you save money every trip.
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These 8 New and Affordable Trader Joe’s Products Just Hit Shelves
We’re wrapping up February with eight new Trader Joe’s finds hitting shelves this week that might be worth checking out.
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15 Things You Could Buy for Under $1 in the 1950s
These everyday things under $1 in the 1950s prove just how much buying power a single dollar once had compared to today.
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These States Require the Highest Hourly Wage Just to Get By
Hawaii and Massachusetts are among the states requiring the highest hourly wage to get by, according to a new study. See who else made the list.
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Map Shows America’s Most Financially Distressed Cities
Chicago, Houston, and Las Vegas are among the most financially distressed cities in the country. See the full list here.
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Forget Fixing It: These 14 Household Items Are Cheaper to Replace
These household items to replace instead of fix can save you money. Discover 14 common household items that aren’t worth repairing.
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If You Thought It Was Bleak Before, New Report Finds Social Security Could Run Out Sooner Than Anticipated
Planning to retire soon? You may want to up your contributions, as a new report indicates that Social Security could run out by 2032.
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Guess We’re Staying Home: Why Traveling to Our Favorite Vacation Spot Is Way Too Expensive Now
Wondering why traveling is too expensive? You’re not the only one. Frustrated travelers share the spots they can’t go back to because of cost.
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Things You’re Carrying That Are Quietly Costing You Money
From expired gift cards to tempting coupons, these items are costing you money and driving impulse spending, interest charges, and hidden fees.
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Here’s How Much Unemployment Someone Can Collect in Every State
Check out unemployment benefits by state, including minimum and maximum weekly payments and how many weeks you can collect.
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Sneaky Phone Plan Add-Ons You Can Remove to Save Money
Hidden phone plan add-ons can quietly raise your bill. Learn which extras to cancel and how removing them could save you hundreds each year.
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11 Frugal Habits That Really Just Aren’t Worth the Trouble
Some frugal habits that aren’t worth it waste time and sanity while saving pennies. Here are the money-saving habits you should skip.
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People Are Sharing Grocery Store Receipts From the ’90s, and We’re Officially Depressed
Want to raise your blood pressure a little? Take a look at these ’90s grocery receipts, with prices that make us feel both nostalgic and depressed.
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These 5 States Are Feeling the Inflation Punch the Hardest
States like New Jersey and Massachusetts are among the places where inflation has outpaced a rise in paychecks. Read on for the full list.
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Walmart Accused of Overcharging for Meat in Viral TikToks: ‘That’s Just Straight Up Theft Isn’t It?’
If you ever suspected Walmart was overcharging for meat, you’re not alone. A TikToker accused the store of doing just that — here’s how they responded.
