Living on a Budget

  • Mckinney, TX / USA - August 10, 2020: Costco Wholesale Entrance with shopping carts and customers in a sunny day

    7 Best Quick (and Cheap) Costco Meals, According to Superfans

    If you’ve got an empty stomach, an even emptier fridge, and post-work fatigue, chances are you’re going to splurge on takeout. One money-saving solution: plan ahead and stock your kitchen with dinners that barely require you to lift a finger.…

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    Saving Strategies That Could Cost You Money

    Cutting costs here and there is a common way consumers try to save money. But many familiar tactics just aren’t worthwhile, and some may end up costing more — in more ways than one — than they save. Here are…

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    How to Ease the Financial Cost of Losing a Pet

    In This Article: Pet Euthanasia (free to $500+) Pet Burial Costs (free to $200+) Pet Cremation Costs (free to $300+) Other Ways to Save Final Word Frequently Asked Questions The Costs of Losing an Animal Ask anyone who’s been through…

  • The Costco logo is displayed at a Costco store as a plane descends to land on February 25, 2021 in Inglewood, California.

    Here’s Why Travelers Praise Costco’s ‘Phenomenal’ Vacation Packages

    With Costco’s long list of benefits, it’s easy to forget about the membership’s little-known perks. Costco Travel is one valuable but ultimately overlooked service, which offers great deals on travel packages — all backed by the company’s excellent customer service.…

  • Citrus Heights, California, USA - Jun 17, 2011: Costco Wholesale storefront in Citrus Heights, California. Costco Wholesale operates an international chain of membership warehouses, carrying brand name merchandise at substantially lower prices.

    9 Memberships That Actually Save You Money, According to Redditors

    The average American is drowning in subscriptions. In fact, more than half of people underestimate the cost of their monthly subscription bill by at least $100, according to a recent survey commissioned by C+R Research. Eliminating these small-but-pernicious fees is simple:…

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    7 Frugal Tips for First-Time Parents on a Budget

    According to a NerdWallet analysis, a household that makes $40,000 can expect to pay as much as $21,248 for the child’s first year. So alongside the joys of starting a family, many first-time parents feel overwhelmed by the sheer cost…