Living on a Budget
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Low-Stress Ways to Save for Life’s Unexpected Expenses
Learn painless ways to grow your emergency fund with simple budgeting tips and small savings steps that build a safety net.
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SNAP Food Benefits Halted Due to Shutdown, But Other Resources Available
SNAP benefits won’t be issued this month due to the government shutdown. Here are several alternatives for SNAP benefits that are available.
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DoorDash To Offer 1 Million Free Meal Deliveries Amid SNAP Benefits Freeze
Due to the government shutdown, SNAP recipients won’t have access to food assistance. Here’s how the DoorDash free meal deliveries could help.
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17 Things to Buy at the Thrift Store to Save Money
Before you drop cash on something new, head to your local thrift shop first. Here are the best thrift store buys according to shopping pros.
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Things You Really Don’t Need to Buy During a Recession, According to Experts
With the threat of a recession looming, experts weigh in on what not to buy during a recession to help save you money.
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21 Ways To Reduce Your Monthly Bills When Money Is Tight
No matter how cognizant we are of our spending habits, we’re still stuck with the dreaded bills — and those bills can be particularly daunting if you’ve lost your job or are facing a pay cut. There are dozens of…
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7 Things You Should Never Buy a Cruise Ship
On a cruise ship, you’re a captive audience for upsells at every corner. Here’s what you should never buy on a cruise to avoid going overboard.
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Where to Get Free Coffee Today for National Coffee Day
We’ve rounded up the best National Coffee Day deals at popular chains for this year. Find out where to get the best coffee deals and freebies.
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11 Popular Products at the Store That Are Shrinking
Companies are shrinking the size of many products, so you pay the same price for less. Here are 11 examples of shrinkflation we’ve seen in stores.
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10 Things You Should Never Pay For
Saving money has never been more important than now. Find out how you can stop wasting money with our list of things you should never pay for.
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If You Have These Bills on Autopay, Take Them Off Immediately
Autopay may seem like a convenient way to pay your bills, but you may risk overspending. Here are 9 bills to never put on autorpay.
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11 Things You Should Reuse Instead of Throwing Away
The urge to toss stuff into the trash is strong, but on occasion, that can be like tossing money into the trash. There’s a lot of stuff out there that…
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15 Costco Products To Buy If You Live Alone
We all know Costco is great for families, but what about those who only have to feed and clothe themselves? Does the bulk buy warehouse have anything worth the time…
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7 Reasons Why Coupons Are Nearly Extinct
Coupons have been around since the late 1800s, but they’ve never been quite as popular as they were in the ’60s and ’70s. They still exist, but the ones you…
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17 Things You Should Never Buy at a Thrift Store
While thrift stores can be a great place for finding bargain deals and hidden gems such as designer clothes, home goods, and jewelry, there are some things that you should…
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13 Things to Never Buy at Full Price in the Summer
Does summer feel like the season to shop to you? Before giving in to impulse buys, plan your shopping trips carefully so you save money on these items this summer.…
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10 Best States for Seniors Who Can’t Afford to Retire
There’s a hard reality that comes when you reach retirement age, but you can’t afford to retire. Having to work in your golden years can be harder than it sounds.…
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Bathroom Products That Are a Complete Waste of Money
Frugal folks know there are a ton of products that make little sense to buy. Of course, they’re in every room of the home, including the one where we primp,…
