Living on a Budget
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23 Fascinating Facts About Coupons
Couponing was once a straightforward exercise that required only a pair of scissors, but it’s no longer just about clipping from magazines and newspaper circulars. Mobile apps, websites, and even a TV show have made couponing a cottage industry, with…
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12 Cheap Ways to Rid Your Ride of Nasty Odors
Scent is usually the first thing people notice when entering an unfamiliar car. And for some drivers, that’s bad news. A smelly car can end up costing hundreds of dollars in detailing costs and even lose value over time. Odors…
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No Kids? Why You Should Be Back-to-School Shopping Anyway
Frugal shoppers take note: Back-to-school ads and deals may be aimed at parents and students, but anyone can take advantage of the discounts. Here’s why you should be hitting the back-to-school sales even if you don’t have school-age children at…
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10 Ways to Shrink Your Dry Cleaning Bill and Still Look Great
The average American spends about $500 a year on dry cleaning, according to industry reports. While it may seem a necessary expense, many consumers are simply throwing money down the drain. But you don’t have to give up clean clothes…
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More Bang for the Buck: 11 Products That Hold Their Value Best
Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for a good deal. But a low price doesn’t result in a smart buy if the product loses a substantial portion of its value once purchased. New cars are often cited as poor…
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11 Tips for Saving Money on Summer Events
From ballgames to amusement parks to festivals and concerts, summer has no shortage of activities for those eager to enjoy warmer weather and the outdoors. But summer events don’t come cheap, so here are a few ways to save money…
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21 Money-Saving Summer Vacation Tips
Summertime is vacation time for many families, with the kids out of school and the warm weather inviting outdoor adventures. Sticking to a budget during the busy travel season can…
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Live Large Like Oprah or Gwyneth for Less
Oprah Winfrey’s “favorite things” and the shopping discoveries in Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop newsletter are presented as must-haves for living the celebrity life. For us common folk, though, spending $60 on…
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Prepping for Prom on a Budget
Prom is supposed to be a night for creating lasting memories, not a lasting dent in your wallet. Last year families with teenagers spent nearly $1,000 on that magical night,…
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10 Ways to Cut Costs on a Kid’s Birthday Party
If you’ve ever seen the MTV show My Super Sweet 16, then you know about the parents who spare no expense to indulge their child’s every desire for one birthday…
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Tallyho! 12 Tips for an Affordable Safari
Many travelers dream of venturing across the African plain to see rare wildlife up close. For most people who manage to make the trip, going on safari is a once-in-a-lifetime…
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11 Ways to Save for a Summer Vacation
Planning ahead for a summer vacation can save money and allow time to set aside funds. Families who budget year-round have a leg up, but there’s still time left in…
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Rock On! 5 Ways to Find Cheap Concert Tickets
Concert tickets for major artists tend to be expensive, and finding a good deal can be difficult. However, a new generation of online tools makes the task easier. Cheapism.com has…
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How to Spay or Neuter Your Pet for Less
It’s no secret that a new pet comes with heavy costs, especially in the first year. One of the major expenses involves spaying (females) or neutering (males) a dog or…
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11 Ways to Make Saving Money Automatic
For America Saves Week, Feb. 22-27 this year, the Consumer Federation of America is encouraging consumers to automate their savings. Not sure how to do that? Here are 11 easy…
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Who Is the Most Frugal Presidential Candidate?
The 2016 presidential race marches on, with candidates of both parties making promises about economic reform. Some want to spend a lot more government dough, while others want to cut…
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10 Ways to Make Sure You’re Seeing the Lowest Price Online
Imagine that the price sticker on a store shelf could automatically change based on the price at another store, or who is walking by. That’s essentially what happens online: Retailers…
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20 Products and Services You Should Never Buy at Full Price
Money is often tight in January, when the holidays finally end and the bills come due. But for a variety of products and services, discounts are so easy to find…
