Living on a Budget
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Is Planet Fitness’ Black Card Membership Worth it?
Planet Fitness offers two different membership options, touting a base-level and a premium option that comes with bells and whistles. Even if you find yourself always opting for the basic choice to keep things as cheap as possible, sometimes pricier…
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10 Best ‘Beauty on a Budget’ Tips, According to Frugal Redditors
Look your best without dipping into your savings with these 10 frugal beauty tips, including how you can save big on skincare.
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The 8 Best Costco Whiskeys Under $100, According to Shoppers
Even if you’re a whiskey drinker on a budget, you don’t have to settle for Jack Daniel’s or Crown Royal. They’re widely available, cheap, and popular, but you can do a lot better without spending hundreds of dollars on a…
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20 Delicious and Easy Canned Tuna Recipes for Every Meal
Got a stack of canned tuna in your pantry? From quick lunches to substantial dinners, find out how to transform this affordable staple into culinary delights.
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Taco Bell Happy Hour: Here’s How Happier Hour Works
In This Article: Does Taco Bell Have a Happy Hour? What Time Is Happy Hour at Taco Bell? Taco Bell Happy Hour Menu Frequently Asked Questions The Bottom Line You’ve probably been to happy hour at a bar, and maybe…
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10 Cheap Buy-It-For-Life Products Shoppers Could Never Live Without
The old adage that you get what you pay for is usually true. If you want a pair of leather boots that will last forever …. well, you’re going to pay upwards of $200. But some buy-it-for-life (BIFL) products buck…
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Tired of Eating Burgers the Same Way? Here Are 9 Tips From Home Cooks To Spruce ‘Em Up
Burgers are a good ol’ American classic. They’re cherished by many families for their convenience and affordability — cementing their status as the go-to meal for both quick dinners and…
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Is Spirit Airlines Safe, and Why Is It So Cheap?
Spirit Airlines’ reputation for crummy service remains unmatched. Just take a look at its review page, which is plastered with comments calling Spirit “the worst airline ever.” That said, there…
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Start Living Frugally Before the Holidays With the Best Advice From Redditors
If you don’t make a concerted effort to live frugally, money has a habit of vanishing as soon as it hits your bank account. And given that personal finance is…
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‘Tastes Just Like an Orange Creamsicle’: This Hack Makes McDonald’s Soda 10 Times Better
Who knew that the secret to unlocking a nostalgic taste of summer could be easily recreated at McDonald’s? Thanks to a TikTok video that’s as simple as it is genius,…
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11 Things You Should Never Buy at a Gas Station (and Why)
Gas stations are everywhere and often operate 24/7. While their convenience can act as a last-minute refuge for everything from a quick meal and coffee refill to emergency car essentials,…
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What Is the Cheapest Food Delivery App?
The cheapest way to order food? Don’t. But since even the biggest cheapskates slip up once in a while, it’s worth knowing which food delivery app is the cheapest. That…
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‘My Biggest Costco Hack’: TikToker’s Cheap Steak Hack Goes Viral
Don’t sleep on Costco’s meat department guys. If hitting up a meat market or buying meat from a local farmer isn’t in your budget, there are some great ways to bonus…
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A Foolproof Trader Joe’s Shopping List for an Easy Thanksgiving Meal
If you’re in need of a Thanksgiving dinner without having to spend a ton of money and effort, look no further. With Trader Joe’s list of pre-made essentials, you’ll still…
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Couple Retires on Cruise Ship Because It’s Cheaper Than a Retirement Home
After saving your entire adult life for retirement, you’re left to figure out what you do with the remaining years of your life. Do you stay put and stick to…
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9 Things You Should Never Buy at the Airport
Airports can pretend to be cafes and nightclubs all they want, but in truth, we Cheapists know that being at the airport is a miserable experience. In addition to all…
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Why Buying a Laptop On Reddit’s r/HardwareSwap Was One of the Best Financial Decisions I’ve Made
If you limit yourself to Reddit’s front page, you’d think that the site was only for silly videos, lewd discussions, and lukewarm politics. And that’s not far from the truth.…
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‘Pulling Yourself Out of Poverty’: How Struggling Redditors Turned Their Lives Around
Despite the United States’ immense wealth, around 38 million people still live in poverty. Much of that poverty is structural, the result of discrimination and the country’s paltry social safety…
