Living on a Budget

  • The Cheaper Starbucks Alternative That Could Be Soon Coming to Your Neighborhood

    Marketed as a cheaper alternative to big-name coffee chains such as Starbucks and Dunkin’ Donuts, Blank Street Coffee has grown quickly in popularity — managing to convince even some picky caffeine addicts that its jitter juice is affordable and of good quality.…

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    Here’s Why Egg Prices Are Hitting Record Highs

    The worst bird flu outbreak in U.S. history has killed nearly 60 million chickens and led to a record increase in egg prices. When chickens are exposed to the highly contagious avian influenza, farmers have to kill the entire flock…

  • 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.…