Experts recommend replacing running shoes about every 300 to 500 miles. By this rule of thumb, consumers who run an average of three miles three days a week should be buying new shoes about once a year. Finding a good…
Whether it’s getting ready for a night out or a special event, or even primping for a selfie, perfecting a fresh, made-up face can be quite an undertaking. It’s not just about mascara and lipstick anymore. These days you need…
How many times have you considered a large purchase but wanted to try the item before committing? With a number of products, from expensive camera lenses to cars, houses, and even bras, you can do just that. The terms and…
Whether you’re a gym junkie or prefer to work out at home, you need some equipment to help you stay in tip-top shape. While weight sets and cardio machines are fairly expensive, you can enhance your workouts with simple accessories…
You may have thought the hipster fashion wave had finally come to an end, but much to the surprise of the fashion cognoscenti the hipster look lives on. From the gentrified streets of Brooklyn to the artisanal coffee shops of…
Whole Foods has a well-deserved reputation for being the one-stop market for all things natural, organic, and alternative (from a culinary perspective, that is). While few grocers can beat the variety and selection of meat and dairy, heirloom grains, and…
Perhaps you dream of buying luxury cosmetics but lack the luxury budget to realize your wish. Now imagine filling a makeup bag with high-end beauty products for free. This, friends,…
If you’re in the market for a new car, mattress, washer/dryer combo, or living room set, you’ll have little trouble finding half a dozen stores trying to lure you in…
It doesn’t matter what you wear; sexy is a state of mind. There’s no need to shell out hundreds of dollars for a few pieces of material that probably won’t…
Energy prices may be plunging, but that’s no excuse to take your eye off the utility bill. A few winter storms and a sweltering summer can easily push “amount owed”…
Aaah, wintertime — when the mere thought of stepping out of the house sends shivers down your spine. Even a quick walk to the bus can make hands and feet…
When winter comes, it’s both soothing and budget-friendly to make soups and stews. Slow cooking is almost magical — throw some cheap cuts of meat and complementary ingredients into a…
Although more and more people are doing their holiday shopping online, many still prefer to head to a store. They want to browse and handle the products, avoid shipping costs,…
Is a chain drugstore the first place that comes to mind when you’re out of toothpaste or need to have a new prescription filled? You may be better off heading…
Store-branded credit cards come with tempting offers like reward points and exclusive access to coupons and sales events. With the high-spending holiday season closing in, shoppers no doubt are looking…
The premise behind Walmart’s new Savings Catcher seems straightforward enough: Use the app to scan your receipt from an in-store purchase, or go online and enter the TC number at…
Whether getting ready in the morning takes you two hours a day or a no-fuss routine gets you out the door in 15 minutes, we all have some sort of…
With school starting and the seasons changing, now is the time to start turning over your closet and getting the house ready for fall. This needn’t be a costly endeavor,…