If you haven’t been plagued with the scam calls warning about “your car’s extended warranty,” count yourself lucky. They are relentless. But sometimes, spending a bit more on a warranty is worth it, because it provides peace of mind and…
Not everyone has the cash, the time, or even the desire to end the workday with a Pelaton session, a glass of fine wine, and expensive takeout. But as a recent thread on r/SimpleLiving demonstrates, you don’t need a lot…
There’s almost nothing good about going to the airport. Between TSA agents, security checkpoints, and carry-on bag restrictions, there are always about 1,000 things that can go wrong. So why make things worse with careless blunders? Here are 10 mistakes…
The U.S. is packed with must-sees and must-dos, but even the most ambitious traveler with an unlimited budget is unlikely to get to everything over the course of a lifetime. For anyone who’s ever wondered what just shouldn’t be missed,…
A lot of fine products are still made in the United States. Frugal consumers, however, don’t necessarily care: Though nearly two-thirds of American consumers look for “Made in America” products, a majority of them say they won’t pay more than 10%…
If you’re like me, you’ve murdered many a plant that seemed so healthy at the store but faded almost immediately after arriving at its new home. That green thumb turned black isn’t cheap, given that a plant purchase (especially with…
Investing in the stock market can be both exciting and intimidating. With countless stocks to choose from and myriad factors to consider, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Fortunately, advancements in…
I don’t often cruise the seasonings aisle at Trader Joe’s. While the store has a variety of seasoning blends, when I have a recipe calling for a basic ingredient, I…
Cheapism readers all have one thing in common: They’re savvy consumers who don’t mind pinching pennies. That said, we all live frugal lifestyles for different reasons. Your parents could be…
There’s a Goodwill drop-off location near my home that I’ve been frequenting for years, donating clothes, shoes, toys, and housewares I no longer need in the hopes that somebody can…
There are many, many reasons to be leery of AI, and its most notorious incarnation, ChatGPT. But until the robot uprising we’re all sort of expecting, you can get ChatGPT…
Have you ever just stared at your credit card bill and thought, “Wow, this has gotten a bit out of hand, hasn’t it?” It happens to the best of us. When…
You may think shopping at a dollar store is already a smart thing to do, budget-wise — but some mistakes could make your attempt to save a little extra go…
Making healthy meals three times a day can be a challenge for many college students on a budget. But not all hope is lost. By implementing strategies from these thrifty Redditors,…
Facebook Marketplace is known for being a weird assortment of items dumped onto the internet after a good garage clean-out, but some things are weirder than others. Here are items…
Traveling is one of life’s greatest pleasures, but the sheer amount of time and effort it takes to plan a trip can turn people off from the experience entirely. Luckily,…
If you have ever strayed from your usual Taco Bell, you’ve probably experienced sticker shock. Each Bell location can set its own prices, which leads to some massive variances within…
Parents are afforded roughly 18 summers to take their children on family vacations that not only shape their development as human beings, but also provide entertainment and create lasting memories…