Halloween will be here before you know it. There's no need to settle for the high-priced, mass-produced, store-bought costumes (although we have seen some clever and cute ones on Amazon). We've gathered up easy and inexpensive … [Read More...]
Latest Tips for Living Well on Less
How to watch college football without cable (2022)
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10 cheap and easy Halloween costumes for pets
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Dining Deals
McDonald’s brings back Halloween Happy Meal with popular pails for limited time
McDonald’s brings back popular Halloween Happy Meals with OG McBoo, McPunk’n and McGoblin pails — from October 18 to 31.
Shake Shack offers buy-one-get-one free shake this fall
Restaurant deals by day
Wendy’s offers Halloween Boo! Books with free Jr. Frosty coupons for just $1
Del Taco offers free food, BOGO specials and discounts all month long in October
Subway offers discount on new soups on weekends in October
Noodles & Company offers half-price entrée every weekend in October
National Taco Day Freebies and Deals 2022
First responders enjoy free meal at Romano’s Macaroni Grill in October
Money Smarts
26 adaptable recipes and menu ideas for $4-a-day budget meal planning
Here’s a plan to save both your food budget and your sanity: Shop what’s on sale and cook more or less the same family favorite dishes every week. Here’s how to do it along with 26 easy recipes to get you started.
Snag the best thrift store finds with these insider tips
Thrift shops have entered the mainstream. Learn how to make the most of your visit and make good deals even better.
How to save money on food without using coupons
Want to save money on groceries? Here are 11 tactics that are easier and better than using coupons.
Frugal living guide: How to have less stuff and save money
Here are ways you can reduce consumption, shop more thoughtfully, limit the amount of stuff you have, and painlessly adopt a happier, healthier and more frugal living style.
Smart habits of millionaires you should adopt
Authors and researchers have studied the habits of self-made millionaires. Some of them are obvious, some less so. How many of them are you putting into practice to help get your finances in order?
How to shop and save at ALDI
ALDI is a discount grocery with a devoted following among penny pinchers. Here’s what to know before you go (like bringing a quarter to unlock the carts) and what items are a must-buy.
How to watch pro sports live without cable TV 2022
If you don’t have cable, you can still watch pro football, baseball and other major league sports. Here’s how.
10 Depression-era hacks and frugal living ideas to save money now
During the Great Depression, people employed 1930s frugality and simple-living tricks to save money and survive the lean years. Use their tricks to save money today.
Do a no-spend challenge to see where you can save
Can you go an entire month only spending money on absolute necessities? Take the no-spend challenge to find out — and jumpstart your savings.
The secret to serving a quick, cheap family dinner every night
How can you keep your family meals inexpensive and easy? Our expert (who’s also a mom) maps out a day-to-day guide.
Back to school
Affordable, practical gifts your friends and family will love in 2022
We’ll never forget the story of the practical gift that saved a family — literally. A young man’s gift to his parents — … [Read More...]
6 ways to save on kids’ back-to-school clothes
Most parents do not relish back-to-school clothes shopping. The crowds and the cost create a less-than-enjoyable … [Read More...]
Easy ways to give back to your kids’ school
As schools try to balance their budgets while keeping up with always-increasing expenses, they are looking more to … [Read More...]
Can a Chromebook replace your laptop?
One of the best freebies I’ve ever received from a company was a Chromebook. The CR-48 was the first Chromebook offered … [Read More...]
Smart Shopping
Amazon Prime Day deals for October 2022
For the first time, Amazon is promoting a second Amazon Prime Day in the same year. Amazon Prime Day (Part 2) will take … [Read More...]
Snag the best thrift store finds with these insider tips
Thrift store shopping has long been a necessity for those with limited resources, but these days it’s embraced by people … [Read More...]
Think you’re saving on high-end stuff at outlet stores? Think again
With the holiday season fast approaching, now is as good a time as any to review what we're really getting at outlet … [Read More...]
Save money by daring to change holiday traditions
If you secretly wish that you could skip the whole holiday gift-giving chaos, you are not alone. A 2017 survey … [Read More...]
Things To Do With Kids
A complete guide to celebrating Halloween on the cheap
You can enjoy Halloween without saying RIP to your budget. We’ve put together a complete guide to celebrating Halloween on the cheap, including advice on how to save on Halloween party food, costumes for people and pets, decorations, entertaining, haunted houses and more.
101 easy and cheap Halloween costume ideas for 2022
Halloween will be here before you know it. You don’t have to spend a scary amount of money to create a memorable costume. We’ve got 100+ ideas for DIY looks for kids, adults, families and groups of friends.
No sled? No problem. 17 DIY ideas
If you live somewhere snow is a rarity, with a heavy snowfall you’ll be faced with the dilemma of lots of snow but no sled. There’s a long tradition of makeshift sleds that are quick and fun. Here are 17 DIY sled ideas.
How to host a kid’s birthday party for less than $100
It’s simple to throw a child’s party on your own without burning through the college fund. One your kid and guests will love can be easily pulled together for less than $100.
Home Crafts & DIY
Even if you think you’re not the DIY type, here are ideas for projects that can save you money and pay off with a sense of accomplishment.
Recipes & Cooking
Cooking at home instead of eating out is cheaper and healthier, but the planning takes time. These ideas can help. Try a new recipe, cook an old favorite or teach your children to cook.
Online Resources
Tips for finding what you need online, including grocery delivery apps, online fitness options and health resources.
