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10 back-to-school discounts college students will actually use

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 24, 2023

College is expensive, but these goods and services will help students save a little money on things they actually want and need.

Throw pillows at Goodwill with price tags

Is Goodwill becoming more expensive?

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  September 18, 2023

Thrift-store shoppers are complaining that prices have been going up, so Don't Waste Your Money visited a Goodwill for a price check.

McDonald's arches

How to get a 50-cent double cheeseburger from McDonald’s today

Marie Rossiter  |  September 18, 2023

For National Cheeseburger Day on Sept. 18, McDonald's is reducing the price of a cheeseburger to just 50 cents. Order through the app.

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How Amazon Household, which lets you share Prime benefits, works

Marie Rossiter  |  September 15, 2023

Amazon Household allows Prime users to share Prime benefits with another adult in their household and a select number of teens and children.

Tablo

Watch and record free over-the-air TV with Scripps’ redesigned Tablo device

Marie Rossiter  |  September 13, 2023

The new fourth-generation Tablo device is a user-friendly way to get over-the-air television with all the modern-day conveniences.

Peer-to-peer payment apps PayPal, Zelle, Venmo

If you use money transfer apps, you should know about these risks

John Matarese  |  September 7, 2023

Money transfer apps like Zelle, Venmo, and Cash App are convenient, but if you lose your money to a scam, you're unlikely to get it back.

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Earn a $5 in-store credit for getting your flu shot at Sam’s Club

Kaitlin Gates  |  September 6, 2023

Medical experts say its time to get your flu shot. If you have it done at Sam's Club, you can get a $5 credit good in the store.

Dollar Tree storefront

What to buy and what to skip on your next trip to Dollar Tree

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  September 5, 2023

Dollar stores are great for deals, but you should know which items to buy and which you should probably skip if you're going to shop at one.

Labor Day sales you won’t want to miss

Marie Rossiter  |  August 30, 2023

Labor Day is the perfect time to score deals on otherwise expensive items.

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Here are 20 of the best deals at Walmart’s Labor Day sale

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  August 30, 2023

Walmart shoppers are in luck this Labor Day, with major items on sale including 'The Frame' LED TV, grills, gardening equipment and more.

Fall Blizzards from DQ on table

Dairy Queen will have Blizzards for just 85 cents for 2 weeks

Kaitlin Gates  |  August 29, 2023

Dairy Queen is honoring the creation of the Blizzard in 1985 by offering small discounted Blizzards priced at 85 cents.

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Auto repair costs jump 19% in a year, but there are ways to save

John Matarese  |  August 29, 2023

Repair costs are outpacing inflation right now, but there are a few ways you can save money on fixing your car.

Subway sandwich and drink

Subway is offering BOGO footlong subs at select locations

Tod Caviness  |  August 25, 2023

Find out how to get two sandwiches for the price of one at select locations by ordering via the app or online through Sept. 7.

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Some bulk grocery items save you more money than others

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  August 25, 2023

A study from Coupon Follow explains which bulk items save you more money and we list some items that probably aren't worth it.

Why you should buy these 10 things used instead of new

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  August 25, 2023

Items like lawn equipment, kids toys and clothes are just a few goods that you can buy used and save a ton of money.

6 easy (and totally legal!) ways to read books online for free

Clint Davis  |  August 22, 2023

Why buy when you can borrow? There are plenty of ways to supplement your reading habit at no cost thanks to several free and easy online resources.

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How to get $4 movie tickets on Aug. 27

Kathleen St. John  |  August 22, 2023

You can see a movie for just $4 a person this Sunday, Aug. 27. Get your tickets now and beat the August heat!

Avoid these 5 hidden travel costs to save money on your next trip

Brittany Anas  |  August 16, 2023

If you're not careful while traveling, sneaky hidden charges can add up and tack on hundreds of dollars to your expenses.

The best things to buy in September

Emily O'Brien  |  August 14, 2023

Fall means end-of-summer deals on a variety of products. Here's what to buy if you're looking for the best September deals.

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Watch TV for free with these no-charge streaming services

DWYM Staff  |  August 6, 2023

Need to cut costs somewhere in your budget? Consider what you can do to lower the cost of your television service.

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Subway offering free sandwiches for life if you change your name

Scripps News  |  July 28, 2023

Subway is choosing one lucky winner of a lifetime full of sandwiches—all they have to do is legally change their name to "Subway."

7 best online thrift stores for second-hand clothes and accessories

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 27, 2023

Each of these sites has something to commend them, whether it’s budget-friendly, vintage cool, or aimed at Gen Z.

Is Trader Joe’s generally cheaper than other grocery stores?

Emily O'Brien  |  July 26, 2023

One of the best places to cut costs is on groceries. If you're wondering whether Trader Joe's can help you save, here's what to know.

Is it worth it to get a retail credit card?

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 25, 2023

While store credit cards often have high interest rates, there are some advantages to signing up for one, including significant discounts.

Save money on ‘Barbie’ tickets and Barbiecore with these deals

Taylor Kuether  |  July 20, 2023

Scores of moviegoers will be headed to theaters to see Barbie on the big screen in all her plastic, fantastic glory.

Temu app on smartphone

Is Temu legit? Here’s what you need to know

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 20, 2023

You may have seen suspiciously inexpensive products from Temu pop up on your social media. Is this online shopping site worth it?

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7 affordable beach destinations to book now

Patricia Kaowthumrong  |  July 19, 2023

These seven beach destinations offer lower-priced lodging, plenty of free activities and other wallet-friendly perks.

Red sale sign in store

The best things to buy in August to save money

Emily O'Brien  |  July 19, 2023

Deals you can score in August include landscaping items, grills, summer apparel and of course, everything back-to-school.

These 5 cheap cuts of beef are perfect for grilling

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 13, 2023

Compared to pricier cuts of meat like filet mignon, these five cuts of beef are surprisingly inexpensive without sacrificing flavor.

Vitamix blender on sale for Prime Day

This powerful Vitamix blender is $100 off right now during Amazon Prime Day

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 11, 2023

Vitamix has a collection of blenders on sale both at Amazon and Walmart, including its Explorian blender with 10 settings.

The best early Prime Day deals you can shop now

Marie Rossiter  |  July 10, 2023

Get a head start on Amazon Prime Day with these deals on items including tech, garden, health, home and more.

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How to tackle Amazon Prime Day to find the best deals

John Matarese  |  July 7, 2023

If you're hoping to take advantage of all the savings on Amazon Prime Day, it pays to have a plan. Here's what to know.

11 easy ways you can save money on gas

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 6, 2023

With gas prices rising, it's smart to develop habits to help you cut costs, including driving slower and keeping up with car maintenance.

Take $60 off this countertop nugget ice maker at Amazon

Marie Rossiter  |  July 5, 2023

If you enjoy the pellet ice you typically only get at restaurants, this nugget ice maker from FZF will give you the same crunchy ice at home.

This coupon gets you 25% off some items at Ace Hardware

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  July 3, 2023

Need some new tools or other home improvement gear? Look no further than Ace Hardware, which is making it easy for you to save.

Home Depot's free kids workshops lets parents and children work together on projects.

Your kids can make their own bean bag toss game at this free workshop

Kathleen St. John  |  June 30, 2023

Looking for something to do with your little ones? Head to Home Depot for this free workshop that includes making a bean bag toss.

Amazon is selling this popular pet hair removal tool for just $20

Marie Rossiter  |  June 30, 2023

Tired of unwanted pet hair being all over your furniture? This handy gadget makes cleaning up a breeze—and it's on sale.

21 free things to do in the most popular US vacation cities

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  June 27, 2023

If you want an inexpensive summer vacation, these activities in some of the most popular U.S. cities will keep you busy on a budget.

Why you should never keep all your money in one bank

John Matarese  |  June 26, 2023

Imagine losing your wallet, your credit cards and your checkbook — all at the same time. It turns out that more and more people are losing access to their money after their bank froze their accounts. Levi Yisrael is a…

Firehouse Subs storefront

Get a free medium Firehouse Sub if you have the right name

Marie Rossiter  |  June 23, 2023

The 'Name of the Day' deal highlights new names on the chain's social media pages each day, allowing lucky customers to pick up free subs.

Wendy's restaurant

Wendy’s is offering free chicken nuggets through June 25

Marie Rossiter  |  June 22, 2023

Wendy's is offering some great deals this June, including late-night discounts, free fries and discounts on breakfast.

Cinemark is offering $1.50 movie tickets this summer

Marie Rossiter  |  June 22, 2023

These affordable tickets are part of the Summer Movie Clubhouse, which runs until Aug. 10 and includes $1 off kids' snacks.

Pizza comes out of grill-top oven

This kit turns your grill into a pizza oven, and it’s on sale

Jennifer Graham Kizer  |  June 20, 2023

Amazon Prime members can score 15% off this stainless steel pizza oven kit that works when placed on top of gas grills.

Toys and games are buy 2, get 1 free on Amazon

Marie Rossiter  |  June 15, 2023

Amazon is running a sale on toys, games, books, DVDs and other items. You can get three products for the price of two.

This color-changing smart light strip is on sale on Amazon

Marie Rossiter  |  June 14, 2023

Users can choose from an astonishing 16 million different colors to create a personalized light palette for their space.

Red sale sign in store

These are the best things to buy in July

Emily O'Brien  |  June 13, 2023

You can score great deals this July on summer clothes, bedding and ice cream, while also taking advantage of sales like Amazon Prime Day.

woman breathing clean air

Breathe easy with this air purifier on sale for $100 at Walmart

Emily O'Brien  |  June 8, 2023

This filter is able to capture 99.97% of air particles and traps pet dander, mold spores and other allergens.

Kid enjoys water slide at Great Wolf Lodge

Stay at the Great Wolf Lodge for as low as $89 per night

Kaitlin Gates  |  June 8, 2023

The best Great Wolf Lodge deals are available via Groupon right now and include stays at locations nationwide.

Get a free Taco Bell Breakfast Crunchwrap every Tuesday in June

Marie Rossiter  |  June 7, 2023

You can now start Taco Tuesday first thing in the morning: Taco Bell rewards members can score a free Breakfast Crunchwrap in June.

Aldi just marked down prices on hundreds of products

Bridget Sharkey  |  June 6, 2023

The discount grocery chain will be lowering its prices even further to help shoppers save on some of their favorite summer items.

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