This chart helps you check your family’s grocery budget
Is your grocery budget out of control? Before making big changes, you might want to check out what other family's grocery budgets are like.
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How ‘Basic Economy’ airfares can actually cost you more money
If you were thinking about booking a basic economy ticket to save money on your next flight, you might want to think again.
This simple trick will help you save two full paychecks this year
There's a simple budgeting trick that can help you avoid spending almost 8 percent of your take-home pay this year, and we promise you'll barely notice!
7 ways you’re wasting money on moving costs
Nobody likes moving. It’s expensive, daunting and exhausting. But that doesn’t mean you have to trash your budget to do it. Here are some common ways people waste money on moving. Don’t fall into these traps the next time you…
New report shows that a staggering number of identities were stolen last year
Considering there are just about 7.3 billion people in the world, your chance of keeping your identity to yourself isn't great.
7 Ways You’re Throwing Money Away At The Airport
If you’d rather spend your hard-earned money at your destination (rather than the airport), it might be worth making a few tweaks to your travel routine.
Is living in a college dorm worth the high cost?
Living in a college dorm is a pricey endeavor – usually around $10,000 or more. When you weigh all the pros and cons, is a dorm worth it?
Here’s why using your debit card can help you save money
You probably already know paying with cash is a good way to manage your money. But making purchases with a debit card might be even better.
10 Cheap and Easy DIY Gifts For All Your Summer Weddings
If you've been invited to a wedding or two (or more!) this summer, the thought of giving pricey gifts could have you feeling stressed.
5 microwave mug recipes you can make for less than $4
Microwave cooking is all the rage, and it’s easy to see why. It’s cheap, easy and fits perfectly into our busy schedules. Save the five-course meal for when you have friends over. When you just want to curl up in…
This app helps get your money back when packages arrive late
If you paid for guaranteed delivery and your package arrives late, this app will attempt to collect a discount or refund on your behalf.
Add These 122 Locations To The List Of Payless Stores That Are Closing
Payless has released a list of 122 additionals stores slated for closure. The shoe retailer filed for bankruptcy and closed 400 stores earlier this year.
These people are actually saving money by living on cruise ships
For some creative minds, a cruise can actually be an affordable long-term living solution. Here's how some are taking to the high seas and saving money.
These free mileage tracker apps can help you save money
Whether you're an Uber or Lyft driver or just need to keep track of your driving for an expense report, these free mileage tracker apps are here to help.
Are you the top 1% or the 99%? This tool tells you how your income stacks up
Are you the 1% or the 99%? If you've ever wondered what percentage you're in, financially, there's now a simple way to calculate that.
How to afford to go to all the weddings you’ve been invited to this summer
It costs a lot of money to go to weddings nowadays (about $700). Here are three tips to make sure you can enjoy wedding season without going broke.
37 Stores that Always Offer Free Shipping—No Minimum Purchase Required
Paying for shipping and handling often leads to a cancelled order. Why is it that $6 can dissuade you from a $50 purchase? These stores offer free shipping.
Here’s why J.Crew is lowering its prices
Iconic clothing company J.Crew is making a change—and you're going to like this one! It's lowering prices to draw customers back into stores. Here's why.
Want to be a stay-at-home parent? Do these 5 things before you quit your job
Being a stay-at-home parent has many benefits, but it also means living on a single income. Here's how to make it work.
9 gross things people actually do to save money
Here are some of the extreme things people will do to save a couple extra bucks. From eating roadkill to dumpster diving, you're likely to be grossed out.
Is a homemade air conditioner worth the time and money to build it?
Millions have watched the YouTube tutorials. But should you bother building your own air conditioner? Is it actually worth the time and money?
10 clever ways to get free food when traveling
There are a number of ways you can save money on food when traveling, and if you're really clever, you can find ways to not pay for food at all.
8 everyday money mistakes married couples make—and how to avoid them
So you recently tied the knot. Now comes the hard part—living as a married couple in the real world. And that includes managing your finances.
These documentary filmmakers want to give you $26,000 for doing nothing
How would you like to get $26,000 over two years for doing absolutely nothing? That's what these documentary filmmakers are offering.
18 things you don’t actually have to spend money on
More people these days are saving their money versus spending it. To that end, here are some of the things you shouldn't have to spend money on.
Here’s this mom’s genius trick for finding affordable childcare
When freelance writer Jessica Graham moved to a new city recently, she had a hard time finding a reliable, affordable babysitter for her kids.
This woman slashed her monthly grocery bill by 75 percent
Mavis Butterfield used to have a massive grocery bill. Now, she blogs about how she's able to feed her family for less than $200 a month.
Here’s how to make sure you don’t get the worst hotel room
Staying in a hotel can be hit or miss. Here's how to make sure you don't get stuck in the room right next to the ice maker... or worse, the elevator.
Here’s what you need to know about free-standing emergency rooms
Free-standing emergency rooms are popping up around the country, but what are they? And why does treatment there cost so much?
This chart shows more than 200 ways to make money online
This incredibly helpful graphic from SurveySpencer lists more than 200 different resources and ways for you to make money online.
7 ways you’re throwing money away at the grocery store
Want to trim some fat from your grocery bill? Here are seven common mistakes you're making at the supermarket—and some easy fixes that could save you money.
The cost of these 12 everyday items has skyrocketed in recent years
On average, people are making a lot more money than they did in 1925. But does this justify the price hikes of the most everyday of items?
This is why I always tip servers 20% at restaurants
Ever since I started waitressing the summer after college, I tip between 20 and 25 percent every time I go out to eat. They're worth it.
6 Amazing International Vacations That Won’t Cost a Fortune
Consider one of these six amazing vacation destinations that has the perfect combo of beauty, fun and affordability—without ruining your budget.
How this man earns $2,600 a month letting people borrow his stuff
From bikes to cameras to tents, a new service is making it possible to earn money renting out your belongings to people nearby.
Should you sign up for a store credit card to get a discount?
These store credit cards can be pretty tempting. So, should you sign on the dotted line? Or pass up the discount and skip the card?
Buying a car online could save you a ton of money—here’s why
Would you ever buy a car online? It might sound like a scam, but it's not – and it could save you a lot of money (plus a trip to the dreaded dealership).
4 ways your car mechanic could be ripping you off
It's really hard to find a car mechanic you trust. And even if you already have one, it's easy to get ripped off. Here are four red flags to watch out for.
Ever wonder why Trader Joe’s is so cheap? Here’s your answer
Trader Joe's is known for unique private-label products with notoriously low prices. Here's how the grocery chain keeps costs down.
Keep your kids entertained all summer with these 20 Dollar Store ideas
Check out these fun dollar store DIYs that will amuse your brood from June until September. Because having the kids at home all summer is expensive.
People Are Finding Huge Clumps Of Mold In Their Coconut Water
If you drink coconut water, prepare to be grossed out. One poor, unsuspecting woman found a revolting glob of mold so large it looks like a baby octopus.
More than half of your income will be consumed by these 5 expenses
If you struggle to make ends meet, you're not alone. According to a recent survey, Americans drop more than half of their income of these 5 expenses.
How one couple is paying off $600,000 in student loans in five years
Student loans are exhausting. With high interest rates, they can skyrocket. Here's how one couple is paying down their own massive debt in just five years.
Here’s How This Guy Made $14,000 In One Day Waiting In Line
Being a professional line-sitter is a real job. And one man made so much money doing it, he started an actual company where people pay him to wait in line.
These are the biggest mistakes people make when buying a used car
Buying a used car can be significantly more stressful than buying new, but it doesn't have to be. Just make sure to avoid these crucial mistakes.
This digital design student made himself 3D printed braces for just $60
Orthodontia is expensive, so one student at the New Jersey Institute of Technology decided to skip the industry entirely and make himself 3D printed braces.
New research says these are America’s favorite grocery stores
A new survey has revealed America's favorite grocery stores, plus a few that are less popular. How does your favorite store stack up?
Avoid asking these 7 people in your life for financial advice
From well-meaning relatives to know-it-all colleagues, there are seven people you should never go to for advice about money.