9 everyday car expenses that waste your money
Transportation is one of the top five expenses of the average American household. In fact, you likely spend about 14 percent of your income on car expenses.
Transportation is one of the top five expenses of the average American household. In fact, you likely spend about 14 percent of your income on car expenses.
How would you like to get $26,000 over two years for doing absolutely nothing? That's what these documentary filmmakers are offering.
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.
When freelance writer Jessica Graham moved to a new city recently, she had a hard time finding a reliable, affordable babysitter for her kids.
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.
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.
Walmart wants to make sure its employees who take time off to serve in the military never have to take a pay cut. The company on Tuesday announced a new pay policy for all full-time and part-time workers who leave…
Free-standing emergency rooms are popping up around the country, but what are they? And why does treatment there cost so much?
This incredibly helpful graphic from SurveySpencer lists more than 200 different resources and ways for you to make money online.
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.
Julie Deane started The Cambridge Satchel Company because she needed money to send her children to private school. Now, it's worth $65 million.
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?
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.
Consider one of these six amazing vacation destinations that has the perfect combo of beauty, fun and affordability—without ruining your budget.
From bikes to cameras to tents, a new service is making it possible to earn money renting out your belongings to people nearby.
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?
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).
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.
Trader Joe's is known for unique private-label products with notoriously low prices. Here's how the grocery chain keeps costs down.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
A new survey has revealed America's favorite grocery stores, plus a few that are less popular. How does your favorite store stack up?
From well-meaning relatives to know-it-all colleagues, there are seven people you should never go to for advice about money.
If you're looking to trim back your budget, instead of focusing on the smaller things, try focusing on the bigger expenses in your life. Here's some tips.
On the surface, saving money doesn't seem complicated. Yet spending less now doesn't always pay off in the long run. Here are 8 of the worst saving tactics:
Groceries can eat up a big chunk of your budget. But one mom has figured out how to feed her family of six for just $125 of groceries per week.
Summer internships usually pay minimum wage, if they pay anything at all. But at some companies, you can make a ton...if you actually manage to get hired.
A recent report states that the car rental industry in the United States gained nearly five percent in revenue from 2015 to 2016. One way these businesses make money is by selling add-ons and upgrades, such as prepaid gas, car seats…
This couple didn't have room in their wedding budget for a honeymoon, so they found creative ways to earn thousands of dollars in less than a year.
This tool helps you keep all of your online purchases in one place and helps ensure you stay under budget for clothes, home goods and more.
Instead of paying money to go to class, this coding school will pay YOU instead. And then they'll get you a job once you graduate. Sound sweet? Sign up.
A Repair Café is a place where you can bring your broken gadgets and learn how to fix them with the help of a volunteer specialist. Would you go?
Fresh produce can be expensive. But one couple in Seattle has saved nearly $750 on food thanks to an unconventional use of Craigslist.
From parking charges to ATM fees, here are some of the most common ways people waste money while traveling and on vacation.
Do you know how to hide cash while you're traveling? Hint: it's not in one of those ridiculous money pouches. Here's the sneakiest way to do it.
If you have to send mom flowers this Mother's Day, here's a super easy way to save money (without skimping) on a bouquet or arrangement.
American Airlines is apparently doubling down on that whole "hating the American people" reputation with a plan to cut legroom in economy class seats.
If your avocados are past the perfectly ripe stage and are feeling rather mushy, here are 12 delicious recipes that turn brown avocados into pure gold.
If you live in one of the 10 states where you can get cash redemption for bottles and cans, that's free money you're probably totally missing out on.
There is truly nothing more frustrating than buying something only to see the price drop a few days later—especially if you’re a savvy shopper on a budget. If that happens to you in the future, you can easily get your…
If you live in California and have nothing to do after school, you should consider becoming a driver for HopSkipJump, the ride-sharing app for busy parents.
Johnny Ward left home with empty pockets. A decade later, the Irish blogger has made an unbelievable $1.5 million from writing about his travels.
From May 2-9 in honor of National Concert Day, you can score tickets to amazing concerts for just $20 thanks to the Kickoff to Summer promotion.
One way to build your savings is to avoid spending cash on unnecessary items. Check out these everyday products you should stop wasting money on right away.
If you're looking for ways to save on a new lawn mower, consider trading in your gas mower for an electric one at a local trade-in event.