A change of season is a good time to change yourself. If you‘re like most of us, you want to stop spending so much money, especially with the holiday season just around the corner. Here are a few tips for falling back into some fall savings: 1. Just Stop Spending Sounds simple, but this takes …
Hotel costs can be one of the greatest expenses when making vacation or traveling plans. If you want to stay at a nice hotel that offers plenty of great amenities, you could end up spending up to several hundred dollars per night, which can add up quickly. Fortunately, you can stay at your favorite hotels …
Get ready. It’s that time of year again. The holidays are fast approaching, but before we get there we have to kick it all off with the shopping extravaganza known as Black Friday (which is followed very closely by its sister-event, Cyber Monday). For those who haven’t been tuned in the last few years, Black …
Whether you’re a college student stuck at school for the long weekend, or you’ve just decided to start a new tradition with friends, there are alternatives to a full-blown Thanksgiving dinner. The traditional meal with all the fixings can really add up and blow the budget. So, here are a few ways to take the …
Fall is a great time to get away. The kids have gone back to school, the weather is still warm, and the leaves are turning colors. A fall getaway doesn’t have to cost a lot either. Here are a few ideas for a cheap fall getaway deals: Amusement Parks Once summer ends, attendance at amusement …
Grocery shopping can be expensive! With food prices creeping up everywhere, shoppers have to be diligent to keep their food prices down. If you’re trying to save money on groceries, here are five simple ways to save money at the grocery store. 1. Shop Alone If you’re a mom of young kids, this one can …
Though apples, caramel and pumpkin flavors are usually available all year long, there’s no better time than autumn to really appreciate these tastes. If you’re a coffee lover, you’ve probably already indulged in pumpkin spice lattes, caramel apple Frappuccinos, and other spicy, creamy coffee blends that take over coffee shops during the fall season. If …
When you’re a serious bookworm, you’re bound to run into storage problems at some point if you own lots of books. Donating used books to thrift stores and charities is one solution, but if you’re not afraid to embark on a few DIY projects, you can turn old books into new, amazing creations that can …
Over 90 percent of all Americans consume caffeine in some form at least once per day, which is why it’s not surprising that Starbucks thrives as one of the country’s top coffee chains. If you’re a big fan of Starbucks, but not a big fan of spending a chunk of your budget on its delicious …
Public libraries are best known for providing access to free books, but did you know that today’s libraries have so much more to offer than just books? Many libraries across the country now double as art galleries, learning centers and concert venues — all of which are completely free for the public. Is your wallet …