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It’s amazing how much your cell phone can become part of your daily life. I know that I’m a heavy phone user, but even I was surprised to find that I typically use my phone for an average of five and a half hours a day. That’s almost like having a full-time job of looking…

Amazon Prime is the most popular online shopping subscription service available today. It’s estimated that more than four out of every five American households subscribe to Amazon Prime, and for good reason.[1] Besides all of the other features of Amazon Prime such as Prime Video, Prime Reading, and Whole Foods discounts, you can save a…

As most new moms (and dads) can attest, the number of diapers a baby can go through in a day is staggering. My son is no different. As much as I like to think he’s special, his butt is not. The average child will go through 7,000 diapers before they’re potty trained.[1] At an average…

If you’re frustrated over the cost of your cell phone plan, you’re not alone. I’ve often thought of switching to a cheaper carrier, but I worry about getting service in my area, if I can bring my own phone, and other hidden costs. But what if a cheap cell phone plan can tick all the…

Netflix is one of the top paid streaming options with more than 230 million subscribers.[1] Its original shows and movies have helped the company grow in popularity despite price increases. While the streaming service is a cheaper alternative to cable television, many subscribers on a budget aren’t happy with Netflix hiking up the costs…again.  I’ve…

I’ve never been up on the latest fashion trends. So when it comes to shoes I’m happy buying discount shoes online or the cheapest brands from big box stores just to have something on my feet. But more often than I’d like to admit, those shoes cost me more in the long run. The sandals…

In a day and age where everyone seems to be offering free stuff online, it may be hard to discern which companies offering free stuff are legit, and which ones are a scam. The truth is not everyone has your best interest in mind, and often times getting free stuff isn’t as simple as some…

Moving to a new home can be expensive. If you’re renting a home or apartment in an expensive market like Boston, New York, or San Francisco, you might need to provide as much as four months’ worth of rent before you move in. And if you’re buying a home, you’ll have to factor in things…

At DollarSprout, I’ve spent years meticulously reviewing and comparing all the popular cash back platforms to provide you with objective, insightful evaluations. In this review, we turn our attention to PayPal Honey, a tool that promises to simplify your online shopping experience while saving you money. Drawing from our first-hand experience with Honey (I cashed…

I recently had to send a fax. Instead of getting in my car to find a store where I could print and fax my forms, I signed up for a free month of a service that would let me send faxes online. One month later I checked my transactions and saw I had a $10…