Save Money

Few things annoy me more than having to go to the store to buy new clothes. I’d rather spend my time (and money) on just about anything else. Apparently, I’m in the minority when it comes to holding that opinion. According to a U.S. Consumer Expenditures report, Americans spend an average of $1,833 a year…

There are three possible reasons why you would be on the lookout for free things to do. You are either frugal, saving money to put toward an important goal, or simply have no extra money to spare. Whichever the reason, setting a goal to find things to do that don’t cost money is admirable. Don’t…

No matter whether you are shopping online or in store, using coupon websites can save you money. Coupon use is at an all-time high. Studies have found that as many as 96% of shoppers report having used coupons on a purchase. Thanks to free coupon websites and apps, you now have even more options for saving money…

Once you learn how to start couponing, chances are you’ll never want to stop. When I first found out about couponing, I was fascinated by the idea. While it can seem intimidating at first, once you figure it out, it becomes second nature. Now I make it a point to look for coupons for anything…

Raise your hand if you enjoy the convenience of shopping on your mobile device. If that’s you, these mobile shopping apps are the perfect addition to your smartphone. You can now easily shop on the go while snagging the best deal with every purchase. Convenience doesn’t always have to cost more money. In fact, with…

Imagine having $5,000 sitting in your bank account by this time next year. Wouldn’t it be nice to have that to protect you against life’s unexpected events? Think about how much better you’d sleep knowing that you don’t have to go into debt if your car breaks down or you have to go to the…

Have you ever wondered what happens to old gift card balances that never get used? Sadly, they often either expire or are forgotten forever. This is great news for big retailers like Walmart and Target. Think about the millions of dollars that shoppers spend on gift cards each year. Even a small percentage of that kind of…

A recent Bankrate survey asked people why they weren’t saving. While high expenses were the biggest barrier, the second most common reason might surprise you: they just haven’t gotten around to it.[1] Creating a savings plan, especially if you’ve never done it before, can feel overwhelming and intimidating. You have to decide how much to…

There isn’t a person on this Earth who hasn’t thought, “I wish I could save more money.” However, wanting to save money and learning how to save money are two very different things. Many of us want to have better financial habits and dream of long term wealth. Yet, those initial steps often stop us….

Trying to find ways to get a free laptop might seem impossible. And there are many scams out there that promise a free computer in exchange for basic personal information. But there are ways to get a free computer, or at least a deeply discounted one. In most cases, status as a student or low-income…