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These companies will give you cash for your old electronics
There are a handful of gadget trade-in sites that make it seamless to get paid for your old phones, tablets and more.
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These stores will price match if you find a better price elsewhere
Price matching may be the most unused money-saving tool out there. But it's easy and could save a small fortune.
Check your library for books before buying with this simple plugin
Save money at the bookstore and borrow books from the library instead. Here's an easy way to see if a title is currently available at your local library.
Free car seats are available to parents, here's how to qualify
We've done the research, and here are some of the best places you can go for a free infant or convertible child safety seat.
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Your old American Girl dolls could be worth serious money
Some of your childhood toys or collectibles can actually be worth more than a simple trip down memory lane.
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10 back-to-school discounts college students will actually use
College is expensive, but these goods and services will help students save a little money on things they actually want and need.
How to use less laundry detergent
Measuring your laundry detergent carefully is essential for avoiding waste and saving money in the long run.
The best things to buy in August to save money
Deals you can score in August include landscaping items, grills, summer apparel and of course, everything back-to-school.
When home prices make renting the smarter choice
Real estate giant Redfin recently compared median mortgages versus rental payments in the 50 largest cities in America.
How to make heavy cream at home with only two ingredients
So, you're stuck at home without a key recipe ingredient. Why not save the gas money and try whipping up a container of heavy cream yourself?
These restaurants are offering deals for National Chicken Wing Day
47 years after the city of Buffalo declared July 29 'Wing Day,' national chicken wing restaurants have embraced the day by offering discounts
New battery… or new phone? How you may be able to save hundreds of dollars
When your iPhone or Android starts running down quickly and refusing to hold a charge, many people trade it in for a new model. But a phone repair expert shows why that is often unnecessary.
Mark your calendars for back-to-school tax-free shopping days in these states
See which states are offering tax-free holidays this summer that include clothing, electronics, school supplies and more for students and parents.
These six plants could keep your home naturally cool
Plants can keep your house cool because they lose water during transpiration, which cools the air around the plants, leaving it purified and fresh.
Here’s where rent prices are dropping and rising in the US
Analysis from Redfin shows some big cities have raised rent prices nearly 13%, while other locations have dropped by the same percentage.
Get a free book with Barnes & Noble’s summer reading program
Every year, Barnes & Noble offers a summer reading program that will motivate children to read and help them earn a free book. Here are the details.
Smart carts save time and money by adding up your bill as you shop
Instead of waiting in line and feeling the sticker shock on the checkout screen, Caper Carts let shoppers track what they're spending while they shop.
11 perks for Amazon Prime members you might not know about
Over the past few months, we've stumbled across a lineup of additional benefits you can score just for being an Amazon Prime member.
Simple ways to save on back-to-school shopping as sales get underway
With inflation finally easing, back-to-school shopping should be less painful this year, according to the latest government report. Here is how to save even more.
Fake an expensive-looking patio with just spray paint
This spray paint hack is easy and affordable and doesn't take more than a weekend, either.
Kids can get crafty at JCPenney this summer with free art projects
The second Saturday of every month kids can complete a crafting project at JCPenney. Plus, parents will get a coupon for discounted shopping that day.
Costco announces first membership fee hike since 2017
Costco announced plans to raise its membership fees for the first time in seven years. But one change to Costco memberships could benefit some customers.