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How to pay off $100,000 in debt
A few years ago, Travis Pizel and his wife, Vonnie, found themselves in crisis. The Rochester, Minnesota, couple had good jobs and lived well, eating out frequently, buying what they wanted and taking vacations to water parks with their two children. But a letter from their credit card company advising...
How to budget with the envelope system
This post is by Eva Baker of Teens Got Cents. Have you bought a new pair of sunglasses lately? Sunglasses from one of those fancy sunglass shops start around $50 and go on up — way up. I’ve never been one to spend $150 on a pair of sunglasses. Truth is, I lose them. Drop them. Sit on them. Then lose them again. And it isn’t like I ever have $150 to drop on sunglasses, anyway. But even just $20 a pair at Target, my sunglass habit was really starting to add up for me and my clumsy self.
Warning: More airline fees on the way in 2023
Airlines are busy thinking about how to earn more profit in 2023, and from the looks of it, they plan to do it the old-fashioned way: by charging fees. The extras range from luggage surcharges to creative change fees. The average airline fees rose to an all-time high of $128...
Chili’s 3 For Me special offers drink, appetizer and entrée for just $10.99
Check, please! Dining out can be very expensive and seems to be getting more costly all the time — especially for families on a budget. Many frugal diners never get an appetizer and only drink water to keep the final tab to a minimum. However, at Chili’s, you don’t have to skip out on the full dining experience — thanks to its popular 3 For Me special on the menu.
8 ways to keep your budget on a diet
Why reinvent the wheel? Winning strategies from one area of your life can often work in another. That’s why effective communication aids all sorts of relationships, and efficiency tips for quick cleaning also work for other tasks. Spend and save wisely with these eight proven techniques borrowed from diet and exercise programs.
Target offers free one-year membership to Tripadvisor Plus — $99 value
Before you takeoff on your next vacation or weekend getaway, you can pack lots of savings on your hotel stay and more. Tripadvisor Plus is a travel membership with endless savings on more than 100,000 hotels, experiences and rental cars. In addition, member enjoy access to exclusive perks and benefits, as well as complimentary travel advice from the pros — all for only $99 a year.
Get $5 Bonus Card with any entrée purchase at Panda Express
The menu and deals are heating up at Panda Express. The popular Chinese eatery is introducing a new limited-time dish — Sizzling Shrimp. A sweet, savory and spicy pescetarian and lent-friendly entrée made with shrimp and fresh-cut veggies, tossed with a tangy sauce in a hot wok. Even...
Free Cone Day at Ben & Jerry’s Scoop Shops returns for 2023
What’s the latest scoop for ice cream lovers? Everyone screams for ice cream, even more so when it’s Ben & Jerry’s AND doesn’t cost a dime. And, fortunately, this popular, cool giveaway returns for the first time since 2019. As a way to thank its customers,...
Restaurant workers enjoy free bowl at Noodles & Company March 2
Restuarant workers can “turn the tables” at Noodles & Company and become the “customer” for a well-deserved break. Everyone deserves a break from work, no matter the job. However, those who prepare and serve so many every day from local restaurants to national chains are among the hardest working.
IHOP serves buy-one-get-one free crepes
If you love crepes, hop over to IHOP for a sweet deal. The diner just introduced a new line-up of crepes to its popular menu. What are crepes? A crepe (also crêpe) is a very thin kind of pancake — usually served sweet or savory. The “pancake” is typically filled with cheese, fruits and/or different spreads. They can also be filled with meats and vegetables.
The Cheesecake Factory celebrates 45th anniversary with free cheesecake slices
Happy 45th Anniversary, The Cheesecake Factory. Who needs celebratory cake, when you have cheesecake to enjoy the occasion!. The popular eatery (with its huge menu) is celebrating the major milestone with a big, sweet giveaway. From Feb. 27 to March 3, get one (1) FREE slice of cheesecake with an...
Target offers big savings on many popular categories for one week
Get ready to aim for big savings, bargain hunters!. Circle back and head to Target for the return of its popular Target Circle Week for lots of savings on many popular categories. 20% off select skin care. 20% off select bedding & bath items. 20% off select swimwear for the...
Freddy’s celebrates namesake’s birthday with buy-one-get-one shake special
Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is honoring its late co-founder, namesake and decorated World War II veteran, Freddy Simon, with a special offer on the anniversary of his birthday Feb. 24, 2023. On Feb. 24, purchase any size Birthday Cake Shake and receive a second Birthday Cake shake (of...
Genghis Grill serves $3 bowls Feb. 22
Grab a fork and get ready to be bowled over, hungry bargain hunters!. Genghis Grill is proclaiming Feb. 22 as National VALUEBOWLS Day. It’s the restaurant’s inaugural celebration, giving Genghis Grill fans and newcomers alike the opportunity to dig into the restaurant’s new VALUEBOWLS lineup at a value price.
12 ways to save money on health care
The last time I went to the pharmacy to fill a prescription, for generic ear drops to treat eczema, I almost had a heart attack when they handed me the bill: $184. The last time, I had paid $10. I whipped out my phone and found a coupon that cut the price to $23, as long as the purchase didn’t go through my insurance — which wasn’t paying anything anyway.
Should you renovate your house or buy a new one?
Most families at some point reach a difficult real estate crossroads: Do they renovate an existing home to fit their current needs, or do they go out and buy another house that’s already the way they like it?. This is a question with no one-size-fits-all answer, although most families...
Enjoy specials on drinks and appetizers during Chili’s Happy Hour
Cheers! Relax with friends and family at Chili’s without breaking your budget. The popular restaurant is known for its Margarita of the Month. A new holiday or seasonal margarita every month at a special price, available all day, all month long. However, Chili’s also offers specials on food and...
Enjoy free OREO Bundtlet at Nothing Bundt Cakes March 6
Mmm…OREOs! The little cookies with cream are perfect on their own…with a glass of cold milk. However, any treat or dessert flavored with the iconic cookies is equally sweet and delicious. And Nothing Bundt Cakes is teaming up with America’s favorite cookie to create the new Nothing Bundt...
How a debt challenge with friends helped me pay off $3,000 in 2 months
I was in the ring fighting my opponent: debt. I had the idea of putting together a debt challenge. I thought, “What if I turned paying off debt into a game, and whoever paid off the most debt would win?” I wasn’t sure if anyone would sign up, but I decided to write a post about the contest anyway.
Enjoy buy-one-get-one free wings at Smashburger for Super Bowl weekend
Everyone cheers for wings! And you can’t have any football gathering without wings on the snack menu. The Big Game is on Sunday, so now’s the time to just “wing it”. Smashburger may be known for its juicy burgers and fries, but the restaurant also serves delicious wings in a variety of sauces.
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