We set aside $300 for our monthly grocery shopping, which breaks down to about $75 a week, to feed two adults. Living in southern California, we have access to a lot of affordable, fresh farm produce. Despite this, we’ve been going over our budget lately, sometimes almost doubling it. It makes us wonder if grocery…
It’s surprising how fast Valentine’s Day is coming up. Even with all the changes in our lives because of the COVID-19 pandemic, time still seems to fly by. Despite the social and travel restrictions, we can still celebrate love. In fact, now is a great time to appreciate our partners even more. Given the financial…
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The FBI has recently warned about a rise in gift card fraud. Shared through their Internet Crime Complaint Center, they pointed out that the secondary market, where people trade unwanted gift cards for cash or buy them at a discount, is seeing more fraudulent activity. The FBI noted that scams are common on auction sites…
Back-to-school sales kick off in July and pick up speed in August, and these deals are hard to miss. If you have kids, you’re probably already buying binders, notebooks, backpacks, and other must-haves. But even if you don’t have children, these sales can still be beneficial for you. In fact, they’re comparable to Black Friday,…
In the past few years, I’ve found myself fascinated by infomercials. I get easily convinced that each product showcased is something I absolutely need. It feels like these TV infomercials are made especially for people like me who get caught up in their persuasive pitches. Usually, my sensible spouse steps in to say, “No, we…
High-quality TVs are becoming more common in homes around the world, but their costs are starting to climb steeply. Ultra High Definition TVs, also called 4K TVs, can show images with four times the detail of the standard HD screens we’re used to. However, these new 4K TVs use about 30% more energy than regular…
Monthly subscription boxes are becoming increasingly popular. You can see this trend reflected in the number of entrepreneurs pitching their ideas on shows like Shark Tank. In our fast-paced, tech-focused world, there’s something exciting about receiving a package full of surprises, especially for new mothers who are home with their infants. As a mother, I’ve…
When you’re out shopping, you’ve probably been asked to join a store’s loyalty program at the checkout. We’re not talking about store credit cards, but programs that reward you for frequent shopping. Loyalty programs come in many forms, like punch cards that give you a free item after so many purchases, points systems where you…
I love enjoying a good glass of wine, whether it’s while cooking dinner or after the kids are in bed, because, let’s be honest, being a parent can be tough! Of course, everyone has their own taste. For me, the best wines are those that offer a variety of flavors, have a smooth texture, and…