Where the Wealthy Shop to Save the Most Money
Where do the wealthy shop to save the most money? The answers may surprise you. Hint: it involves trips to Target, Walmart, Costco and Home Depot!
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How to Save Money on Gas
Who doesn’t want to save money on gas these days. While the prices at the pump haven’t reached historic highs, they are still pretty high. For example, it used to cost between $30 and $40 to fill the tank of our Subaru. Now? It’s $50 to $60. It’s been a long time since we saw…
Simplisafe Review: Is Simplisafe Worth It
I decided to write this Simplisafe Review because it has now been six years since our family started using the Simplisafe system. That is enough time to let people know if Simplisafe is worth it or not, and to answer the question, “Does Simplisafe work?” Long answer short? Yes, and yes. Simplisafe review We’d read…
Medicine Expiration Dates: Do They Matter
You’ve probably noticed expirations dates on medicine you use. This is true for OTC or over the counter medications as well as prescription ones. In addition, there are products you might use for medicinal uses, such as lactase enzyme for those that are lactose intolerant. These, too, have expiration dates. Why medicine expiration dates matter…
National Wine Day: What Is It and When
When is National Wine Day? Well, believe it or not, it’s not so easy to answer that question. That’s because while there is a legit National Wine Day, there are also nearly a dozen other iterations of a wine holiday. So, let’s pour out a glass and get to know all of these wine-related holidays…
Gifts | Milestones | Shopping
Baby Registry Essentials
When I was pregnant with my daughters, the notion of a baby registry for essentials didn’t even exist. In fact, the same year that my first daughter was born, I published a book about newfangled bridal registry programs. Baby registries? Never heard of them and they never would have crossed my mind. My how times…
List of FSA Eligible Items to Buy
One year when we had to use up our flexible spending account, I was so surprised to learn that sunscreen was one of the FSA eligible items we could spend that money on to buy. What does FSA stand for? Flexible Spending Account. A flexible spending account is something your employer sets up for you,…
Best Types of Wine Glasses to Own
When it comes to choosing stemware (or stemless ware), not all types of wine glasses are the same. In fact, which kind you buy, set out on a table or bar, or use with dinner all depends on the kinds of wine you’ll be serving. It may sound complicated, but it’s really not. In fact,…
Does Alcohol Expire
I never asked the question, “Does alcohol expire?” until my husband and I opened a bottle of champagne left over from our wedding. This was on our five-year anniversary, and we thought we’d toast to five years of marriage. Instead, we ended up pouring that very expensive bottle of champagne down the drain. Why? Not…
Lifetime Warranty: Review of Products Guaranteed for Life Just Updated
I’ve just updated this lifetime warranty article. It includes more than two dozen brands that provide a warranty for life or lifetime protection on their products, or something similar. This is a great guide when buying gifts for the holidays or all year round. Why? Because these are products that last. And if they don’t,…
College Dorm Must Haves Updated
I’ve just updated this college dorm must haves article for this year’s class of students going back to college soon. It includes 46 48 college dorm must haves. I’ve covered college dorm lists for guys as well as college dorm must haves for girls. In fact, there is quite a bit of overlap for dorm…
Place Your Supermarket Order Online Just Updated
I’ve just updated this blog post on where you can place a supermarket order online. It now includes 39 46 stores that let you order groceries online and either do grocery pick up or have your groceries delivered to your home or business. In addition, you may have ended up here because you were looking…
Grocery Stores that Accept EBT Online
This notion of grocery stores that accept EBT online is a new thing. That’s because for the longest time, SNAP EBT recipients didn’t have the option to shop for groceries online. Thankfully, the USDA has a SNAP Online Purchasing Pilot program up and running now. Plus, it’s available in every American state except Alaska. This…
Is Instacart Grocery Delivery Worth It: My Instacart Review
I first learned of the Instacart grocery delivery service when my oldest daughter moved to a new city. It was her first job after college, and I wanted her to have a fully stocked refrigerator and pantry. Because I was placing an order from afar with Wegmans, the only way I could get everything delivered…
Time to Buy a New Mattress
How do you know it’s time to buy a new mattress? There are a couple of things to think about. One, how do you feel when you wake up? Two, what does your mattress look like when you observe its surface? And finally, how long has it been since you bought a new mattress? These…
Save Money | Shopping | Target
What is a Target Salvage Store
When I first heard of the notion of a Target salvage store, I wondered if there were any near me. My research led me to Marden’s Surplus and Salvage in Maine. (We moved to Maine from Pennsylvania in mid-2023.) In case you didn’t know, a salvage store is where retailers send their excess inventory that…
Where to Buy Toilet Paper
Are you wondering where you can buy toilet paper? I know that my Facebook friends are all posting that they can’t find toilet paper in the store. Some are even suggesting ways to use direct mail or rags as makeshift toilet paper. I really hope we don’t get there Online stores where you can buy…
How to Make an Exercise Desk at Home Including on Peloton
Have you considered setting up an exercise desk at home? If so, you’re not alone. With so many of us working in hybrid situations, you may be interested in finding a way to create a workable space at home that also is good for your health. I’m sure you’ve seen the studies that say sitting…