10 hacks for slashing the cost of holiday meals
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In Episode #55, we tell you how to put out a beautiful spread without breaking the bank! Our tips include recommendations on what to DIY instead of buy and how to save big on booze. Plus, we share our favorite recipe sites where you can plug in on-sale ingredients and create delicious dishes! We also cover:
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Our top tips for saving big on Black Friday—and in 2020!
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If you're stressed out because you're not sure how to tackle Black Friday and other big holiday sales, we've got you covered! We'll tell you all of the tricks you need to succeed, including:
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Slash your food bill: Secrets to buying the freshest meat, produce & more!
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In Episode #53, you'll learn insider tricks to picking the freshest food at grocery stores, plus storage tips, that can save you hundreds of dollars a year. From apples and tomatoes to T-bones and tilapia, we've got you covered! We also share surprising tricks for extending the life of cheeses, fresh herbs, and other expensive groceries.Plus tips for shopping on Amazon's outlet and warehouse sections, our take on Walmart's new credit card, free trial gotchas, and more!
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10 ways to save big by cutting credit card, bank & insurance costs
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Bank and credit cards eat away at your paychecks with interest payments and late charges and fees for checking accounts, overdraft coverage, ATM usage, and a lot more. But you can avoid most or even all of those money wasters with our tips. We'll also help you shave your insurance premiums by getting rid of unneeded coverage. We also cover: The best places to get your prescriptions filled; how to outsmart Amazon's algorithm to get the best deals; and why you should sign up for Target's new loyalty pro
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12 shopping & cooking hacks to slash your food costs!
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In Episode No. 51, we share our favorite tips for saving big on food bills. In the first half of the podcast, we share our top food-shopping tricks. Next, we reveal easy money-savers in the kitchen, including fun ways to turn leftovers into tasty treats. By making just a few tweaks to your usual cooking routine you can save hundreds of dollars a year. Plus, the cars most likely to be stolen in the U.S., and a popular way to save on airfare that can actually cost you a bundle.
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Our 10 BEST Money-Saving Shopping Tips!
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To celebrate our 50th episode, we rounded up some of our greatest hits. Whether you've been following us all along or are new to the podcast, now's a fantastic time to listen in. We cover our top tips so far, including clever ways to save at dollar stores, restaurants, yard sales, and a lot more. Plus, we reveal a few of our favorite shopping apps, and a way to uncover secret savings online.
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Secrets to snagging freebies & discounts—without the gotchas!
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In Episode No. 49, you'll learn how to wring more discounts and giveaways out of loyalty programs from supermarkets, outlet malls, movie theaters, drugstores, and tons of other retailers. Even Uber now has a loyalty program! You'll also learn about the dark side of these potential marketing traps and how to protect your data and your privacy so you don't get hacked! We also cover: Why you might want to ditch your safe deposit box. And how to take advantage of sales-tax holidays in your state.
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How money pros get the best deals on credit cards & loans
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In episode #48 we interview Greg McBride, Chief Financial Analyst for Bankrate.com. He shares the secrets to paying down credit-card debt, cutting credit-card fees and interest, and getting a better deal from your bank. He also lets you know the credit cards that make it easy to earn cash-back on gas, groceries, shopping, restaurants, and travel. And you'll get some tips on finding the best mortgage rates, and the best ways to finance home improvements. Plus: Where to shop for supplements you can tr
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6 New Travel Scams: Listen up before you pack your bags!
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Planning a trip this year? In this episode, we share simple ways to avoid getting taken by the latest travel scams, which can trip up even veteran travelers. Crooks are over charging for Uber trips and cab rides; shortchanging customers who use large bills; and stealing rental bikes to bilk you out of hundreds of dollars. They're even setting up fake hotel sites to get your credit-card info! Plus, we cover: What's up with the new WhatsApp scam. Chemicals in cosmetics you should avoid.
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How to Avoid the Latest Shopping & Credit-Card Scams!
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In Episode #46, we cover six sneaky shopping and credit card scams. You might be surprised at the new ways you can be cheated! Crooks are now using PayPal transactions, fake fraud alerts, and even the checkout lanes at major retail chains to steal millions of dollars from shoppers. Learn how to avoid getting taken by thieves! Plus we cover: When and how to get a great deal on a mattress. An important safety warning for used-car buyers. One-day shipping at Walmart and Amazon.
info_outlineIn Episode #26, you'll learn how to quickly find the best deals on the stuff you want. We'll also share essential shopping sites and apps and credit-card perks you don't want to miss. And we reveal our take on the top trends of the season, including amazing gift-card deals at Costco, Walmart, and Target. Plus: How to avoid outrageous hotel fees. A shocking caller-ID scam that can clean out your bank account. Nice perks you can get for shopping local. Amazing wine and booze bargains.