How to Score the Best Cheap Tires Online and Save Big

Tires are one of the biggest — and most overlooked — expenses of car ownership.  Whether you’re replacing a full set or just the one that met a nail in a parking lot, the cost can leave your wallet spinning. The good news? You can save hundreds just by skipping the auto shop markup and…

25 Staycation Ideas to Try if Travel Isn’t In Your Budget Right Now

Want to go on vacation, but dreading the travel price tag? These staycation ideas will help you make the most out of your hometown.

How to Start Meal Planning So You’ll Actually Stick to It

Weekly meal planning can help you save money on your favorite dishes and minimize food waste. Here’s how to make a plan to help you save both time and money.

The Pantry Challenge Can Save You $100 or More on Groceries. Here’s How

Keeping a well-stocked pantry and a dialed-in grocery budget is kind of my thing. So when I was asked to take one for The Penny Hoarder team and do the pantry challenge, I didn’t hesitate. To be fair, I like the challenge of creating something out of nothing. With pantry challenges, you’re competing against your…

How You Can Get Free Food for Your Birthday

Do you have a birthday coming up, but don’t have a ton of money to spend on celebrating? If so, this is the perfect time to find out which of your favorite restaurants offer free food for your birthday. Plenty of eating establishments offer perks for your big day — and not just on your…

How to Save Money With Streaming Bundles: Best Deals for 2025

Watching TV is becoming a more complicated process these days. If you’ve ditched cable — like many of us have — you probably rely on streaming services. Long gone are the days of just Netflix and Hulu. Now, if you want to watch specific shows, you might need to invest in a third, fourth or…

How to Thrift to Save Money: A Guide to Smart Secondhand Shopping

You’ve probably seen the TikToks from creators showcasing their unbelievable secondhand finds. Designer bags, solid wood furniture, vintage items and even brand new clothes — all can be found at thrift stores for well under retail value. And it’s a good thing, too. Costs are rising as inflation ticks up and tariffs on imported goods…

May 2025 Class Action Settlements Involve Boar’s Head, Robitussin and Olaplex

Ten settlements are accepting claims in May, allowing consumers to recover compensation for data breaches, false advertising, defective products and more. NordicTrack, ProForm iFit class action settlement iFit agreed to a class action lawsuit settlement to resolve claims that its NordicTrack and ProForm treadmills and workout equipment were sold with defective touchscreens. The settlement benefits…

10 Legit (and Secret) Websites to Make Money Online in 2025

Making money easily and quickly is appealing to many. We’ve heard a lot about survey sites like InboxDollars that pay you money for sharing your opinion, or gaming sites like Solitaire Smash that allow you to win real money. But what about the lesser known options — like secret websites to make money.  If you’re…

How to Get a Library Card — And Why It’s Totally Worth It

Nothing beats free when you’re tightening your budget, and the best way to get free books and other services is with a free library card. Though libraries are well known for their books (and they are great for that!), you could have access to audiobooks, movies, streaming services and classes. If you’ve never thought about…