Daily Deal Sites: The Good, the Bad, and the Discount
Would you like to snag 60 percent off cupcakes? How about $20 for $50 worth of sushi? These deals are pretty enticing, and if you’re like a lot of people, they are bombarding your email inbox on a daily basis.
6 Tips for Getting the Most Out of a Gym Membership
The holiday feeding frenzy has come to an end. You’re ready to shed some of that winter weight, so you’ve made a resolution to join a gym. But which gym do you join? Should you take them up on those introductory personal training sessions? And what’s all this small print on the contract?
Ring in the New Year Without Wringing Your Wallet Dry
What are you doing New Year’s Eve? It’s the question on everyone’s mind this week, but for some, it’s a worry. Because ringing in the new year can get expensive, especially if you celebrate with a ritzy party or a fancy date. There’s no reason to begin 2012 by dropping your savings on a one-night bash. Instead, use some thrifty ingenuity to create a fun and affordable New Year’s Eve event.
Psychology of a Sale: How Retailers Play Mind Games
You’re at a department store. You’re a smart shopper so you’ve prepared a list of items you plan to buy and have budgeted accordingly. As you venture toward the back of the store, you pass the clearance rack. You know you should just keep walking, but you spot a pair of designer jeans that have been reduced from $200 to $75. At a discount like that, the store’s practically begging you to buy them, right?
Feed Yourself Next Year for Less
One of my Spendster weaknesses is eating out. Now, I’m not necessarily proud of this, but as a creature of habit, I have been to my favorite four restaurants 168 times so far this year. These aren’t fancy places, but the numbers sure add up. I’ve spent $681.20 in 78 visits to my top favorite place.
Reduce the Hidden Costs of Holiday Travel
It’s officially the holidays. And if you are like many Americans, you’ll soon be loading the car or catching a flight to visit your family and friends. But the trip and your holiday shopping list may leave your wallet feeling the wintertime blues. Fortunately, there are a number of ways you can trim costs en route to your holiday destination.


