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Memorial Day Sale Roundup
This year, retailers are pulling out all the stops when it comes to slashing prices for their annual Memorial Day sales, and that's a boon to consumers. We've picked a few of the choicest deals from around the web on everything from patio furniture to iPads. Here's a look at our Memorial Day roundup: CLICK HERE FOR WINNING WEDDING PRESENTS UNDER $50 Home Improvement With spring in full bloom, it's all about keeping your living space (interior and exterior) in top form for weekend BBQs. During the Memorial Day Savings Event at Read More
Wedding Gifts Under $50
Throwing a wedding can be an expensive undertaking (according to CNN Money, the average cost of a wedding in 2012 in the United States was $28,400!), but just attending a wedding can run you a pretty penny, especially when you add up accommodations, travel and attire. And then there’s the gift. When it comes to picking a present for the bride and groom, you want to be generous and unique, but still mindful of your child’s college fund. We’ve found five fabulous gifts guaranteed to send the newlyweds off in style. Read More
What, Where and How to Buy in May
In the month ahead, we're looking forward to spending more time outside than in, but that doesn’t mean there’s not shopping to be done! In fact, late spring is a terrific time to spend money wisely. Thinking about joining the gym? Is it time to replace that 20-year-old mattress? May may be your month to save when you spend. KNOW A GRADUATE TO BE? WE'VE GOT GIFTS Join a Gym As temperatures begin to rise, bathing suit season creeps inevitably closer for most regions of the continental United States. Gym clubs, eager... Read More
It's Easy Being Green
Earth Day – celebrated in the United States on April 22 – was conceived in 1970 to promote awareness for Earth's environment and to encourage conservation efforts. This year, as the holiday approaches, we're thinking about small changes we can make in our daily lives to help the planet thrive. The good news about an eco-friendly lifestyle is that it doesn't have to be expensive or time-consuming. In fact, there are many ways of going green that are kind to your wallet. Here are a few easy tips to help you cut back on wasteful and destructive habits and save money... Read More
Let's Talk Taxes
For many of us, April means daffodils, the first BBQ of the year and baseball season. But it also means tax time is nigh. If you're scrambling to get your returns done by the Big Day (yes, it's still April 15), don't panic just yet. We've sourced several insightful articles from around the web that provide helpful ways to avoid common tax errors, the best apps for fast filing and suggestions for new parents.Avoid Fraud and Other Pitfalls If you're filing late this year, we recommend you read this Wall Street Journal article filled... Read More
The Best Spring Cleaning Ideas You've Never Thought Of
Considering the fact that spring officially starts tomorrow (despite the unseasonable weather that has affected certain parts of the country), we thought we’d do a little post dedicated to that yearly ritual known as spring cleaning. Put a new a spin on your traditional deep clean with these refreshing ideas guaranteed to de-clutter, organize and restore harmony to your space. Expand Your Repertoire We all know that spring cleaning involves sweeping, dusting and disinfecting, but it doesn’t have to stop there. On the Spring Cleaning 365 blog, we found several ingenious tips to incorporate into the... Read More
Dinner and a Movie: Foodie Film Ideas for Valentine's Day
We've paired each one of our top five favorite food-centric films with a dish to set the mood. This Valentine's Day, get cozy in the kitchen and on the couch. Big Night / Bucatini All' Amatriciana The story of two Italian immigrant brothers, played by Tony Shaloub and Stanley Tucci, who own and operate a restaurant called "Paradise." To save their failing business, the pair risk everything on one special night and one special meal. We can’t think of a chef who’s savvier with Italian cuisine than Lidia Bastianich. Her recipe for bucatini all' amatricianaRead More
It's Game Time: Throwing a Winning Super Bowl Party
There are many elements that go into hosting a successful Super Bowl party. Liken it to completing a 70-yard touchdown pass; it takes planning, strategy and a little luck. So we’ve put together a foolproof game plan, full of money-saving, party-centric coupons, that’ll win you an MVP award for best Bowl bash. NOT IN FIGHTING SHAPE FOR GAME DAY? READ OUR TIPS FOR GETTING RID OF THAT FLU Watch it Your Way Let’s begin at the beginning, which in this case is the television set. A... Read More
