Author: Trae Bodge
Some of the most innovative CBD products you can buy
Written by: Trae Bodge
CBD is one of my favorite ingredients. It has been a popular topic of conversation these days largely due to the recent legalization of marijuana in …
How to pamper your pets on the cheap
Written by: Trae Bodge
Any pet owner will tell you that the best thing they ever did was to get a pet. We just got a new bunny named Willow …
The best shopping deals & discounts for April
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April brings not just warm weather and bountiful showers, it brings an abundance of deals. As you think about shopping for the month, expect to save …
March 2021’s best shopping deals & discounts
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March is here, and while the weather may be a bit unpredictable, we can grin and brave the storms because spring is coming! In terms of …
February’s best shopping deals & discounts
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No matter what else is going on in the world, we can always rely on the fact that there will be deals on things we need. …
18 great Valentine’s Day gifts under $100
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According to the National Retail Federation, Americans planned to spend just under $200 on their Valentines last year. After the year we’ve just had, I wouldn’t …
20 ways to save money at Starbucks & Dunkin’
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If you follow me regularly, you know I urge folks on a budget to make their own coffee to save money. But I know that DIY …
10 ways to save money at pharmacies
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You might think that because you’re paying for something that the doctor ordered, you have no other options. In some cases, the price is the price, …
January’s 17 best shopping deals & discounts
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Now that the holidays are over, it’s time to do a little shopping for yourself! And just because the holidays are behind us, doesn’t mean the …
12 hidden perks of shopping after Amazon Prime Day
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Don’t blame yourself! It’s usually in July, but due to the pandemic, it was moved to Oct. 13 and 14. How were we supposed to keep …
Smart shopping tips for people who love Target
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There are affordable, stylish clothes, chic decor, and even food. It’s almost too easy to get carried away and do some serious damage. With that in …
Money saving hacks for Walmart shoppers
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When it comes to saving money, few stores can hold a candle to Walmart. Their “Everyday Low Prices” are just the tip of the iceberg. After reading about …
October deals & discounts you don’t want to miss
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October is a high point of the year for many of us, with its vibrant leaves, sweater-worthy days, and Halloween fun. And from a shopping perspective, …
How to save money when shopping at IKEA
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There’s something thrilling about going to IKEA. The vibrant, complementary colors, the smell of Swedish meatballs and cinnamon buns in the air and the dizzying array …
How to save money at Gap, Old Navy & Banana Republic
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Whether you’re a diehard fan of Old Navy jeans, can’t do without your buttery soft Gap Body underthings, or Banana Republic is your go-to when you …
How to save money at your favorite craft stores
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Let’s face it – your kids are going to be more bored than usual for a while. And while boredom often begets creativity and innovation, hearing …
How to save money at Sam’s, Costco & BJ’s
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If you’ve been to a wholesale club warehouse, you know the thrill of the cavernous interior with snacks, spices, and home office staples stacked to the …
15 secret ways to save extra on Amazon Prime Day
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Over the last few years, Amazon Prime Day has become huge, even surpassing Cyber Monday sales figures a few years ago. While the pandemic has left …
July’s best shopping deals & discount codes
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July is here, and it’s officially summer. With the temperature heating up, escaping into the air conditioning to do some shopping might be just the ticket. …
Summer fun & Father’s Day deals you should grab in June
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June is here, which means we are in the final sprint towards the start of summer. Typically, June is a month packed with weddings and graduations, …
37 Valentine’s Day deals, sales & discount codes you’ll love
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Just in time for Valentine’s Day gift giving, we’re seeing strong savings on gifts for the whole family, including tasty treats, beauty gifts and personalized presents. This is also one …
Great holiday gifts under $100
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Weirdest year on record? Check. Holiday gifts? Whoa…we have to think about that now? I know. It’s almost too much. This whole crazy year and now …
6 ways to shop smarter online
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More than 79% of Americans purchased goods and services online in 2018 and that number is expected to exceed 90% in 2023. Online shopping is becoming the norm, …
138 of the best deals, sales & discount codes in November
Written by: Trae Bodge
With Black Friday just a few weeks away, you may have instituted a shopping moratorium until then. After all, isn’t Black Friday the kick-off of the …
The best sales, deals & discount codes for October
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October is a popular month, especially if you live in an area where there are seasonal changes. The leaves are vibrant, we can take our sweaters and …
55 of the best deals & discount codes for September
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You may be wondering if there will be a deal drought between now and the holidays. After all, what even happens in September? The answer is …
15 ways to shop like a pro on Amazon Prime Day
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Last year’s Amazon Prime Day was the biggest ever, with more than 100 million products being sold. Top sellers included their proprietary devices, like the FireTV Stick and …
How to save money when you shop
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You don’t have to max out your credit cards or sacrifice your financial future to buy what you want and need. You can save some serious …
How to get shipping for free on nearly everything you buy
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In the old days, those of us who were brave enough to try this new online shopping thing were willing to pay a shipping fee for …
How to stay healthy this winter (and into the spring!)
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Dr. Redcross (yes, that’s his real name!) is a practicing internal medicine physician who specializes in “concierge medicine,” which allows him to take as much time …
32 restaurants where you can get free food and drinks
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We all love free stuff and saving cash, right? If you’re willing to provide your email address to food purveyors to receive ongoing offers, there are …
Last-minute Christmas shopping tips & ideas
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Christmas, if you celebrate, is right around the corner. Whether you have a tiny number of gifts yet to buy, or if you haven’t started yet, don’t …
The dos & don’ts of buying at a wholesale club
Written by: Trae Bodge
Because I write about smart shopping, you’d think that I’d be adept at shopping in all forms. Not always! As a new member of Costco, it …
5 grocery shopping hacks every smart shopper should know
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Grocery shopping isn’t fun, like shopping for clothes or gifts. We tend to form habits around our weekly shopping outing – finding the closest store and walking …
15 secret ways to save extra on Amazon Prime Day
Written by: Trae Bodge
Last year’s Prime Day was the biggest Amazon sale day ever – even bigger than Cyber Monday! The company sold their proprietary devices, like the Echo Dot and …
10 patriotic must-haves for the Fourth of July
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The whole gang is coming and you want your July 4th fête to reflect the spirit of Independence Day! Nearly 90 percent of Americans spend more per month …
15 game-changing beauty items that will make you feel stunning
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Let’s face it, we’ve become accustomed to being disappointed, or at least underwhelmed, by products and tools that are meant to enhance our beauty. The claims …
12 Mother’s Day Gifts Under $50
Written by: Trae Bodge
Mother’s Day is May 13, and as usual, you are wracking your brain for what to give the moms in your life. They do so much …
