Food & Drink – Money Crashers

9 Best Receipt Rewards Apps for 2024

Amy Freeman — Wed, 02 Aug 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Food is a significant and growing expense for the average American. Thankfully, grocery rebate apps can help put cash back in your pocket after a grocery store trip. Try these receipt-scanning apps to get back more of your hard-earned cash.

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Extreme Couponing 101: Save Over 80% on Groceries

Tom Blake — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:42:00 +0000

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American family spends more than $8,000 on food and personal care products. That’s a significant portion of many families’ annual income. With rising food prices and broader inflation, costs aren’t likely to go down anytime soon. Fortunately, there are already numerous ways to save money on

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22 Ways to Eat Cheap & Save on Food While Traveling on Vacation

Brian Martucci — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Food is one of the most expensive costs of a business trip or family vacation. But you can find ways to shave a few dollars off your trip food budget at every meal. Implement these cost-effective strategies for saving money on food on your next trip.

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Couponing Do’s & Don’ts — How to Save Money Shopping With Coupons

Tom Blake — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:48:17 +0000

You’ve probably already used coupons at some point in your life. According to a 2020 survey by Statista, almost 90% of respondents reported having used coupons for shopping. Considering that coupons provide a fast, free way to reduce spending on groceries and essentials, it’s clear why coupons are so popular. But to make your couponing

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How to Make a Grocery Price Book to Save at the Supermarket

Amy Livingston — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:45:10 +0000

When you’re on a tight personal budget, grocery shopping can be a particular challenge. If you’re buying one big item, such as a kitchen appliance or a computer, you can compare prices ahead of time and find the store with the best deal. But if you’re shopping for groceries, you may not have the time or inclination to compare prices

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Fetch Rewards vs. Ibotta – Which Is Better for Grocery Rebates?

Sarah Graves — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:31:37 +0000

With inflation touching every aspect of people’s lives, especially the cost of vital goods like groceries, it’s no wonder there’s a surging interest in grocery rebate apps. I’ve been using them for years, and I never go shopping without my handy list of rebates queued and ready to go. My two favorites are Ibotta and

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8 Ways to Buy Natural Organic Food on a Budget

Amy Livingston — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:29:00 +0000

As Kermit the Frog so famously said, it’s not that easy being green. You want to do the right thing for yourself, your family, and the planet, but often it seems like every green choice you make just pulls more greenbacks out of your wallet. Take organic foods, for example. A study by Consumer Reports

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Generic vs. Name Brand Products at the Grocery Store – How to Choose

Amy Livingston — Thu, 10 Nov 2022 20:26:59 +0000

If you could look at my food pantry right now, you wouldn’t recognize many of the brand names. Instead, you’d see lots of cans and boxes that bear the names of Shop-Rite, Trader Joe’s, and Market Pantry (one of the many house brands at the discount grocery store Aldi). Buying store-brand products is a great

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9 Hotel Chains With Free Breakfast — Everything You Need to Know

G. Brian Davis — Tue, 12 Jul 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Whether you’re looking to save money, time, or effort on your next vacation, you can count on free breakfasts from these hotel chains.

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Checkout 51 Review – Earn Cash Back on Gas & Groceries

Tom Blake — Thu, 03 Feb 2022 13:00:00 +0000

Groceries are a consistent and significant expense for most households, and shoppers are always looking for ways to save. If you’re tired of grocery- and fuel-reward apps that take too long to pay off, you’re in luck. The free app Checkout 51 does a lot of things right.

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25 Ways to Save Money on Groceries – Food Shopping Tips on a Budget

Amy Freeman — Tue, 04 Jan 2022 12:00:00 +0000

How much are you spending on groceries each month? No matter how much it is, there are ways to trim your household’s food costs. Cutting your grocery bill can seem challenging at first, but with a plan and a few changes to how, when, and where you shop, it is doable.

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14 Ways to Eat Out Cheap With a Family Full of Kids

Sarah Graves — Mon, 04 Oct 2021 11:00:00 +0000

One of the realities of parenthood is that almost everything suddenly costs exponentially more than it used to. The same applies to dining out. Luckily, there are plenty of ways to save, even if your kiddos want nothing but hot dogs or chicken nuggets.

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10 Best Credit Cards for Dining

Matt Bundrick — Wed, 01 Sep 2021 21:00:14 +0000

Using a generous cash-back or points-based rewards credit card that pays you to dine out is one of the easiest ways to stretch your restaurant dollars. There are lots of choices — which is best for your lifestyle and budget? Learn about the best credit cards that reward you for restaurant purchases.

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Best Deals & Discounts for People Over Age 50 (Senior Citizens)

Amy Livingston — Fri, 06 Aug 2021 12:00:45 +0000

Lots of businesses offer special deals to older customers, and many of them kick in well before you reach 65. Whether you dread turning the big five-oh or passed it long ago, these bargains can help you see the bright side of hitting that benchmark birthday.

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How to Get EBT Food Stamps – SNAP Program Eligibility & Application

Amy Livingston — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 12:00:18 +0000

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, formerly known as food stamps, has been through many changes over the years. And present-day SNAP has fairly elaborate rules to determine who’s eligible for benefits and how to calculate them. Find out whether you’re eligible and how to sign up.

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Are Wine Delivery Clubs & Subscription Boxes Worth the Money?

Brian Martucci — Fri, 25 Jun 2021 20:30:54 +0000

Signing up for a wine subscription box service is easy for adults of legal drinking age. Whether you should is another matter. If you’re on the fence about signing up, familiarize yourself with the pros and cons and weigh the most common alternatives to wine subscription services and clubs.

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How to Get Free Starbucks Drinks — 10 Ways to Get Coffee for Cheap

Tom Blake — Mon, 10 May 2021 20:51:29 +0000

With most Starbucks drinks ranging from $3 to $5, getting a latte every day isn’t a favorite habit of financial advisors. The good news is it’s possible to get free or seriously discounted Starbucks to help you get your coffee fix without breaking the bank.

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Grocery Delivery Services – How They Work, Cost & Benefits

Brian Martucci — Wed, 17 Mar 2021 19:30:44 +0000

Grocery delivery services allow you to have food and household essentials sent right to your home. If you don’t have the time to walk crowded store aisles - or you simply dislike it - you may find grocery delivery irresistibly convenient. But is it really right for you? Find out here.

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5 Home Vegetable Garden Ideas & Types You Can Start on a Budget

Amy Livingston — Wed, 10 Mar 2021 20:30:40 +0000

A home produce garden can have many benefits for your health and wallet. It offers a chance to save money on groceries while enjoying homegrown flavor and freshness. But the cost, space, and time requirements of gardening turn off some people. Fortunately, each of these problems has a solution.

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Wine Buying Guide – Types and What You Should Spend On

G. Brian Davis — Tue, 09 Feb 2021 23:30:35 +0000

Choosing a wine is like choosing a book: There are a million options to choose from. But you don’t have to become a sommelier to enjoy wine and participate in conversations about it. A bit of basic knowledge about types, varietals, vintages, and tasting notes goes a long way.

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