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Summer 2021 is fast approaching and people are looking to get out and do things, and museums are the perfect outing. But museum tickets can be expensive — especially if you have an entire family in tow. And if you plan to visit a museum more than once, you can spend a small fortune. By Cynthia Measom But there are ways to save. If you plan on visiting more than once, consider the price of an annual membership versus paying for separate general admission tickets for your family....

When it comes to holiday gifting, the real trick is to shop smarter (not harder) to get really good deals, especially with prices rising this year as an effect of inflation. Per CNBC, the price of electronics and toys is up 11%, and jewelry is 31% more in 2022, which means savings are a must to not go over your gifting budget. By Selena Fragassi Kohl’s Cash Ulta Ultamate Rewards Dick’s ScoreCard Rewards Nordstrom Notes My Best Buy Rewards My Bath & Body Works Rewards Compare: 10 Inexpensive Christmas Gifts That Won’t Look CheapExplore: How To Successfully Give Pre-Owned Gifts and Other Holiday Thrifting Tricks...

Unless you run an extremely tight ship when it comes to accounting for your personal finances, you’re likely guilty of wasting money — even if it’s just once in a while. The problem is that while most people don’t intentionally spend wastefully, it’s not uncommon. A Mint survey found that three in five Americans have no idea what they spent last month, which often means careless spending. By Cynthia Measom Not Canceling Free Trials Keeping Subscription Boxes You No Longer Enjoy Paying for Subscriptions You Don’t Use Only Buying Name-Brand Items Paying Unnecessary Interest on Purchases Buying Duplicates of Items You Don’t Need Not Using an Available Discount Code or Coupon Paying for Insurance You Don’t Need Making Only the Minimum Payment Paying Additional Fees Living Beyond Your Means Always Opting for Extended Warranties Too Much Bulk Buying Routinely Choosing Convenience Over Savings Impulsive Buying Failing To Budget Your Money Not Comparing Prices Before Buying See Our List: 100 Most Influential Money ExpertsSmall Business Spotlight 2022: Nominate Your Favorite Small Biz by July 25...

Long considered a harbinger of bad luck, millions of American lottery players are hoping that the Friday the 13th Mega Millions grand prize draw on Jan. 13 will bring misfortunate numbers for everyone (except themselves_. With a grand prize of over $1 billion up for grabs, one or more participants will be in the potentially enviable position of having to decide how they want their lottery winnings to be paid out....

Although you might be itching to hit the club’s green, many of the top-rated golf clubs are open to members only. Some, however, are open to the public. Read on to discover the costs of teeing off at some of the best private and public golf courses in the U.S. By Scott Wilson Best Private Courses Best Public Courses America’s Best Private Golf Courses Initiation fees at some of the most exclusive golf clubs can cost well into the six-figure range — if you’re able to secure membership in the first place....

There are a few guarantees that come with flying first class. There’s extra leg room to stretch out and relax in a wider seat, complimentary beverages, snacks and meals to satisfy your appetite, priority onboarding and disembarking and a selection of amenities to ensure you are always comfortable during your flight. By Heather Taylor Holiday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings TipsAnd More: 5 Things You Must Do When Your Savings Reach $50,000...

A limited housing inventory and high demand have created a hot housing market across the nation. As demand exceeds what’s available on the market, the average price of a home jumped to a record 21% in April compared to the same time last year, according to a report from Redfin, a real estate brokerage, as reported by Business Insider. By Josephine Nesbit See: Houses Are Selling the Fastest in These 10 Real Estate MarketsFind: In Less Than a Decade, You Won’t Be Able To Afford a Home in These Cities...

You’ve got your favorite store, your favorite designer, your go-tos for functional fashion and a pocket-pleasing price. Don’t be surprised, though, if the tags have a higher-than-normal price next time you go shopping. By Jami Farkas Apparel prices were up 4.2% in August 2021 over the past 12 months, according to the Consumer Price Index from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics. Blame it, in part, on the pandemic. As Americans began to work from home, or lost their jobs, in March 2020, clothing sales came almost to a halt....

Coronavirus cases are again on the rise as the Delta variant sweeps across the U.S. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced on Friday that new cases are up 70% this week while hospitalizations are up nearly 36%, reports NPR. By Josephine Nesbit See: Handshakes and More Office Rules Changed by COVID-19 Find: 10 COVID-Safe Locations To Visit Across the US Spikes in recent cases are in areas where vaccination rates are low, noted NPR; however, there are also increases in areas such as Los Angeles and New York City....

Nothing stings quite like watching a beloved handbag start to show signs of wear and tear. While it’s understandable that a handbag used on a frequent basis will gradually have a slightly worn appearance, nobody enjoys it when theirs becomes so worn out they must hunt down a duplicate. By Heather Taylor Take a Look Back: 2022 Year in ReviewDiscover: 3 Easy Ways to Turn Your Credit Woes into Wows...

Though most of us are probably aware of the more well-known and popular forms of government resources available, there are plenty more that you may not have heard of. More importantly, you may need to use one of them some day. By Jordan Rosenfeld Find Out: Social Security COLA Increases Add This Much Cash To Your Pockets Each MonthLearn: 16 Budgeting Tips Every Single Woman Needs To Know From help buying a house to financial assistance for your children, here are eight government resources you will be glad to learn about....

You know what they say: kitchens sell houses, and a kitchen renovation is a smart way to increase the value of your home. By Sam DiSalvo Save More: 9 Bills You Should Never Put on AutopayLearn: This Credit Score Mistake Could Be Costing Millions of Americans Making over the kitchen can give you between $17,000 and $67,000 in return on investment. However, kitchen remodels are not cheap. An upscale kitchen remodel can cost more than $120,000....

In the age of the Great Resignation, some employees are taking a more passive path. They are “quiet quitting.” By Nicole Spector The Future of Finances: Gen Z & How They Relate to Money Explore: Your Biggest Money Etiquette Questions Answered Now a piping hot buzzword, quiet quitting doesn’t have a strict definition, but it can best be interpreted as a worker’s silent refusal to do more than the job description entails....

There are many reasons people might want to scan and save receipts. Maybe it’s to keep track of their spending or avoid making tax mistakes. Whatever the motive, there’s no need to have folders full of paper receipts creating clutter. Receipt scanner apps can do that work instead. By David Granahan Best Receipt Scanner Apps 8 Best Receipt Scanner Apps So, what is the best app to save receipts? Here are eight options and what they’re best for....

Need a break from all the Thanksgiving chores and/or travel plans? Well then, it must be time to shop — and all from the luxury of your own laptop or smartphone. By Vance Cariaga Find: The 14 Best Holiday Deals From Costco’s Early Black Friday Coupon Book Compare: Which Will Have Better Deals in 2021? Black Friday vs. Cyber Monday Here’s a look at some of the top deals running right now, as reported by USA Today, across top holiday categories:...

Consumer sentiment is beginning to edge up again after it reached a record low of 59.4 in March 2022, according to the University of Michigan Surveys of Consumers April report. Sentiment in April was at 65.2, still not at January’s level of 67.2, but above February’s level of 62.8, which was measured prior to the Russian attack on Ukraine. By Dawn Allcot See: 10 Reasons You Should Claim Social Security EarlyFind: 6 Bad Habits That Hike Up Your Grocery Bill...

Black Friday is one of the biggest shopping days of the year, and it is always a great time to find deals on tech and electronics. Wholesale retailer Costco is among the stores participating in Black Friday this year with several hard-to-miss deals on these big-ticket items. By Bob Haegele Holiday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings TipsFind Out: If Your Credit Score is Below 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

Thanksgiving dinner isn’t just a time for heaps of food (though that may be the best part), it’s also an opportunity to create a beautiful, fall-themed tablescape. The only problem is making a tablescape can cost a pretty penny — especially if you’re shopping at stores like Williams Sonoma, where a mere tablecloth can easily go for $150. By Nicole Spector Holiday Spending: Get Top Holiday Shopping and Savings Tips Check Out: If Your Credit Score Is Under 740, Make These 4 Moves Now...

If you invest in cryptocurrency, you need a digital wallet to secure your assets. Exchanges like Coinbase offer their own wallets, which gives their users the convenience of securing their coins, tokens and NFTs right on the same platform where they buy, sell and trade them. By Andrew Lisa About Cold Wallets Necessity Benefits of Cold Wallets Best Cold Wallets Security But the most convenient option is not necessarily the safest....

As with most grocery store chains, Fred Meyer lets customers use their Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) EBT cards to buy eligible food items. By Vance Cariaga See: SNAP Benefits Available in Your State in 2022Find: SNAP Benefits: When Will My Card Be Reloaded? Fred Meyer, owned by Kroger, mainly operates in the Northwest. Customers who qualify for SNAP benefits can use their Electronic Benefits Transfer cards to purchase food both in-store and for curbside pickup, according to the company’s website....