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Shop Talk: Fall Yard and Garden Solutions
Welcome back to Shop Talk, the monthly blog where we highlight top independent retailers from around the web. As we are currently witness, the fall months are full of loveliness that comes in the form of cool, crisp days, brilliant foliage and perfectly ripe apples. And while there’s nothing quite like the color of autumnal leaves to lift one’s spirits, the thought of raking them provokes a considerable amount of anxiety and dread, as do the unexpectedly chilly nights that seem to sneak up from out of nowhere. Now that we’re halfway through October, we thought we’d take the time... 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, 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 with last-minute tax tips. 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
Money Matters: What to Buy in August
August is a month of transition, somewhere between summer and fall, when we're still holding onto those warm sunny days but gearing up for the new opportunities and experiences on the horizon. It's also a great time to find deals on a variety of products, with back to school sales in full swing and retailers discounting outdoor living items to make room for cooler weather inventory. Here's a cheat sheet to help you best allocate your funds this month. Back to School In early August, retailers start advertising their back to school sales to encourage customers into stores and onto websites, which... Read More
Have a Cheap and Cheerful Family Christmas
It seems that the cost of Christmas is forever getting higher, with must-have toys and gadgets costing a small fortune. Many of us are facing difficult financial circumstances at the moment, and it could mean making some tough decisions to avoid disappointed faces on Christmas day. If you really can’t do without buying those costly presents, you will need to cut the cost of Christmas elsewhere. Here are a few tips to get you started. 1. The most obvious place to start is food and alcohol, because this is where you can make the biggest savings. We always complain about supermarkets... Read More
Top Money-Saving Apps for iPhone, iPad and Android
Over the last few years, tech developers have generated a prolific number of mobile apps for tablets and smartphones geared towards saving consumers money. We’ve picked our top five to help you budget everything from fashion to fuel to fettuccine. FashionClyp Browse deals at stores like Macy’s, Victoria’s Secret, Neiman Marcus and more Whether you’re headed back from the gym or on traveling for work, this app provides recommendations to help locate favorite stores and brands with personalized offers Follow brands and clyp offers to get the latest fashion trends and sales, as well as to buy instantly GasBuddy The... Read More
7 Ways to Save on BBQ Essentials
At Coupon Craze, we love barbecues. Between the friends, family, food and fun, we can't think of a better way to celebrate summer. And with July 4th rapidly approaching, we've been thinking of ways to save money on cookout essentials. Here is a roundup of deals we've found on everything from soda to sunscreen. Burgers A summer cookout just isn't complete without the burgers. With Target Mobile text alerts, you'll save $1 off ground beef. Want to build a better burger? Perfect your recipe with help from the Food Network. Soda and Snacks Get snacky... Read More
Saving Savvy: Reducing Summer Spending
Summer can be a pricey time of year when you add up electric bills, gas prices and weekend getaways to the beach. Which is why we’ve been thinking of ways to help you reduce unnecessary spending and enjoy all your favorite things about the season including farm fresh produce, road trips and the great outdoors. BEACH BABES! GET GREAT SUMMER BEAUTY PRODUCTS FOR UNDER $15 Put Warm Weather to Use For most of the country, summertime means longer days, more sun and warmer temperatures. Take advantage of this climatic shift and save... Read More
