Sadly, big-ticket presents likely aren't in the cards for Mother's Day this year. Instead of offering smaller freebies like coffee or a scoop of ice cream like last year, many merchants are offering sweepstakes prizes that could make mom very, very happy.
Welcome to Recommended Readings, where each week we highlight 10 links from some of our favorite frugal friends. This week we've got tips for shoppers, bikers, gifters, cooks and more.
Raise your hand if computer problems, issues and slowdowns have directly impacted your sanity and hair loss. According to a recent survey by the Pew Research Center, more than 60 percent of respondents felt impatient, discouraged and confused by technical problems.
The federal government's Cash for Appliances program created a run on energy-saving appliances. Unfortunately, overloaded websites and phone lines in some states have made it difficult for some consumers to take advantage of this rebate program.
The competition for jobs is fierce, ugly and brutal. Employers report receiving up to 250 applications for entry-level positions, and old-fashioned resumes lead more often to yawns than interviews.
There are thousands of blogs dedicated to the subject from every possible angle. People blog about Christian frugals, student frugals, low-income and high-income frugals, and the every-popular mommy frugals.
Americans consume vast amounts of sodium in our foods, leading to more than 100,000 preventable deaths annually from heart disease, stroke and other health problems.
Retailers love special holidays like Earth Day, because it gives them a reason to lavish it's shoppers with coupons and sales. So enjoy our top five Earth Day coupons.
Consumers tired of their Snuggies and home-cooked meals are starting to take baby steps out of frugal-living boundaries. Frugal fatigue has lead to a small increase in consumer splurges.
Here's a serious "awwww" blog post for you. MyGoodCents points readers toward a free promo-code offer for a personalized tooth fairy photo.