The cost of one mom’s school-aged child’s birthday suddenly skyrocketed because of the “entitled” actions of one school mom. Lauren Libin, a mom of two, told The Sun that she was planning a party for her youngest child, six, when the other parent pulled the cheeky move. Lauren opted to throw the event at a large soft play venue and … Read more
He never leaves home without it. Zac Jones checked into a budget hotel in the popular British beach resort of Blackpool that cost him around $16 a night, including full breakfast — but fled the premises after going over his room with an ultraviolet light. The 27-year-old is a fan of affordable travel, but also values … Read more
Upgrade anyone? Free booze, early boarding and extra pillows might not be the only benefits of flying first class. Known colloquially as “economy class syndrome,” deep vein thrombosis, or DVT, is a life-threatening medical condition that occurs when a blood clot forms in a vein located near the center of the body — making it … Read more
Back to school? More like back in the saddle. September means summer’s ending, but savvy travelers know the coming month is also is the beginning of shoulder season — that quietly magical moment when travel becomes more affordable, destinations can be less crowded, the skies a little friendlier again. But, according to Expedia, there are times … Read more
Weddings are expensive affairs and one budget-busting couple have decided to save money on a reception asking their guests to join them after dinner at a nightclub. A friend of the groom who was not a fan of this “incredibly stupid idea” took to Reddit to share her frustration. “My husband has a friend who … Read more
Broke Americans are not letting budget constraints get in the way of a good vacation. Even though 47% of Americans said they can’t afford a vacation this year, 49% said they are likely to travel anyway, according to Allianz Partners USA’s 16th annual Vacation Confidence Index. It is part of an increasing trend of travelers … Read more
A Jetstar passenger has blasted the budget airline, claiming she was refused free water on a flight from Bali to Perth. Dasha Daley, who is a Perth-based adult content creator, took aim at the Aussie carrier in a TikTok video over the weekend. “The joys of flying Jetstar; when you buy a bottle of water … Read more
The average U.S. driver lost 42 hours to congestion in 2023, according to the INRIX Global Traffic Scorecard. It’s little wonder, then, that data shows some of the highest-priced real estate markets often coincide with the most bicycle-friendly communities. Cycling not only saves commuting time, but being on two wheels—free from the confines of the driver’s … Read more
A recent post in the Moms on a Budget Facebook group has sparked a heated discussion about everyday spending habits. The post, titled “Frugal thought of the day,” read: “How to waste $5,000 a year… Spend $13.70 per day on things you don’t need. Those daily coffees people buy — boom, $7000 a year. Add buying your lunch, another $7000 … Read more
A recent post in the Moms on a Budget Facebook group has sparked a heated discussion about everyday spending habits. The post, titled “Frugal thought of the day,” read: “How to waste $5,000 [$3,305 USD] a year… Spend $13.70 [$9 USD] per day on things you don’t need. Those daily coffees people buy – boom, $7000 [$4,628 USD] a … Read more
Talk about a packed lunch. A UK dietitian is sharing recipes for five simple, nutrient-loaded lunches to pack for the office — including one that’s very easy on the wallet. “Eating healthy on a budget is doable with some savvy shopping,” Lucy Jones, a dietitian and the chief clinical officer for the National Health Service … Read more
Movie theaters can apply for a license to sell liquor, including wine and beer to their customers, under the $237 billion state budget deal crafted by Gov. Kathy Hochul and the legislature. But lawmakers don’t want filmgoers to get blotto on cocktails while watching “Ghostbusters” so customers will be limited to buying one drink per … Read more
Get a load of this! A southern California mom of 14 says she spends more than $75,000 a year on food, mortgage, utilities, clothes, and other essentials for her family, like laundry detergent — she does 21 loads of laundry a week! “We need a minimum [of] $6,000 a month to run the house,” caterer … Read more
Planning a kid’s party can quickly become an unnecessarily painful experience for parents. From lolly bags to catering and entertainment, creating a fun experience without requiring a small bank loan can be challenging. One mom has vented about how the assumptions of many parents left her and her husband over budget and seething with anger … Read more
Social media trends, specifically on TikTok, can cover a wide range of topics, from new food recipes to viral dances and much more. One trend, however, is rawer than most as creators are sharing very transparently how they divvy up their paychecks each week. Videos with the keywords “payday routine” on TikTok are virtually endless and millennials … Read more
Ozempic, Wegovy and other drugs designed to treat diabetes have become one of the hottest and most controversial weight-loss crazes. But those drugs are so high in demand that there’s a nationwide shortage of them. They are also pricey, with one month’s supply costing anywhere between $900 and $1,300. That has people on social media turning … Read more
Time is money — Americans believe the average day is worth $134, according to new research. A survey of 2,000 U.S. adults revealed that, aside from their job, Americans think that they do $134 of work when factoring in cleaning (64%), cooking (55%) and driving (41%). Though the average respondent spends $35 on any given day, … Read more
“Quiet luxury” and “Doom spending” are out. “Loud budgeting” is in. The in-your-face financial trend, where crying poverty is the new flaunting of wealth, couldn’t be more perfect for Gen Z, known for their love of oversharing. Being a loud budgeteer is easy, too — just begin talking very openly, to anyone who asks or doesn’t … Read more
Laura Avenius Eliason is a busy mother of three who’s always trying to stay on budget. To feed her growing tribe — all of her kids are under 8 — without going broke, the crafty mom winds up cooking mostly from scratch. And when she does grab her shopping cart and hit the aisles, she’s constantly … Read more
Parents may be forced to curb spending on gifts for their kids this holiday season amid ongoing inflation — but one psychologist says that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Dr. Jenna Vyas-Lee believes that frugality over the festive season can help create more mindful, less entitled children. The psychologist told the Daily Mail that just … Read more