News You Can Use • December 2025
Hello, December! The twinkle lights are up, hot cocoa mugs are in hand, and the scent of cookies, and maybe
Miscellaneous
The word miscellaneous comes from the Latin word miscere, meaning “to mix.” This is truly a great mix of articles that don’t fit anyway else! Enjoy these one-off, compelling topics that will help you in your quest to save time and money.
They range from 8 Secrets of a Successful Garage Sale, to The High Cost of Being Hopeless with Math, to Simple Rules to Live By. Don’t miss out.
News You Can Use • November 2025
Hello, November! The leaves are down, the air has that unmistakable chill, and kitchens everywhere are starting to smell like
News You Can Use • September 2025
Hello, September! The days are getting shorter, the mornings a little crisper, and suddenly the pumpkin spice aisle feels… inevitable.
The Best Fun You Can Have Without Spending Much
Looking for hobbies that won’t eat up your paycheck? These frugal hobbies deliver big joy for little (or no) cost.
News You Can Use • August 2025
Hello, August! The sun’s blazing, the snacks are melting, and some of us are wondering if back-to-school aisles always show
News You Can Use • July 2025
Hello, July! The grill’s fired up, the fireflies are out, and some of us are keeping entire ice companies in
News You Can Use • June 2025
Welcome, June! The lemonade is flowing, the birds are showing off, and summer’s knocking with sand between its toes. This
News You Can Use • May 2025
Hello, May! The flowers are blooming, the days are getting longer, and there’s something about May that just feels full
News You Can Use • April 2026
Hello, April! Spring is settling in, bringing a fresh mix of everyday surprises and “good to know” moments. This month’s
News You Can Use • March 2026
Welcome to March! Winter may still be hanging on, but spring is making its entrance and so are a fresh
News You Can Use • February 2026
Hello, February! Short on days but big on happenings… from Groundhog Day forecasts to Super Bowl snack showdowns. Grab a
News You Can Use • January 2026
Happy New Year! 2026 is already shaping up to be exciting, and we’ve rounded up the stories, tips, and hacks
News You Can Use • December 2024
As we wrap up the year, there’s a lot happening to keep you in the loop. Whether you’re on the
News You Can Use • November 2024
As we move into the holiday season, there’s plenty to keep you informed. From price cuts at Costco to irresistible
News You Can Use • October 2024
Welcome to October’s News You Can Use! This month, we’re keeping an eye on some important developments. As holiday shopping
News You Can Use • September 2024
Welcome to September’s News You Can Use! This month, uncover surprising insights like how grandparents are teaching vital financial lessons
News You Can Use • August 2024
As we dive into the heart of summer, we’re bringing you a delightful mix of news that’s as refreshing as
How to Easily Find Replacement Parts for Anything You Own
Whether it’s a teaspoon you’re missing from your grandmother’s sterling, the “X” in your Scrabble game, or a unique button
How to Stop Paying for Storage and Take Back Your Space
Is your stuff really worth what it’s costing you to store it? Everyone thinks their stuff is priceless, but be
How to Get Free Refills at Starbucks
Can you get a FREE refill at Starbucks? The answer is yes, provided you understand that there are limits and
How to Stop People Pleasing: 3 Simple, Healthy Steps
Have you ever found yourself saying “yes” when you really wanted to scream “no”? The truth is, many of us
Vangie is Her Name and Travel is Her Game
To say that the global pandemic rocked the world in horrific ways would be, to put it mildly. We may
What to Do On the Worst Day of Your Life
On the Sunday after Pastor Rick and Kay Warren lost their son to suicide, Rick’s message, “What to Do On
Like Fourth Grade All Over Again
I’m not sure why I loved fourth grade so much. Maybe it was because my teacher was extra pretty and
7 Simple Ways to Make Sure You Don’t Hit Your Mobile Data Plan Limits
Follow these tips to cut back on your smartphone data habit, track and monitor your usage, and stretch your data
8 Garage Sale Tips to Help You Make More Money This Weekend
Whether your goal is to purge your home of stuff you no longer need or you want to raise some
Secrets of the Frugal Lifestyle
I'll admit I used to think frugality was a distasteful lifestyle forced upon the poor. I believed "frugal" was synonymous
3 Free Life-Improving Resources
If you are generally wary of free stuff, I’m right there with you. Most of the time, I’ve found that
Two Options When Your Social Security Number is Compromised
I just received a letter from a reader that sent chills up my spine. It brought back vivid memories of
Cucumbers in Plastic Wrap, and More Great Reader Tips!
It’s universally understood that a red flag means to stop or some variation of caution. A green flag, on the
Clutter’s Last Stand: How to Get Moving to De-Junk Your Life
What would we do if we actually had to use everything we own, including all that stuff in the drawers,