green living, smart spending
Robocall Scam Alert: We’re all being hounded incessantly by robocalls, both on our landlines and on our mobile phones. But we are not powerless to block the scammers and telemarketers who bother us night and day, including weekends and holidays. First of all, the Federal Trade Commission “do not call” registry does not work. It
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Now that gas prices are increasing daily because of the growing conflict in the Mideast, it’s important again to save money at the pump. You can do that if you tune up, slow down and lighten up. These tips won’t cost you anything, but will save you lots.
Now that my hometown is back on top of the must visit destination list, here’s how to enjoy NYC on the cheap. March and April are a great time to be in NYC, including for FREE Women’s History Month events, the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade and NY International Auto Show, a FREE ice skating
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The current ski/snowboard season isn’t over yet, but you can get a head start on next season by purchasing your 2026/27 Ikon Pass starting March 12 at the lowest prices of the year, and get new benefits including new destinations, expanded access to existing ones, and new discounts and other perks. At a Glance 2026/27
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Movies on the cheap – Once again this year, AMC Theatres is rolling out the red carpet for movie lovers on a budget, with discounted tickets for all of the nominated films for Best Picture before the big night. Reminder that the Two-Day Event is Saturday, March 7, 2026 and the following Saturday, March 14,
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Movies on the cheap – If you love the Academy Awards season, now’s the time to catch up on this year’s Best Picture nominees without breaking your entertainment budget. Reminder that the Regal Cinemas’ 2026 Best Picture Film Festival offers tickets and popcorn at blockbuster price. Get the star treatment with $7.99 tickets per movie at participating
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Visit more than 200 museums, zoos, aquariums, botanical gardens and other cultural institutions for FREE on the first full weekend of every month, via the Museums on Us program. The program is a perk for holders of a Bank of America or Merrill credit card or debit card. Just present your active card with
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There are great meal deals and new menu items at national restaurant and fast food chains every week, to help you stretch your strained budget. FREE Cone Day at DQ, Friendly’s upgrades its core menu, all-you-can-eat shrimp at Golden Corral, bottomless pancakes at IHOP, new $3-$5 menu choices at Whataburger, new high protein choices at
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April 15th will be here soon. The sooner you file, the sooner you can get a refund – except if you make mistakes on your return. Here are the five most common tax mistakes and how to avoid them. Use the correct tax form and filing status: Your filing status determines deductions, tax credits and
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Travel insurance is as essential as auto insurance and homeowner’s insurance. Political unrest, severe weather and software glitches mean cancelled and delayed flights, missing a cruise or a wedding, not just your luggage. Simply, never leave home without it. The choice is what kind of coverage you want to buy, and whether it is a per-trip policy or annual coverage.