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5 Frugal Tips for Spending Less on Holiday Travel

5 Frugal Tips for Spending Less on Holiday Travel

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Dec 21, 2017
  • 3 min read

It’s never too early to start thinking about holiday travel. Take it from me, while this time of year is fun, it’s also expensive. The cost of gifts can really add up, and the cost of travel can be just …

The Best Time and Money-Saving Apps for Holiday Shoppers

The Best Time and Money-Saving Apps for Holiday Shoppers

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Oct 31, 2017
  • 5 min read

I love the holidays, but I think everyone can agree they’re hectic. Between the shopping, the cooking, and the event planning, it can be hard to coordinate everything without overspending or forgetting at least one crucial detail. Luckily, it’s 2017 …

5 Tips for Avoiding Online Shopping Scams

5 Tips for Avoiding Online Shopping Scams

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Oct 5, 2017
  • 6 min read

With the holiday shopping season fast approaching, many consumers are opting out of the mall experience, and choosing to play Santa on their laptops, tablets and mobile devices. According to the National Retail Federation, nearly half of all holiday shopping …

24 Sites to Watch Movies Online for Free | Brad’s Deals

24 Sites to Watch Movies Online for Free | Brad’s Deals

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Sep 11, 2017
  • 7 min read

Think that the only legal way to watch movies online is to pay for them? You would be 100 percent wrong. We’ve rounded up the best free online movie sources that we could find – no Netflix subscription required.

When Is The Cheapest Day To Buy Airfare?

When Is The Cheapest Day To Buy Airfare?

  • By Mark J.
  • Aug 15, 2017
  • 3 min read

One question I’m always asked as a full-time travel expert is “When’s the Best Time To Buy My Flight?” There are a lot of opinions out there, and this post is meant to clear up some of the rumors and …

Protect Your Credit with These 15 Online Shopping Safety Tips

Protect Your Credit with These 15 Online Shopping Safety Tips

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Dec 7, 2016
  • 4 min read

Every minute, 19 people fall victim to identity theft. Add in all of the high-profile cases of credit card security breaches in the news lately, it’s no surprise that it is fast becoming one of the most common crimes in …

Why Black Friday’s ‘Lowest Prices of the Year’ Are a Lie

Why Black Friday’s ‘Lowest Prices of the Year’ Are a Lie

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Dec 2, 2016
  • 5 min read

Black Friday is losing its edge. From years past, we’ve come to expect that retailers will offer their most compelling promotions of the year, and compete for the best prices on popular items during Black Friday weekend and the following Cyber Monday. …

12 Proven Ways to Save on Textbooks

12 Proven Ways to Save on Textbooks

  • By Lindsay W.
  • Aug 17, 2015
  • 5 min read

Is there anything more frustratingly overpriced than college textbooks? On average, textbooks cost $563 annually, which, to someone who graduated within the last five years, actually seems like a low figure.

5 Sneaky Ways to Trick Yourself into Saving Money

5 Sneaky Ways to Trick Yourself into Saving Money

  • By Mark J.
  • Jun 4, 2015
  • 3 min read

Saving money is tough for many people–I know I have trouble resisting the occasional splurge on my favorite beverage or a vacation away. But there are plenty of ways for you to save without even noticing! Here are a few tips that I use …

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