Author: Nicole Dow
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11 Ways to Travel More Without Overspending
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on July 2, 2024
Explore these tips on how to squeeze in more adventure and spend less.
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37 Cost-Saving Road Trip Tips
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) and Veronica Matthews (The Penny Hoarder) on June 27, 2024
Prepare for a fun-filled road trip — and stick to your budget — with these travel-savvy tips.
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Here’s the Essential Hurricane Preparedness Checklist for Your Car
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) and Timothy Moore (The Penny Hoarder) on June 21, 2024
Don’t get caught off guard and left scrambling this hurricane season.
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30 Cheap Organization Ideas to Straighten up Your Home
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on March 23, 2024
Wrangle the mess in your home — and stick to a tight budget — with these simple tips.
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How to Cancel 15 Popular Free Trial Offers
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) and Michael Archambault (The Penny Hoarder) on March 9, 2024
Find out how to cancel free trials so you don’t end up paying for a service you don’t want.
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13 Weird Ways to Use Ketchup
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on February 22, 2024
Forget expensive tools and products — ketchup can do the trick.
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6 Easy Ways to Winterize Your Car and Avoid Emergencies
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on January 1, 2024
This advice will help you keep your car running efficiently throughout the winter months.
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Is Walmart Plus Better Than Amazon Prime?
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) and Rachel Christian (The Penny Hoarder) on December 18, 2023
Use this comparison to pick the best shopping subscription service for your budget and needs.
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23 Ideas for Fun and Cheap Christmas Decorations
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on December 14, 2023
Deck the halls without wrecking your finances.
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12 Free Educational Resources To Keep Kids Learning at Home
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on December 12, 2023
Plenty of no-cost resources are available to boost your kids’ education, and yours too.
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12 Simple Ways To Save Money in Retirement
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) and Rachel Christian (The Penny Hoarder) on December 12, 2023
A strict retirement budget shouldn’t mean no fun. Here’s how to cut costs to have an enjoyable, frugal retirement.
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38 Affordable Experience Gifts for Everyone on Your List
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on December 6, 2023
Move beyond material presents for an unforgettable holiday with these gift ideas.
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How to Start an Emergency Fund From Scratch so You’re Prepared for Anything
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on December 4, 2023
Anything can go wrong in your day-to-day life. Have a safety net in place so you can live stress-free.
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Want More Money This Time Next Year? Try a No-Spend Challenge
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on November 29, 2023
Follow these steps to go on a spending freeze and meet your savings goals.
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29 Free Things To Do During the Holidays
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) and Elizabeth Djinis (The Penny Hoarder) on November 28, 2023
Find holiday cheer with these festive activities that won’t cost you a thing.
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21 Cheap Home Decor Stores That Let You Deck Out Your Home for Less
Kaz Weida (The Penny Hoarder) and Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on November 8, 2023
Adorn your home with style with these tips — and do it all without spending a fortune.
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Store Brands vs. Name Brands: Slash Your Grocery Bill by up to 33%
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on November 7, 2023
Discover the big savings you may be overlooking at the grocery store.
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How To Use Your Library Card To Get Free Museum Passes
Veronica Matthews (The Penny Hoarder) and Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on September 23, 2023
In these cities, a library card is good for far more than just books.
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How To Create a Realistic Retirement Budget
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on July 21, 2023
Retirement can mean a big change in your cash flow. Here’s how to stay on top of your budget.
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10 Attempts at Frugality That Could End Up Costing You Money
Nicole Dow (The Penny Hoarder) on June 28, 2023
You think you’re being smart, but these things could have your money going up in smoke.
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