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Save vs Splurge: Movie Theater or Home?
by Anthony Fontana on March 6, 2013 in Saving, Smart Shopper
Is it me or is the cost of taking your family to the movies comparable to that of taking a mini-vacation? Check out the financial comparison between taking the family to the movies and staying in for the night.
How Much Money Do You Waste Grocery Shopping?
by Anthony Fontana on March 4, 2013 in Saving, Smart Shopper
Grocery shopping is expensive. It’s even more expensive for a family of four. How expensive, you ask? In 2012, a typical family of four in the U.S. spent $944 per month on groceries. If you break it down, that’s $236 per week.

Know Your Mortgage: The Basics
by Travis Pelto on February 22, 2013 in Mortgage News, Smart Shopper
Not all of us fully understand the intimidating process that is home ownership. If you’re like me and can’t make heads or tail of the intricacies of mortgages, fear no more. Here is a blog for the rest of us; mortgages explained simply.

Have a Fun Night for Half the Price
by Eric Mally on February 20, 2013 in Smart Shopper
If you’re looking to have some fun with your friends but don’t feel like shelling out the dough, here are some easy tips to keep some money in your wallet.
Is a Credit Union Right for You?
by Anthony Fontana on February 20, 2013 in Saving, Smart Shopper
While credit unions and banks are both financial institutions that provide similar services for customers, the fact is that credit unions are significantly different than banks. Find out how below!
What Seeds to Plant Where: February
by Krissy Schwab on February 12, 2013 in Saving, Smart Shopper, Zing Zone
Despite the few feet of snow you might be buried under, don’t worry. It’s getting closer to gardening season. Learn what seeds you can plant right now!
Netflix v. HBO
by Travis Pelto on February 11, 2013 in Smart Shopper, Zing Zone
Netflix is making a bold effort to become the next HBO with their $100 million original show, “House of Cards.” Can a company with less than a third of their competitor’s subscribers emulate their success?

Cheap Gadgets to Make Your Life Easier
by Travis Pelto on February 4, 2013 in Smart Shopper, Trends, Zing Zone
If you look hard enough, you can find a gadget to make almost every aspect of your life a bit easier. Check out these corner-cutting tech items and make your day to day more convenient.

What’s Cheap and Pricey in 2013
by Travis Pelto on January 31, 2013 in Saving, Smart Shopper
The economy is hard to predict, but the cost of certain things can be figured out if you know where to look. Here’s our list of what’s expected to be cheap and expensive in 2013.

