2024-02-05 20:45
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The Practical Saver is a personal finance blog with posts on family, life, money, savings, investment, insurance, and other finance-related topics.
2024-02-05 20:30
Some things deserve a little more love on Valentine's Day, some things just don't get the sort of exposure and attention they deserve, and Black Joy is one of them.
Make this Day of Love a d… Read More
2024-02-05 20:15
Getting into fitness benefits you for various reasons, but one of them that hurts us is the price. Paying for weights and other types of workout equipment can run you a hefty bill, leaving y… Read More
2024-02-05 19:45
When purchasing a vehicle, one of the essential factors that go into it would be the safety rating, along with other elements that influence price or reliability. While finding a car with al… Read More
2024-02-05 19:30
Some places around the world have an eerie aura, whether because of a tragedy, a weird atmosphere, or just strange scenery. I’m not brave enough to venture to any of these sites. Are y… Read More
2024-02-05 19:15
When it comes to having a credit card, there’s so much misinformation out there regarding how you should use it or not use it. That’s why it’s really important to research… Read More
2024-02-05 19:00
The Xbox Series X/S represents Microsoft’s fourth foray into the video game console market. It takes many games from past consoles, especially the Xbox One, and adds its own 4K experie… Read More
2024-02-05 18:45
In the 1860 book The Ladies’ Book of Etiquette and Manual of Politeness, author Florence Hartley outlines a variety of situations and how one must present or conduct oneself. Her book… Read More
2024-02-04 22:30
In the rapidly evolving landscape of technology, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative force, reshaping industries and redefining the nature of work. As AI continues t… Read More
2024-02-04 20:00
Succession’s vast array of dense characters lent the HBO series a literary fervor not many peers can claim to match. A relatively small main cast featuring some of the best actors in m… Read More
2024-02-04 19:05
Sleep deprivation is a common occurrence in today's bustling world. With the constant demands of work, personal life, and technology, it's no surprise that many people struggle with getting… Read More
2024-02-04 18:45
“The boy ain’t right,” but that’s why we love Bobby Hill.
Bobby Hil became the fan-favorite character of Fox’s long-running King of the Hill, and for good… Read More
2024-02-04 18:30
Robert Downey Jr. has delivered iconic performances on both sides of his comeback as Iron Man in 2008. Despite his demons in the past, he always turned in great acting in his films. Whether… Read More
2024-02-04 18:15
National Geographic recently released its “Best of the World” list for 2024. Dolly Parton and Dollywood's HeartSong Lodge & Resort both made the list. The iconic singer-songw… Read More
2024-02-03 19:30
In the world of television, only a few shows survive. The ones that make it can get multiple seasons and awards, but there are often shows that we love that we believe shouldn't have been ca… Read More
2024-02-03 19:05
In the dynamic landscape of small business financing, SBA loans emerge as a beacon of hope for entrepreneurs striving to turn their business dreams into reality. These loans, backed by the S… Read More
2024-02-03 19:00
Once upon a time, “Oscar-winning LGBTQ movies” sounded like an oxymoron. Then Hollywood started expanding the types of stories it produced. The Academy had no choice but to take… Read More
2024-02-03 18:45
Actresses come and go, but few bring as much charisma, versatility, and unique flair to the screen as Parker Posey. With a career spanning over three decades, Posey has become a beloved figu… Read More
2024-02-03 18:30
It's slick and gets everywhere, but sometimes you need some wax to do the job. Wax is also one of the many crafting components in Enshrouded that prove helpful, especially in the early game… Read More
2024-02-03 18:00
When audiences catch word of a Hollywood sequel to a blockbuster movie, they feel joy and fear. The joy comes from seeing the continued story arc of beloved characters, and the fear relates… Read More
2024-02-02 19:00
Every comic book fan loves a good crossover, a team-up or a battle between characters from different books. It gives readers a chance to see how their favorites measure up with one another a… Read More
2024-02-02 18:45
We love to hate the villains in movies — and none of them would be as sensational without the talented actors portraying them. While most of the women on this list are reportedly lovel… Read More
2024-02-02 18:30
The state of Ohio's catchphrase is “The Heart of it All,” and that phrase is completely accurate. Filled with varied topography, the views are even more spectacular once you get… Read More
2024-02-02 18:00
When it first aired on NBC in 2009, mainstream audiences didn't know what to make of Dan Harmon's meta-aware college comedy, Community. A genre-bending absurdist series oriented around the l… Read More
2024-02-02 17:27
Marisa Abela transforms into late singer Amy Winehouse in the first full trailer for Back to Black. Directed by Sam Taylor-Johnson, the musical biopic also stars Jack O'Connell, Eddie Marsan… Read More
2024-02-02 17:15
The Delaware judge presiding over the legal dispute between Tesla and its shareholders regarding CEO Elon Musk’s $55 billion compensation package has ordered the company to void the st… Read More
2024-02-02 17:00
Siblings are often the first people our own age that we become friends with within our lifetimes. Bound by the same parents and upbringings, brothers and sisters can relate to our problems… Read More
2024-02-01 19:15
When going through old sports cards, you may brush past one worth thousands or millions. These massively rare cards will blend into the rest of them, and you must pick out which are rare. Th… Read More
2024-02-01 19:00
Better Call Saul began life as an overlooked prequel to Breaking Bad in 2015. After finding its footing and figuring out how to separate from its precursor, the series ushered in a novel app… Read More
2024-02-01 18:45
Everyone has their favorite A-list celebrities known by people far and wide. Then there are the lesser-known talents, actors who are underrated in their abilities to embody characters. Here'… Read More
2024-02-01 18:30
If you're a true crime fan, you know that YouTube is one of the best places to hear haunting true crime stories. Not only is it accessible, but hundreds of YouTubers dedicate their channels… Read More
2024-02-01 18:21
Fans will have to wait until 2025 to see new seasons of Stranger Things, Wednesday, and other popular Netflix shows that were delayed due to the Hollywood strikes in 2023.
According to Deadl… Read More
2024-02-01 18:15
Sports fans are crazy about anything that their favorite players or teams have had their hands on. Collectors spend some big bucks for these artifacts of the game. Listed are some of the mos… Read More
2024-02-01 18:00
In a world where people barely get acknowledged for their work, it’s absurd that some folks are getting paid for failing. Sometimes, no matter how bad people are at their jobs, they st… Read More
2024-02-01 17:45
Potterheads now have even more to enjoy at Universal Orlando. Universal Orlando Resort visitors can enjoy a limited-time pop-up shop featuring the magical creations of Studio MinaLima—… Read More
2024-02-01 17:30
Not only did Steven Universe (2013-2019) receive an Emmy for its incredible animation and a GLAAD Media Award for LGBTQ+ representation, it holds a special spot in fans' hearts for its belov… Read More
2024-02-01 17:15
A famous Bible quote is often shared regarding money's effect on humankind: “For the love of money is the root of all evil: which while some coveted after, they have erred from the fai… Read More
2024-01-31 19:05
Taking care of your skin is more important than ever in today's fast-paced world. Your skin is constantly exposed to pollutants, UV rays, and the stresses of everyday life. As a result, usin… Read More
2024-01-31 19:00
Hollywood has a long fascination with exploring the lifestyles of the rich and famous, as it’s fertile ground for exciting, epic storytelling. During Hollywood’s golden age, many… Read More
2024-01-31 18:45
The prices of eggs and bread have always been initial economic inflation indicators. Inflation is the decline in the purchasing power of money, usually due to an increase in the quantity of… Read More
2024-01-31 18:30
As one of America's most popular travel destinations, you'll find exciting things to do at any turn in Orlando. With gleaming Florida sunshine, stunning landscapes, and unique experiences ga… Read More
2024-01-31 18:00
Few would suggest that Bob Dylan isn’t a great songwriter. Over 1500 artists have covered his songs, indicating that he’s hugely respected and his legacy will live beyond him.
Ho… Read More
2024-01-31 17:45
ABC has released trailers for the upcoming seasons of Abbott Elementary, Grey's Anatomy, The Conners, The Good Doctor, The Rookie, Station 19, and other strike-delayed ABC series. The new se… Read More
2024-01-31 17:39
For some, the Super Bowl is about their beloved 49ers or Chiefs claiming the world champion title. For bettors, the game's outcome may determine if little Timmy still has his college fund. F… Read More
2024-01-31 17:30
It hasn’t been an easy ride for retail stores in the last few decades. With the emergence of e-commerce giants like Amazon, many iconic stores have had to pivot to becoming online-only… Read More
2024-01-31 17:05
Life is so much easier when you don’t have to stress over managing your money, especially if you can do so for free. When people start working and making money, they want to open a fre… Read More
2024-01-27 18:00
Every year, more research and regulations pop up, forcing the public to educate themselves and enforce safety precautions over all aspects of daily life. Acceptable behaviors from decades ag… Read More
2024-01-27 17:30
For some Americans, the 1990s marked a time of peace and prosperity. For others, it was a time of exacerbated inequality and violence.
That duality helps explain the explosion of crime movie… Read More
2024-01-27 17:00
It's been nearly half a century since he died in 1979, and yet no actor has wholly embodied the role of cinematic cowboy quite like John Wayne. Getting his start in B-movies in the 1930s, Wa… Read More
2024-01-27 16:30
A 2023 study has illustrated that the biggest hurdle in increasing public acceptance of electric vehicles (EVs) is not the cars themselves; it's the lack of reliable charging networks. … Read More
2024-01-27 16:00
Filmmakers have turned the lens on themselves, figuratively and literally, since at least 1928, the year Buster Keaton made his classic comedy The Cameraman. Since then, movies about movies… Read More
2024-01-26 18:00
There's a lot of financial advice out there, but not all of it is good. Let's clear up some common misconceptions so you can make better decisions with your money. We're busting 25 myths to… Read More
2024-01-26 18:00
Snorkeling gives a clear line of sight into the underwater cities teeming with coral, sharks, fish, and other marine species not seen every day. The best snorkeling destinations are typicall… Read More
2024-01-26 18:00
Everyone loves to watch a show featuring heroes and heroines, but they might not always feel quite as compelling or involved as characters in the grey of the world.
TV anti-heroes rose to fa… Read More
2024-01-26 17:30
As a country, America doesn’t have the best reputation. We tend to make a lot of noise and attract a lot of attention on a global scale, which leads to myths and stigmas. When you talk… Read More
2024-01-26 17:00
The fashion trends in the 1970s were glorious because they embraced funky colors, bold patterns, and new silhouettes that people hadn't worn before. People who adore the '70s will pay relati… Read More
2024-01-26 16:30
Video game remakes serve a lot of purposes. As a reincarnation of an older experience, remakes can put a great game in front of a new audience. Revamped and reimagined, these remakes can fix… Read More
2024-01-26 16:00
Few directors earn as much respect as Stanley Kubrick. Often cited as one of the greatest filmmakers ever to live, Kubrick’s movies brought a new level of narrative complexity to the w… Read More
2024-01-26 15:30
To hear Stan Lee tell it, the X-Men comics came into existence because he grew tired of coming up with new origins. By introducing the concept of mutants, people who manifested amazing power… Read More
2024-01-26 15:15
Romance movies have always been popular, but the conventional boy-meets-girl storyline can sometimes get repetitive. For those looking for something a little different, there are countless r… Read More
2022-03-27 14:25
Are you looking to make more income but in a fun way? Like gaming? In this article, we look into the best game apps of 2022, where you can actually get paid to play games.
Sound goo… Read More
2022-03-04 17:38
If you’re looking to develop a new income stream, you may have seen this in your feed online. In today’s post, I describe exactly what copywriting is, what copywriters do, and ho… Read More
2021-10-04 14:50
Finding the right baby shower gifts for moms is more challenging than you think!
Do I get something practical, something sentimental, or something personalized?
Only you can answ… Read More
2021-09-26 14:38
When looking for ideas for baby gifts, are you the same as me, where maybe you don’t have kids yet, or you do, but your friend is about to become a mom.
Question is – what do… Read More
2021-08-24 17:15
Affiliate marketing for beginners can be overwhelming! It is a great way to make money, but knowing where to start takes a lot of work. The internet is full of opportunities for making money… Read More
2021-08-20 09:42
A baby gift box is a perfect gift for an expectant mother!
Maybe you want to treat your friend or co-worker, or perhaps it’s your relative, and you can’t wait to welcome their… Read More
2021-08-20 07:46
You may or may not have heard of Bigscoots as a hosting provider. In my opinion, Bigscoots is the best managed WordPress hosting in 2021.
Why was I looking to refresh my host?
Early on… Read More
2021-06-11 16:11
30+ Dirt Cheap Meals – Delicious and Easy
Are you looking for dirt cheap meals? In today’s article, we’ll share some super budget-friendly options that could save you an… Read More
2021-06-07 17:21
What is Liquid Net Worth, and how do I calculate it?
Liquid net worth is a term that describes how much money you would have if you were to sell all of your assets right now. This include… Read More
2021-06-06 17:00
Having an flea infestation can be overwhelming can’t it?
Or maybe you are looking ahead and planning. Fact is the weather is becoming steadily warmer.
Unfortunately, this means t… Read More
2020-07-12 21:22
Want fun activity to do when bored at home or summer activities for kids at home?
School break is fun, that is, for kids. For us parents, it's a different ball game.
We find that there are… Read More
2020-06-21 20:46
Looking for ways on how to make money online without paying anything? Check these ideas to make extra money now. They're not here for long, and that's for sure.
Believe it or not: There ar… Read More
2020-06-14 08:05
Get paid to read books. That's right. Now, you can make money from reading. Really, even kids can earn extra cash on the side on this side gig or past time. You can even work from home doin… Read More
2020-05-10 20:44
Unemployment, limited pay, among others are some of the reasons that many of us can't afford to spend a lot on groceries. The question now is how to get free food with no money.
Whether yo… Read More
2020-05-02 19:01
Finding a job after you've been laid off is tough especially now that we live in a world where businesses are closing left and right. But there are ways on how to make money while unemploye… Read More
2020-04-28 01:27
Smartphones can basically do just about anything. How you tried the grocery list apps by any chance or the ones your friends and family shared with you?
If you haven't, you should. You'll… Read More
2020-04-27 09:00
Everyone loves to shop at Amazon. Did you know there are so many Amazon hacks to save you money fast and even make you cash?
If you are a budgeter and an extremely frugal person like me, y… Read More
2020-04-24 16:30
If you're like any other American, you've probably spent almost two hours grocery shopping. If this is you, why not get paid to shop for others or even for yourself?
No kidding. You can get… Read More
2020-04-18 09:00
Seriously, you can make money shopping using your everyday apps. No kidding on that. Who doesn't like that to get paid to shop online for free, right?
It's so easy to overspend when you ar… Read More
2020-04-12 09:00
Some of us spend a few dollars here and there and realized later that we overspent. Don't beat up yourself. It happens. Rest assured you can learn how to stop overspending money.
I mean, w… Read More
2020-04-10 08:00
When money is tight, it may seem so hard to stretch out your money. Believe it or not: there are easy ways to save money on a tight budget.
It's always important to save money even a small… Read More
2020-03-27 08:32
We can all use a tool to cut our bills for good. This is where the Trim app comes in. Learn more in this Trim review!
Trim is a money-saving program that offers a bunch of ways to save cas… Read More
2020-03-22 09:31
True, extreme couponing can save money (a lot of it actually) but it's time-consuming. There's a better way: coupon apps.
Let's face it: Couponing can feel exhausting and overwhelming. You… Read More
2020-03-22 08:00
Cushion App is a service that haggles with banks and credit card companies – on your behalf – to get the money back you've shelled through bank fees. Read more from this Cushion… Read More
2020-03-17 05:30
Cash back sites aren't really new. They've been here for years. But making the most money from them is something a lot of people tend to overlook.
Whether it's from Amazon, Walmart, or som… Read More
2020-03-10 06:00
I've gotten so many request for an Ibotta review lately that I decided to create one based on my experience.
Using it makes sense since the Ibotta app is a fairly straightforward way to sa… Read More
2020-03-08 09:00
If I tell you there are ways on how to save money on groceries, and that you can save $500 or more (monthly or annually), would you believe me? You should!
I know exactly feels when you sa… Read More
2020-02-29 08:14
Cutting the cord is definitely a great way to save money. Did you know you can get internet without cable?It’s no secret that cable and satellite TV costs continue to climb. At this po… Read More
2020-02-25 09:00
Want to learn how to live cheap but don't know where to start? A lot of us have been there. The reality is if you look hard enough, you'll see there are ways on how to live on nothing or ne… Read More
2020-02-21 01:00
Drop app lets you earn rewards when you shop from your favorite stores. But is Drop app safe? Do you earn free cash rewards? Learn those in this Drop app review.
By now, you'd probably hea… Read More
2020-02-16 20:40
Online jobs have become well known (for good and bad reasons) in the past years as a way to make money online.
But one thing is for sure: There are plenty of jobs out there that are legit, f… Read More
2020-02-16 04:08
Do you want to look for under the table jobs that pay cash instantly? Or earn cash other than your day job? You're not alone.
Yes, there are plenty of odd jobs for cash that people may or… Read More
2020-02-06 09:00
Want to stay home and still generate extra money? I have good news and this is an absolute dream come true. Now, you can make money from home.
Whether you're a busy mom, student, a stay-ho… Read More
2020-01-31 00:15
Did you know you can get paid to watch videos online? Yes, you can. If you like to watch online and offline, now is your chance to find ways to make money and earn more on the side while do… Read More
2020-01-29 04:00
Life happens, and, sometimes, our expenses continue to grow faster (back and forth) than our pay does. Unfortunately, this situation happens fast or all the time. We often ask and find ours… Read More
2020-01-25 15:27
It would be nice to get paid to type online. It turns out there are companies that will do just that for you.
It's hard to believe that typing a few words here and there can help you make mo… Read More
2020-01-18 03:37
Want to earn money online but don't have much to invest? Nowadays, it is doable to make money online without investment.
Many of us want to make more money so we could save for essential t… Read More
2020-01-11 12:08
It doesn't hurt to earn extra money, right? I mean, I'd be happy to get free money. I know you feel the same way, too. Believe it or not, there are legit sites to earn money just by signing… Read More
2020-01-07 12:25
Are you looking for ways to make $50 day online? You are not alone. With so many bills like a credit card, it is now the time to earn cash to pay them and save more passive income.I totally… Read More
2019-12-31 05:37
Can you make instant money online absolutely free? You'd think that it's close to impossible to do it but it's not. I've done it several times. Let me help you figure out how to make free mo… Read More
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