Angela Brandt

I began writing in high school by interviewing rock bands in my hometown of Ventura, Calif. Since then, I've written for many music magazines and websites. After studying journalism at San Diego State University, I relocated to a small town in Montana near the land my family had homesteaded and became a newspaper reporter. I later spent six years in the state's capital as a crime reporter. I recently returned to my hometown with my dog and trusty sidekick, Stella.

6 Obamacare Facts You Need to Know
6 Obamacare Facts You Need to Know

on July 8, 2013

Confused about what Obamacare means to you and your family? From who’s affected to what you’ll pay, here’s what you need to know.

Tips for a Fabulous Budget Las Vegas Trip
Tips for a Fabulous Budget Las Vegas Trip

on July 2, 2013

From sharks to martinis to concerts, these tips will help you get the most bang for your buck in Las Vegas.

Homemade Gatorade: Sports Drinks on the Cheap
Homemade Gatorade: Sports Drinks on the Cheap

on July 1, 2013

Spend about a dime on your next sports drink instead of a couple of dollars with these homemade beverage recipes.

8 Frugal Ways to Manage Your Allergies
8 Frugal Ways to Manage Your Allergies

on June 26, 2013

Battling allergies can be as easy as adding some garlic to your diet or kissing your sweetie pie (although a kiss before eating garlic is preferred).

Turn Today’s Leftovers Into Tomorrow’s Cocktail
Turn Today’s Leftovers Into Tomorrow’s Cocktail

on June 24, 2013

You can cheaply make flavored vodkas with ingredients already in your pantry or fridge. Enjoy it yourself or consider it a frugal gift idea.

Go to Disney Without Going Broke
Go to Disney Without Going Broke

on June 21, 2013

Disney has raised some prices at its Florida and California theme parks. Here’s how to compensate by reducing other related costs.

Free and Cheap TV: So Many Options to Choose From
Free and Cheap TV: So Many Options to Choose From

on June 13, 2013

These days, you can even see live sporting events that used to require a subscription to satellite or cable TV.

Red Light Cameras: Public Safety or Government Revenue?
Red Light Cameras: Public Safety or Government Revenue?

on June 12, 2013

Some cities have dropped cameras as a traffic law enforcement tool, saying their effectiveness has been questionable. In other locations, the debate rages on.

Does This Smell Bad to You? How Long Foods Last
Does This Smell Bad to You? How Long Foods Last

on June 11, 2013

A major way to stop wasting food and your money is to know how long basic items last in the freezer and fridge.

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