Donna Freedman
Get Your Kid Off to College Well Prepared, on a Budget
Donna Freedman on June 17, 2015
A guide to what your freshman will need, and how to get it without stressing out or overpaying.
The Real Cost of Cat$ and Dog$
Donna Freedman on June 5, 2015
Don’t kid yourself: Look at the lifetime costs of a companion animal in order to determine whether you can provide the care that a pet deserves.
10 Money Lessons From ‘Avengers: Age of Ultron’
Donna Freedman on May 7, 2015
Explosions? Yes. Costumed superheroes? Check. But the comic-book extravaganza packs a financial punch, too
How To Survive When Your Income Drastically Drops
Donna Freedman on April 1, 2015
A few belt-tightening tactics will help you hang on until better times return.
20-Plus Tips to Make the Most of Post-Holiday Clearance Sales
Donna Freedman on December 24, 2014
There will be crowds. But if you can handle the hubbub, you’ll score some great prices on stuff you use every day.
Shopping For Your Girl? Avoid Everything on This List
Donna Freedman on December 11, 2014
Men, it’s that time again, when you get the chance to shine or stumble. And ladies, what’s the worst gift you’ve ever gotten? Share your experiences and win a Money Talks T-shirt.
What You Need to Know to Score a Year’s Worth of Gifts at Rock-Bottom Prices
Donna Freedman on November 26, 2014
Starting tomorrow, smart shoppers will be getting some hot holiday deals. But the smartest shoppers will be building a “gift closet” that will see them through just about any occasion, all year long.
Get Paid to Shop This Season: Really!
Donna Freedman on November 21, 2014
Cash-back sites will give you rebates on just about anything you can buy online. Smart shoppers visit these sites year-round.
11 Things You Didn’t Know Your Local Pharmacy Does
Donna Freedman on September 23, 2018
Wellness programs, vaccinations, free delivery and maybe even free medication – all sorts of bonuses could be yours for the asking.
Should You Spy On Your Teen Driver?
Donna Freedman on September 9, 2014
Motor vehicle crashes are the leading cause of death for U.S. teens. Techno-parenting might save your novice driver’s life.
8 Personal Finance Tips From ‘Guardians of the Galaxy’
Donna Freedman on August 20, 2014
Amid the wiseguy banter and exploding spacecraft are lessons about hard work, career and managing your finances.
Big-City Lodgings for $29 a Night
Donna Freedman on August 18, 2014
Savvy travelers know that hostels, not hotels, are the way to go. Sharing a room can be surprisingly comfortable – and you can’t beat the price.
Free Admission to More Than 1,500 Museums, Aquariums and Zoos
Donna Freedman on August 14, 2014
Some restrictions apply, of course. But you can still get in absolutely free at plenty of places.
Get Millions of Books and Magazines for Free
Donna Freedman on August 15, 2014
A good novel, a classic whodunit, a scientific treatise, a trashy celebrity mag – all this and more can be yours for little or nothing.
Christmas in July? It Could Save You, Big Time
Donna Freedman on July 8, 2014
We’re fewer than five months away from the start of the Silly Season. Let this be the year you choose a saner approach to holiday spending — by starting now.
Stop Paying for Your Food!
Donna Freedman on June 17, 2014
Some of the country’s top chefs forage for ingredients for their five-star meals. So can you, using databases of where to gather food from the wild or from someone’s garden.
Does It Pay to Have Diapers, Toilet Paper, Dog Food Delivered to Your Door?
Donna Freedman on June 11, 2014
Both major retailers and Internet start-ups offer scheduled deliveries of everyday essentials or nice-to-have treats. But will you save any money this way?
Go to College Without Borrowing a Dime
Donna Freedman on June 5, 2014
Student loan debt can ruin your young adulthood. Use these tips to find an affordable education. (Hint: It might even be free.)
8 Personal Finance Tips From ‘Captain America: The Winter Soldier’
Donna Freedman on April 7, 2014
Money lessons aplenty are tucked in and among all the pow! zap! action of the newest film in the Marvel franchise.
Painless Ways to Turn Junk Into Cash
Donna Freedman on March 21, 2014
De-clutter your home and enrich your bank account at the same time. You might be surprised what your stuff is worth.
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