budget
Gift Guides
35 Fun and Thoughtful Gifts That Cost Less Than $50
You don't need to shell out a ton of cash to show people how much you appreciate them.
By Jessica Kasparian and Sara Coughlin
Food
8 Throw-Together Meals from Whole Foods for Under $5
Quick meals for every time of day.
By Jessica Jones, M.S., R.D., C.D.E.
Culture
How the Hell Are You Supposed to Budget for a Pandemic?
Humans love uncertainty, right?
By Sarah Jacoby
Recipes
13 Sheet-Pan Dinners That Cost Less Than $2
Use your sheet pan to minimize costs and cleanup.
By Audrey Bruno
Recipes
13 Casserole Recipes That Cost Less Than $2 Per Serving
Cut costs without sacrificing flavor.
By Audrey Bruno
Food
Here's How a Registered Dietitian Shops and Meal Preps on a Budget
I feed my family of four for less than $100 per week.
By Nazima Qureshi, R.D.
Recipes
13 Slow-Cooker Recipes That Cost Less Than $2
Dishes that take time and save money.
By Audrey Bruno
Food
14 Meatless Meals That Cost Less Than $2
They'll keep you (and your wallet) happy and full.
By Audrey Bruno
Food
14 Salads You Can Make for Less Than $2
Way cheaper than your favorite salad chain.
By Audrey Bruno
Recipes
14 Soups You Can Make for Less Than $2 Per Serving
Warm, filling, and affordable.
By Audrey Bruno
Money
Beyond Giving Tuesday: How to Make a 'Giving Plan' and Why You Need One
A little planning goes a long way for the causes you care about.
By Linda Davis Taylor
Travel
7 Steps I Took to Afford Taking a Year Off to Travel the World
Yes, it's possible. I know, because I did it.
By Alexandra Brown
Food
10 Easy Ways to Make Your Thanksgiving Budget Friendly
Tips and tricks to help you save money on Turkey Day.
By Audrey Bruno
Money
How to Use Money as an Extension of Your Political Voice
Put your money where your heart is.
By Linda Davis Taylor
Cooking
If You're Cooking on a Budget, You Need These Foods in Your Pantry
Basic products that make exciting meals
By Audrey Bruno
Money
How to Make a Budget You Can Stick to With the Easy 50/30/20 Rule
A simple plan from a financial pro.
By Linda Davis Taylor
Food
14 Seafood Dinners That Cost Less Than $3 to Make
Fancy recipes you don't have to shell out a ton for.
By Audrey Bruno
Money
5 Money-Saving Tips That Improved Our Finances—and Our Marriage
Opinion: Mo’ money, fewer problems
By Anne Roderique-Jones
Travel
23 Easy Ways to Save Money While on Vacation, From Travel Experts
Never say no to complimentary breakfast.
By Lindsey Lanquist