Website of the Day: Buy Your Friend A Drink


Updated 07/14/08 12:47 PM · Posted by GeekSugar · 3 comments

To start off, it's really fun to say "you beta buy your friend a drink!" and even more fun to go online and actually buy your friend a drink. Started in 2005, when its creator graduated from business school and realized his friends were scattered across the county and he could no longer toast to all those special moments with them, buy your friend a drink allows you to create a profile and buy a Read more

12 Tips to Shrink Your Bill When Eating Out


Updated 05/02/12 4:10 PM · Posted by · 9 comments

How to Eat Out Cheaply

Although staying in to eat is a lot cheaper than going out, foodies can't help but indulge in their favorite restaurants once in a while. Food is one of the biggest joys in life, and nothing is better than sharing a good meal and conversation with the ones you love. In fact, the restaurant industry in America makes about $1.7 billion on a typical day, according to the Restaurant Association. Read more

Secrets to Saving on Your 7 Favorite Indulgences


Updated 04/13/12 6:58 PM · Posted by · 1 comment

How to Get Free Books, Magazines, Movies, and DVDs

We all have our weaknesses, and yours may be a Starbucks addiction or even an avid book reading habit. Although we advocate saving, we're also a big fan of being able to indulge on occasion. After all, if you keep denying yourself, it might be counterintuitive because you may end up buying on impulse. Here are some ways you can still enjoy your favorite purchases, yet save at the same Read more

How Women Should Save at Every Life Stage


Updated 04/12/12 11:21 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

How Women Can Save Money

We all face different money issues at every life stage, so figure out what you need to save for with this helpful Wise Bread guide. The recession has pushed almost all of us, regardless of age, a decade behind in building personal wealth. Don’t beat yourself up if you’re in your 20s and haven’t paid off student loans, or in your late 30s or early 40s and still paying off debt or saving up Read more

22 Cheap Ways to Treat Yourself


Updated 03/13/12 10:40 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Cheap Ways to Treat Yourself

You've worked hard this whole week, so it's time to sit back, relax, and enjoy the weekend! Give yourself a treat this weekend to feel rejuvenated and to make yourself feel good. Don't worry, treating yourself doesn't always mean pricey massages at the spa or weekend getaways. Here are plenty of wallet-friendly suggestions: Relive your Charlie and the Chocolate Factory memories and treat Read more

The Siku Cam: A Live Show So Cute We Can't Bear It


Updated 02/27/12 11:33 AM · Posted by · 1 comment

Siku Baby Polar Bear Appears on Live Video Cam

Siku fever has hit, and we'll admit it: we're afflicted! The lovable baby polar bear is just 3 months old, but he's already claimed the hearts of animal lovers, environmentalists, and fans of cute. We've seen plenty of adorable photos, but if like us, you just can't get enough, now through a joint effort between Explore.org and Polar Bears International, you can watch Siku live! Every day from 9 Read more

15 Fun Things to Buy For Under $5


Updated 02/29/12 4:47 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

Cheap Fun Things to Buy

We're thrilled to present this smart Wise Bread story here on Savvy! You know what's fun? Pampering. Eating. Learning. Drinking. Socializing. Helping People. Basically — lots of things. And while there is a lot of free fun to be had out there, it's not unreasonable to buy yourself a little bit enjoyment on occasion (as long as you're spending consciously). With that in mind, here are 15 fun, Read more

5 Ways to Make Moving a Habit


Updated 02/14/12 12:55 PM · Posted by · 0 comments

How to Motivate Yourself to Move More

We all should take time to relax, but sometimes we don't realize just exactly how sedentary our lives can be. Even if you devote an hour to exercise most days, if you're not moving a lot the rest of the time, you can be doing more harm than good. So start making moving a habit with these five tips. Keep track: One of the best ways to encourage yourself to move is to get a fitness monitor that Read more

How to Avoid Awkwardness When the Bill Arrives


Updated 01/16/12 5:35 AM · Posted by SavvySugar · 0 comments

How to Divide Check Among Friends

When you're dining out with friends and the check arrives, things can turn uncomfortable quickly. Is the tip included? Should the cost be divided evenly? Some people just ate appetizers, some people just had drinks, and only a handful brought cash — what do you do? Follow these quick tips to keep things pleasant when the bill appears. Make a date with the ATM. Unless you regularly keep cash Read more

How to Prevent a Bad Running Day


Updated 01/26/12 4:43 PM · Posted by · 6 comments

How to Prevent a Bad Running Day

Some days I slip on my sports bra and sneaks and I feel so light and strong — like I could keep going and going. Other days it seems like my legs are trudging through mud. What gives? We can't prevent bad running days entirely, but here are a few things you can do in order to have more good days than bad. Get enough sleep the night before. Hit the hay early enough so you get seven to nine Read more