Want to know how much it costs you to smoke cigarettes? The estimated financial cost of smoking over a lifetime is just above $1.9 million per smoker. The out-of-pocket cost per smoker is $123,308 over a lifetime. Each smoker will incur an average of $237,605 in income loss over a lifetime. Smokers in Each smoker will incur an average of $172,801 […]
Health
Take a Bite Out of Dental Care
More than half of Americans (nearly 130 million) go without dental coverage. For some it’s just too expensive. Others believe dental insurance doesn’t provide a great return on investment. But that tiny cavity can turn into serious health problems if left unattended. Yours truly has had so many root canals, one endodontist offered me a […]
Save Money on Eye Care
Eye exams and prescription eyeglasses can be pricey, and eye care might not be included in your insurance benefits package. But the health of your eyes is just as important as dental and other other medical procedures. We have found a few ways to save money on exams and eye wear, both glasses and contact […]
Is Your Income Going Up in Smoke?
It costs a lot to be a smoker. In fact, it costs the average smoker is $120,432 over a lifetime. It also has an overall economic impact on our country. With the economic and societal costs of smoking totaling more than $300 billion a year and rising, the personal-finance website WalletHub recently released its report […]
Get Fit without Spending a Fortune
Did you make one of those resolutions to be healthier or lose weight or exercise more this year? Or maybe you’re just looking for something to motivate you to start moving more, improve your fitness and get healthier. Sure, you could join a gym or hire a personal trainer. But, for wannabe-fit frugalistas, here are seven […]
Find Free or Cheap Fitness Classes
Gyms are awesome and yoga studios are calming, but they can be really expensive. Some gyms even charge another few dollars for classes on top of membership fees. Staying fit is a money saver, but it can cost a lot to keep it up. We’ve found some places to look in your town for FREE fitness classes. […]
Save Money on Health Care
Over the past few years, consumers have found themselves paying a higher percentage of their medical costs. The Affordable Care Act has given more Americans access to health insurance, but many of those plans come with high deductibles – which are also becoming more common in employer-provided plans. This change has made it important for consumers to […]
Free Apps Help Keep You Fit
HSAs Offer Triple Health Savings
Health Savings Accounts (HSAs) are great way to save for future medical expenses and to reduce your current taxes. As we all face increased out-of-pocket medical expenses, one method to prepare is to open an HSA, which is like an IRA but offers a triple tax advantage. Your contribution is tax-deductible in the year it’s […]
Eat Better and Save Money, Too
What if I said you could save more than $500 a year by buying more fresh fruits and veggies? Many people think fresh produce costs more than convenience snacks. But a recent report by the Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI)shows how that belief doesn’t hold water. After reviewing almost 40 different popular […]