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How to save big on groceries as students head back to school
Read full article: How to save big on groceries as students head back to schoolWith only one week until the school year begins for most students in our area, one thing is clear: kids need to eat. In a time when everything costs more, being savvy can lead to significant savings.
How to save money and protect your personal information when renting a car
Read full article: How to save money and protect your personal information when renting a carIf you’re renting a car, you likely have some questions: Am I getting a good deal? Should I prepay when I make the reservation? Is it safe to connect to the car’s Bluetooth? We have answers so you can save money and protect your personal information.
Making Ends Meet: Save money and protect your personal information when renting a car
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Save money and protect your personal information when renting a carIf you're renting a car, you likely have some questions: Am I getting a good deal? Should I prepay when I make the reservation? Is it safe to connect to the car's Bluetooth? We have answers so you can save money and protect your personal information.
JEA bill too high? Here’s how you can save money with a free in-home assessment
Read full article: JEA bill too high? Here’s how you can save money with a free in-home assessmentIf you think you’re paying too much, you can give JEA a call to schedule a free assessment. They will diagnose the problem and if there isn’t one, they’ll recommend some lifestyle changes.
A simple tool that can help you save on groceries
Read full article: A simple tool that can help you save on groceriesA lot of us consider ourselves to be pretty savvy shoppers. We look for ways to snag this bargain or that deal to get the best value for our money. But when you’re buying groceries, you may be overlooking a simple tool to help you save even more.
Making Ends Meet: Nearly half of Florida families can't afford expenses
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Nearly half of Florida families can't afford expensesEven as inflation slows, the price of food, rent, health care and other things remain much higher than they were before the pandemic. And many Florida households are struggling to make ends meet.
Don’t waste your money on unnecessary upgrades when selling your home
Read full article: Don’t waste your money on unnecessary upgrades when selling your homeReal estate experts like Julie Bettosini, co-founder and a luxury home specialist with Stockworth Realty Group, are revealing what people can do to make their homes sell faster. The key is to focus on specific updates to get the most for your money.
Making Ends Meet: Don’t waste your money on unnecessary upgrades when selling your home
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Don’t waste your money on unnecessary upgrades when selling your homeA lot of families look to buy a new home in the summer, so they can be in their new space in time for the start of school. If you're putting your home on the market, you want to get the most money possible -- without wasting money on unnecessary upgrades.
Garage sales offer great deals. But no matter the bargain, you should skip these items
Read full article: Garage sales offer great deals. But no matter the bargain, you should skip these itemsA buyer beware when you shop at garage sales. They are a great place to find deals on a lot of things, but we have a list of items you should skip to keep your family safe.
Making Ends Meet: How to easily save up to 10% on your electric bill
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to easily save up to 10% on your electric billAccording to new energy projections, look out for a nearly 8% increase -- or about $719 more -- to cool a home. But you can save money on your monthly electric bill by doing a few things.
Making Ends Meet: Save up to 10% on your electric bill by making one tweak to your thermostat
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Save up to 10% on your electric bill by making one tweak to your thermostatThe experts at Consumer Reports share some simple steps you can do right now to save money all summer long.
It just got easier to price shop for internet service. Itemized labels are now required
Read full article: It just got easier to price shop for internet service. Itemized labels are now requiredConsumer Reports has been pushing the government to require internet companies to provide easy-to-read labels so customers can shop around without complication. Now -- it's a requirement.
Making Ends Meet: Why you might want to reconsider pricey pet insurance
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Why you might want to reconsider pricey pet insuranceIf you think pet insurance could save you money on routine checkups or emergencies, you might be wrong! Experts say, though, that there are alternatives to paying a pricey insurance premium that still allow you to get your pets the health care they need.
Making Ends Meet: Skip those pricey pet insurance premiums but still get affordable vet care & meds
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Skip those pricey pet insurance premiums but still get affordable vet care & medsThere are affordable ways to get your pets the health care they need without a pricey insurance bill.
Making Ends Meet: Small changes could save you hundreds of dollars on your car insurance
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Small changes could save you hundreds of dollars on your car insuranceThe experts at Consumer Reports blame higher car insurance costs on more crashes, increased litigation, and higher repair costs. The good news: Small changes could get your premiums as low as possible.
Damage to your home? How and when to make an insurance claim to get the most out of your coverage
Read full article: Damage to your home? How and when to make an insurance claim to get the most out of your coveragePicking up the pieces after a storm, flood, or fire is a daunting task. Consumer Reports explains how to file an insurance claim to get the most out of your policy.
Making Ends Meet: Creative moves to lower your home insurance bill
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Creative moves to lower your home insurance billAs we get closer to the dreaded hurricane season -- all while you’re dealing with rising premiums that feel completely out of your control -- News4JAX turned to the experts to get some tricks and tips to really help you drop your homeowners insurance rate.
Making Ends Meet: Creative moves to lower your home insurance bill
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Creative moves to lower your home insurance billAs we get closer to the dreaded hurricane season -- all while you're dealing with rising premiums that feel completely out of your control -- News4JAX turned to the experts to get some tricks and tips to really help you drop your rate.
Making Ends Meet: Helping families avoid eviction
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Helping families avoid evictionLast year, thousands of eviction notices were filed in Jacksonville as families struggle to make ends meet. The new program helping families avoid eviction and the other resources available to you.
Cereal? Sand? Pet hair? Vacuums that do the job under $300
Read full article: Cereal? Sand? Pet hair? Vacuums that do the job under $300Whether you’re getting ready to spring clean, or you need to clear your home of pollen and other allergens that are making your eyes itchy and your nose run, it may be time for new vacuum. Consumer Reports put different styles through some pretty tough tests so you can get one that works for your lifestyle and your budget.
Making Ends Meet: How to find, cancel monthly subscriptions you’re paying for but don’t want
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: How to find, cancel monthly subscriptions you’re paying for but don’t wantWe’re all trying to cut our monthly bills to make ends meet. And you could find some extra money right now if you take a look at your credit card statements.
Making Ends Meet: Save on baggage fees for your next flight
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Save on baggage fees for your next flightAs you're getting ready for your Spring Break trip, a little planning beforehand could save you some money and headaches at the airport – specifically those dreaded baggage fees.
Making Ends Meet: Practical tips for an affordable Spring Break
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Practical tips for an affordable Spring BreakWith a calendar full of exciting events like vacations, weddings, and graduations, it's easy to feel the financial pinch this spring. Ashleigh Robinson from First Florida Credit Union joined us on The Morning Show to share some practical advice for a fun, affordable Spring Break vacation.
Making Ends Meet: Tricks to slash your streaming bills without missing your favorite TV shows
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Tricks to slash your streaming bills without missing your favorite TV showsWe are all looking for ways to cut costs, and over the last few days on The Morning Show, we've talked about several ways to save money:
How meal prepping can save you up to 50%
Read full article: How meal prepping can save you up to 50%Having your meals prepared ahead of time eliminates more expensive convenience foods like microwave dinners and snacks and can save you up to 50% compared to dining out and ordering deliveries. If you have been thinking about meal prepping, some foods are better for the job than others.
Making Ends Meet: Finding solutions to pay off your credit card debt
Read full article: Making Ends Meet: Finding solutions to pay off your credit card debtAmericans took on a record amount of credit card debt last year -- with more than $1 trillion, according to the Federal Reserve. If you feel like your debt is piling up, it can be daunting to tackle it. That's why we're helping you find solutions to paying it off.