Tag: spending
Take Control of Your Car Insurance Rates
July 26, 2018. AAA Staff
Safe driving is one way to keep auto insurance rates down. Learn how else you can potentially limit price hikes.
10 Tips for Tackling Your College Commute
July 17, 2018.
Suggestions to save money, time and headaches as a college commuter.
Turn Your Hotel Room Into the Perfect Vacation Hub
July 06, 2018. Maddy Osman
A totally stress-free vacation starts with a decluttered hotel room. Keep your home away from home organized with these seven tips and tricks.
Tips For Tying The Financial Knot
June 15, 2018. AAA Staff
Couples getting married have a lot to discuss before their weddings: Venues. Entertainment. Floral arrangements. What may not come up as often, but what definitely should, are finances, according to Jill Schlesinger, senior CFP board ambassador for the Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards. “Marriage is two different things. It’s a spiritual union, and it’s…
Top 10 Things to Do in Australia
June 10, 2018. Pamela Hunt
Don’t miss these sights and activities when traveling Down Under.
Entertainment Budget Basics
June 09, 2018. Robert Yaniz Jr
Set a budget to save on the things you love. Follow these tips to cut expenses on movies, cable, dining out and more.
5 Great Family Trip Ideas
June 05, 2018. Vanessa Young
Tips for a remarkable family vacation filled with cherished memories for every traveler in your group.
7 Amazing Outdoor Adventures, Poconos-Style
June 03, 2018. Joanna Cutrara
Need a break from the daily grind? Leave the heat and hustle of everyday life and make your escape to the Pocono Mountains.
Choosing the Best Hotel for Your Travel Style
May 31, 2018. Colm Ashe
Before booking, consider these four factors to find a hotel that’s right for you.
How to Be a Frugal Family and Still Have Fun
April 19, 2018. Robert Yaniz Jr
For everyday necessities and special occasions, being thrifty doesn’t have to be boring.
64 Must-See Sights in Europe
March 01, 2018. AAA Staff
Inspire your next European vacation with this guide to the best attractions in Europe. Click here for helpful travel tips and videos, too!
When to Replace Your Central AC System
February 23, 2018. Sarah Hopkins
Central air not cooling? Here’s how to know when it’s time to replace your central air conditioning system.
Spring Into Shape With Outdoor Chores
February 14, 2018. Cassandra Raposo
This spring, take advantage of the time you’ll already be spending outside and burn more calories by turning your outdoor chores into workouts.
5 Smart Ways to Build Savings for Your Most Important Life Events
January 22, 2018. Joanna Cutrara
Everything you need to know about how to build savings for your next vacation, celebration or major life event.
Unbridled Bliss in Balmy Costa Rica
December 19, 2017. Craig Idlebrook
It was an ambitious plan, one hatched while experiencing cabin fever: We would travel with our 3-year-old daughter to Costa Rica to explore the Latin American country for two winter months. With a steamy climate and plenty of beaches, Costa Rica is a welcome refuge for travelers escaping the cold. It’s also one of the…
Be the First to Spot an Up-and-Coming Neighborhood
December 18, 2017. AAA Staff
Buying a house can be one of life’s most exciting events, especially if you believe the home you’re purchasing today will be worth a whole bunch more in a decade. By properly identifying up-and-coming communities, homebuyers can set themselves up for a boon in home equity that can help with another purchase later in life,…
Resorts Rule in Lush Punta Cana
November 10, 2017. Kim Foley MacKinnon
If Walt Disney had set his sights on creating an ideal beach vacation playground instead of a theme park, it might have resembled something like Punta Cana, the Dominican Republic’s go-to beach destination. It’s situated on the east coast of the island, where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Caribbean Sea. The area, which escaped severe…
10 Ways to Make the Most of Your Parent-Teacher Conference
July 31, 2017. Christina Elston
The parent-teacher conference is a rare opportunity to sit down for one-on-one time with your child’s teacher. They are a chance for a two-way discussion of your child’s progress that goes far beyond test scores and report cards. They also offer an opportunity to establish a partnership with the teacher so that you can work…
Don’t Break the Bank on Unexpected Car Repairs
June 01, 2017. Roberto Cruz
Unless you’re rich Uncle Pennybags, spending $600 on car repairs is a tough pill to swallow. Unfortunately, that’s the going rate for the average car repair bill today, according to new AAA research. What’s more, an estimated 30 percent of Americans are unable to pay the average car repair bill without going into debt, the…