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If you hear one ring or see a missed call from a number you don’t recognize, do not call back. The one ring phone call scam is back, and if you fall for it you be charged as much as $30, or even more. Here’s what you need to know.
Movies on the cheap – See nine weeks of family-friendly films on the big screen for just $1 per ticket, plus get discounts on popcorn, snacks and drinks. This year’s list includes Spider-Man, Kung Fu Panda and Minions films.
Once again, Frontier Airlines is offering its all-you-can-fly unlimited passes, one for annual travel, the other just for summer. There’s also a monthly unlimited pass. All you pay are taxes, fees, and a one penny processing fee for each flight.
Don’t wait for the last minute, when you are more likely to make costly mistakes. Here’s how to do your taxes for free or almost free online, with and without tax filing software, and file online for free.
Save money by avoiding costly extras, such as extended warranties and paint protection, offered by dealers. According to Consumer Reports, many dealer add-ons are built into the vehicle by the manufacturer, so don’t pay for them twice.
Movies on the Cheap: Once again this year, the Regal Cinemas chain is showcasing the ten Best Picture nominations for the 2025 Oscar for just $5-$7 each. Catch up on films you missed, or see a favorite again.
Black Friday, Small Business Saturday and Cyber Monday deals start the holiday shopping season – and also the season when your become a treasure trove for thieves. These basic common sense vehicle safety tips and reminders will help keep your vehicle – and any valuables inside it – safe and secure from “smash and grab”
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Black Friday is the day after Thanksgiving, but that hasn’t stopped hotels and resorts, cruise lines and others from launching great deals in advance. Take advantage of these Black Friday and Cyber Week travel deals and save money on your next trip.
Don’t wait until the last minute, when the website can be jammed and there’s a day-long wait for a live person on the 800 number. With a season pass, the price per day decreases the more days you ski or ride, up to seven days at each participating resort, and the pass offers additional perks, including 20% off group ski and ride school lessons, on-mountain food and beverage, lodging, equipment rentals, and more.
Once again this year, dozens of national chain restaurants are thanking our veterans and active military members on Veterans Day with FREE or discounted food or services on Monday, Nov. 11, 2024.