{"id":320333,"date":"2025-10-21T04:59:27","date_gmt":"2025-10-21T04:59:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/320333\/"},"modified":"2025-10-21T04:59:27","modified_gmt":"2025-10-21T04:59:27","slug":"our-key-expense-put-us-in-the-stupid-zone-says-expert-after-they-blasted-our-avoidable-money-mistake","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/320333\/","title":{"rendered":"Our key expense put us in the &#8216;stupid zone&#8217; says expert after they blasted our avoidable money mistake"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"2000\" height=\"1333\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/jwcouplehomedaveramsey-op.jpg\" alt=\"An image collage containing 1 images, Image 1 shows  Arizona expects 23,000 households to be affected by the legislation as well as a lower average energy costs by nearly $763 a year\" class=\"alignnone size-full wp-image-15374766\"  \/><\/p>\n<p>SOME consumers are turning off their heat this month as an affordable essential from Lowe\u2019s is keeping them cozy and warm.<\/p>\n<p>The product is important for many reasons, and it can be a smaller alternative to keep toasty as the weather cools this fall and winter.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\tSign up for the Money newsletter\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\tThank you!\n\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p>For just $26.02 on Lowe\u2019s website, shoppers can get the HealthSmart Standard Electric Heating Pad.<\/p>\n<p>Its multi-use design allows it to be positioned in several places on the body, including the knee, hip, shoulder, back, and more.<\/p>\n<p>The heating pad measures 12 inches in width by 14.5 inches in length and comes with a nine-foot power cord for the user\u2019s convenience.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s even a foam insert for moist heat and four options that offer relief from mild pain and tension in muscles.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"article-readmore__text-anchor-wrap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-sun.com\/money\/15334995\/homeowners-paying-mortgages-earlybuying-stocks-fed-rate-cut\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"240\" width=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/m-o-r-t-g-a-g-e-c-o-m-p.jpg\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-kicker\">HOME RUN<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-headline\">Homeowners paying off mortgages early after rate cut must consider 3 key factors<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"article-readmore__text-anchor-wrap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-sun.com\/money\/14149317\/mortgage-mistake-costs-thousands\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"240\" width=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/blueprint-architectural-project-growth-concept-800185293.jpg\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-kicker\">FIND OUT HOW<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-headline\">Little-known mortgage misstep will cost homeowners tens of thousands<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Along with treating muscle soreness, Lowe\u2019s customers said that the pad can double as a simple, effective source of heat in the winter.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI am very cold and this heat pad is very warm. Initially I thought it was battery powered, but working with the cords has been nothing but entertaining,\u201d a satisfied shopper wrote.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThe length of cords is definitely a plus\u2026works like a charm!\u201d<\/p>\n<p>Lowe\u2019s also offers full-sized heated blankets for under $40.<\/p>\n<p>The Fleming Supply 12V Electric Blanket is $34.95 and specifically can help drivers stay warm in their cars should they get caught in cold weather with heater malfunctions.<\/p>\n<p>It comes in color options of black and white, green and black paid, orange plaid, and red and black.<\/p>\n<p>The cord for the blanket plugs into any car, truck, SUV, or RV cigarette lighter and heats up quickly.<\/p>\n<p>Those consumers who prefer an at-home option and have more room in their budget should check out the PureRelief Radiance Deluxe Heated Blanket from Pure Enrichment.<\/p>\n<p>Its price tag is $99.99 on Lowe\u2019s website but for good reason, as it covers an entire queen bed and can help \u201csave money on your energy bill.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s even 10 therapeutic settings via an LCD controller and the heated blanket is machine washable.<\/p>\n<p>\n\t\t\t\tBUY IT NOW\n\t\t\t<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>HealthSmart Standard Electric Heating Pad: $26.02 \u2013 buy here<\/li>\n<li>Fleming Supply 12V Electric Blanket: $34.95 \u2013 buy here<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Additionally, there\u2019s a built-in auto-safety shutoff after 10 hours to prevent excessive heating and conserve energy.<\/p>\n<p>With over 252 reviews, Lowe\u2019s customers rated the PureRelief Radiance Deluxe Heated Blanket 4.7 out of five stars.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis blanket has been the only thing to stop muscle cramping in my foot and lower leg\u2026I love this blanket!\u201d a consumer commented.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cI love it it\u2019s so warm. I have been wanting one for a long time,\u201d another wrote.<\/p>\n<p>Those consumers looking to save on heating bills more than anything this winter should consider the M-D 10-Foot Gray PVC Foam Window Weatherstrip from Lowe\u2019s as well.<\/p>\n<p>According to M-D, around $300 is lost during the cooler seasons due to cracks in doorways, windows, and other areas of a home.<\/p>\n<p>That\u2019s why the Window Weatherstrips seal those for only $3.88 a piece.<\/p>\n<p>They are \u201cdesigned to protect against drafts, moisture, dust and insects,\u201d as noted in the product description.<\/p>\n<p>Installation is simple with a peel-back adhesive as well.<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"article-readmore__text-anchor-wrap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-sun.com\/money\/15357819\/fast-food-jack-in-the-box-sell-del-taco\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"240\" width=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/newspress-collage-d9vmc1ex5-1760645323702.jpg\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-kicker\">SALTY GOODBYE<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-headline\">Popular fast food chain off-loads rival in $115 million deal<\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><br \/>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a class=\"article-readmore__text-anchor-wrap\" href=\"https:\/\/www.the-sun.com\/tv\/15356670\/love-is-blind-couples-relationship-statuses\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\"><\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" height=\"240\" width=\"360\" src=\"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/10\/ES_LOVE-IS-BLIND_COMP-1.jpg\"\/>\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-kicker\">STILL IN LOVE? <\/p>\n<p class=\"article-readmore__text-headline\">Love Is Blind couples&#8217; relationship statuses revealed ahead of finale <\/p>\n<p>\t\t\t\t\t<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Walmart is competing with Lowe\u2019s for <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-sun.com\/money\/15347819\/walmart-mainstays-fleece-throw-save-money-heating-bills\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">similar budget-conscious winter offerings under $10<\/a> that can slash energy bills.<\/p>\n<p> The retail giant also <a href=\"https:\/\/www.the-sun.com\/money\/15331162\/walmart-gadget-cuts-bills-fall-cooking\/\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\" target=\"_blank\">offers an $18 kitchen gadget<\/a> for cutting utility costs.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"SOME consumers are turning off their heat this month as an affordable essential from Lowe\u2019s is keeping them&hellip;\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":320334,"comment_status":"","ping_status":"","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[12],"tags":[64,134253,79,63130,421,15497,32555,67,132,68],"class_list":{"0":"post-320333","1":"post","2":"type-post","3":"status-publish","4":"format-standard","5":"has-post-thumbnail","7":"category-economy","8":"tag-business","9":"tag-children-parenting-and-family-life","10":"tag-economy","11":"tag-first-time-buyers","12":"tag-homes","13":"tag-money-saving","14":"tag-mortgages","15":"tag-united-states","16":"tag-unitedstates","17":"tag-us"},"share_on_mastodon":{"url":"https:\/\/pubeurope.com\/@us\/115410394919149500","error":""},"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/320333","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=320333"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/320333\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/320334"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=320333"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=320333"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.europesays.com\/us\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=320333"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}