Lifestyle
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Should You Visit Walmart, Target, or CVS Instead of Your Doctor?
Health problems don’t care what day of the week it is or if it’s after 5 o’clock. And yet, ailing people once had to wait it out until the doctor’s office opened or make a trip to the emergency room,…
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3 Ultra-Cheap Phone Service Providers That Undercut the Big 4
Ultra-cheap mobile service providers appeal to anyone eager to escape the burden of costly phone bills. Some plans even start at $0.00 (yes, that’s zero) per month. Oh, and there are no contracts or early termination fees to worry about.…
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9 Budget-Friendly Dates That Won’t Make You Look Cheap
No one wants to be known as the date who cheaped out. But considering how expensive dating can get, what’s a tightwad to do? Luckily, there are ways to impress without having to spend much money. These nine first dates…
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Comparing the Best Cheap Mobile Hotspots
Most of us stay connected to the Internet through smartphones, but when it comes to getting work done on the go, phones aren’t the most convenient tool. What you really need is a low-cost mobile hotspot (MiFi) for a reliable…
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What to Give Your Grandchildren to Make Them Rich
What kind of legacy will help your grandchildren become financially secure adults? We sought input from seven financial experts, including certified financial planners, financial analysts, and public accountants. Although specific recommendations varied, the bottom line was crystal clear: Invest wisely,…
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Where to Find Must-Have Halloween Costumes for Less
Win a $50 Amazon Gift Card – Enter Cheapism’s 2014 Halloween Sweepstakes on Pinterest. Is your little girl refusing to “let go” the idea of dressing as Princess Elsa this Halloween? The Frozen costume can cost nearly $40 — or…
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Where to Go for Professional Baby Photos on a Budget
It seems nothing is cuter than photographs of newborns (human or otherwise). Wait until the last minute to book a photo shoot, however, and you may find the options limited…
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50 Cheap Health & Beauty Tips to Try
Whether getting ready in the morning takes you two hours a day or a no-fuss routine gets you out the door in 15 minutes, we all have some sort of…
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Where to Charge Up Your Phone for Free
The charge on most smartphones is designed to last about one day, but social media apps, video streaming, and mobile web surfing often require more frequent phone charging. No matter…
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Is It Too Late to Sell Your Old iPhone?
For iPhone owners who plan to upgrade to the latest edition after Apple’s Sept. 9 media event, time is running out to start looking at where and how to sell…
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How to Buy a Futon on a Tight Budget
Few pieces of furniture lay claim to the flexible utility of a futon. Futons are a sofa or loveseat that convert into a bed by pulling the frame into a…
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5 Best Parking Apps to Help You Find a Spot for Less
The perils of parking go beyond mere annoyance. Parking can be expensive and going overtime can rack up extra fees. We’ve rounded up five apps that make parking less of…
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Back-to-School Shopping: Comparing 7 Stores for Kids’ Clothes
Back-to-school clothes shopping is currently high on many families’ agendas, so we set out to identify sources for high quality, yet cheap kids’ clothes. This year the National Retail Federation…
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Are Walmart’s Back-to-School Sales Worth an Early Shopping Trip?
August is back-to-school month for students across the country, but is it really time to shop for lunchboxes and laptops already? Walmart is catering to college students with sales starting…
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Is It Cheaper to Raise Boys or Girls?
Kids are expensive, no two ways about it. They must be fed, clothed, educated, cared for, entertained — the list is endless. In 2013, the average price of raising a…
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How to Stop Spending $350 a Year on Your Yard
Americans are obsessed with their lawns. That verdant expanse of green serves as play space for kids and a pleasing surface for adult lounging. Some homeowners’ associations and even municipalities…
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How to Save Hundreds on Your Wedding Cake
Anyone who has gotten married lately, or plans to do so soon, knows that weddings are expensive affairs. Media reports peg the average cost at close to $30,000. And the…
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How to Get Tan on the Cheap Before Beach Season
When the sun is out in full force and everyone heads to the shore, you probably don’t want to be the palest person on the beach. Millions of Americans choose…
