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  • Baby with teething toy in mouth and towel on head

    15 Potentially Dangerous Baby Products to Watch Out For

    Parenthood can be nerve-wracking enough without considering that even common baby products can pose a safety risk. Some are items that parents may be better off entirely without, while others are products that are helpful, but easy to use improperly.…

  • Make These 10 Frightfully Cheap DIY Halloween Decorations

    Properly preparing for Halloween means getting into the spirit by decorating the front door, porch, windows, and yard. These penny-pinching ideas for homemade Halloween props keep the holiday fun without spooking the neighbors or ruining a budget. When the big night…

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    12 Easy Fall Decorating Ideas Inspired by Nature

    The pumpkins, pine cones, acorns, corn, leaves, and sticks that make fall décor so cozy and charming are close at hand and easy to work with — just turn to the great outdoors for supplies and maybe Pinterest for a…

  • Amazon vs. Costco

    Amazon vs. Costco: Which One Is Cheaper?

    Conventional retail wisdom states that you’ll save big if you buy in bulk. That kind of thinking has made Costco a prominent retail success story even as many brick-and-mortar competitors have faltered in the face of stiff online competition. But…

  • making Thanksgiving centerpiece with flowers in a pumpkin vase

    13 Beautiful Fall Centerpieces You Can Make at Home

    A homemade centerpiece adds personality to a home, setting the tone for decor while matching the colors of the season. Now is the time to start thinking about fall entertaining, and these elegant and mostly easy centerpieces are a great…

  • dog lying on the floor on background of family of four having rest at home

    What are the Most Expensive and Cheapest Dog Breeds?

    Getting a new dog can be such an exciting idea that it’s easy to forget there’s a financial component to bringing home a four-legged friend. Whether you’re adopting a dog from a shelter or splurging for a puppy from a…

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    13 Best Coupon and Deal Sites

    With coupon and deal sites continuing to sprout, Cheapism has updated its roundup of the best coupon and deal sites for 2017. Use this guide to fight the flood of…

  • schoolgirl on the way to the school

    11 Ways to Get Organized for the Back-to-School Chaos

    It’s almost time to head back to school, which means it’s time to get the house in tip-top shape for an organized and successful school year. These clever tips can…

  • family at a museum

    12 Family Trips to Get Kids Ready to Head Back to School

    Kids across the country will soon be heading back to school, but there’s still time to squeeze in a final family outing before summer vacation ends. A family trip that…

  • woman applying suncream at the beach in the shape of smiley face

    15 Sunscreen Myths You Need to Ignore

    You may know that you need to apply sunscreen year-round, not just as a summer precaution, but there are quite a few myths and bits of misinformation floating around that…

  • mother and daughter shopping for school supplies

    10 Ways to Save on School Supplies

    The list of required school supplies varies by grade and school, but there are staples that nearly every child needs. With a few sharp tactics, shopping for school supplies can…

  • couple hugging on their bed at home

    11 Exercises to Improve Your Sex Life

    For a little extra motivation to exercise, consider focusing on moves that up your game in bed, enhancing the experience for you and a partner. Incorporating some into a workout…

  • wines on a wineshelf

    40 Wines From Online Merchants Costing $20 or Less

    Wine doesn’t have to be expensive to be good, though finding high-quality cheap wine can be challenging. Large online retailers such as Wine.com and Amazon offer good prices by buying…

  • teacher using tablet computer in elementary school lesson

    10 Gadgets to Make Your Child a Star This School Year

    Back-to-school shopping these days doesn’t stop at a new wardrobe, a new lunchbox, and a list of supplies. Kids also demand new technology, some of which is essential for keeping…

  • woman waking up in bed

    Best Cheap Pillows

    There’s no need to spend a fortune to get a good pillow. Reviews indicate that users are nearly as satisfied with a cheap polyester pillow as they are with pricier…

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    Amazon vs. Walmart vs. Jet: Which Is the Cheapest?

    Amazon has long wooed customers with an expansive selection, low prices, and free two-day shipping for Prime members. By all accounts it’s a winning formula: The site accounted for a…

  • Patio furniture in a modern garden with bright pink flowers

    61 Must-Have Items to Spruce Up Your Patio for Under $300

    Sunny summer weather means more outdoor entertaining, which also means your old weathered patio furniture could probably use a makeover. It’s surprisingly easy to furnish a big backyard or apartment…

  • little girl in a splash pad

    22 Splash Pads and Spray Parks That Kids Will Love

    One way to cope with summer heat and a houseful of bored kids is to visit a local park with water features. Many splash pads and water-themed parks are free,…