Lifestyle
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5 Ways to Cut Back on Holiday Spending
American consumers expect to shell out, on average, about $750 for gifts, decor, and other holiday items this year, according to a National Retail Federation survey. But is all that spending the true essence of the holiday season? More often…
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Plan Your Cheap Christmas Via Pinterest
What would we do without Pinterest? We at Cheapism consider it a fount of useful tips for getting the creative juices flowing while saving time and money. So we wondered, can a frugal consumer plan a cheap Christmas by relying…
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Want the New iPad? Here’s Where and How to Sell Your Old iPad
Apple’s announcement this week of the new iPad Mini was widely expected, but the iPad 4 came as a surprise, given that the previous version just came out in March. The news has left many consumers with buyer’s remorse. With…
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Can Paying With Your Phone Save You Money?
The concept is a bit mystical, a little unsettling, and no doubt a glimpse into the world to come: shopping without any cash or credit cards, just a smartphone. It’s possible already at thousands of stores, via mobile payment apps…
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Yoga for Cheap
September is National Yoga Month so even if you’ve never done a sun salutation in your life, now is the perfect time to start. When beginning a yoga practice you need only a few essentials: a guide or instructor, a…
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Seven Computer Programs You Can Download for Free
If you have a smartphone, there’s a good chance you’ve installed at least a couple of free apps on it. But free software isn’t just for smartphones. There are plenty of free PC downloads available for Windows 7 as well.…
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Save Money on Eating Out With These 6 Smartphone Apps
There are hundreds of dining apps that will help you find a place to eat, but which ones will save you money on the bill? The average American family forks…
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Cheap Gardening Tips for Starting Your Vegetable Garden
Gardening, as a hobby, can be expensive if you’re not careful. You start off with a few planters and a rose bush, next thing you know you’ve got scalloped stone…
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Cheap Bachelor Party Ideas
While longer days and warmer weather are obvious indicators of a fast-approaching summer, for many people it also signals the beginning of a fast-paced wedding season. If you’re planning multiple…
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Connect Your Home Electronics With Cheap Cables
It’s always exciting to bring home a new TV, home theater receiver, printer, or other electronic gadget, but many of these products don’t include the cables you need to connect…
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Apartment Agriculture: Tips for the Frugal Urban Gardener
City living has its perks, but a backyard garden is usually not one of them. Urbanites can still reap the benefits of cheap gardening and growing their own food by…
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8 Summer Camp Tips for Choosing the Best Place for Your Kids
With fond memories of cabin mates, campfires, swimming pools, and s’mores, it’s no wonder summer camp is a natural choice for parents looking to give their children the same enriching…
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Generic or Brand Name: When to Spend More on Cleaning Products
Should I buy generic window cleaner or splurge on that bottle of Windex? Clorox or store brand bleach? Generic or brand name is a decision we often have to make…
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6 Fun, Frugal Ways to Keep Kids Occupied
In the fight against boredom, parents can always use a new weapon or two in their arsenal of distractions. If your children have exhausted their DVD and video game libraries,…
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Best NYC Apps for a Cheap Vacation
For travelers seeking a bargain, New York City is probably not at the top of their list: The Big Apple is notoriously and often prohibitively expensive to visit. The high…
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Stock Up on These Essential Pantry Staples for Cheap, Healthful Meals
A smart grocery trip today can keep the pizza deliveryman away. A well-stocked refrigerator and pantry are essential for cooking quick, cheap meals (see our earlier blog post for ideas).…
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Presidents’ Day May Beat Black Friday for Discounts
Black Friday may be famous for day-after-Thanksgiving discounts on electronics and other holiday gift items, but when it comes to clothes shopping, Presidents’ Day sales are almost unbeatable. Data compiled…
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Stocking up on Cold Medicine without Going Broke
Are you sniffling, sneezing, and basically feeling awful? We’ve all been there. With winter comes the inevitable colds and flu, and that’s just how it is. According to the Centers…
