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    10 Simple Tips for Taking Better Family Photos

    Family photos are not cheap, and costs can creep much higher depending on the photographer, their experience level, number of photos, and length of the shoot. That feels worse when the proofs that come back aren’t good. One way to…

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    13 Holiday Hassles You Can Outsource

    During the holidays, to-do lists explode at a rate that can make enjoying the season seem downright impossible. But it doesn’t have to be that way: Others are ready and willing to lend a hand, whether you dread untangling that…

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    18 Festive Cities with Epic Christmas Celebrations

    While there’s much to be said for a quiet Christmas at home, there are also unforgettable holiday memories to be made when exploring a far-flung city over the holiday, particularly one known for its festivities, decorations, and overall spirit. From…

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    Everything You Need to Decorate for Christmas on the Cheap

    The holiday season comes with lots of pressure to turn homes and yards into winter wonderlands. Whether the motivation is prepping for the big family gathering or keeping up with the neighbors’ festive displays, sticking to a tight budget can…

  • Lean Into the Holidays With These 24 Healthy and Cheap Recipes

    Ah, the holiday season: a time for weight gain and money loss. But it doesn’t have to be that way. These 24 cheap and healthy recipes keep costs and calories low by making smart grocery choices and suggesting money-saving ingredient…

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    25 Gifts to Give Yourself This Holiday Season

    Self care is not only one of the biggest current trends, it’s also genuinely important. The holidays can leave people feeling depleted emotionally, financially, and physically, so giving back to yourself even in a small way can make a big…

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    26 Resources for HIV/AIDS Support

    For people who have been diagnosed with HIV/AIDS, the right information and support can improve both the length and quality of life. Their loved ones, their caretakers, and healthcare workers…

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    12 Ways You Can Show Support for World AIDS Day

    The world has unified around combating HIV since the founding of World AIDS Day in 1988, serving the 36.7 million people living with the illness worldwide and honoring the millions…

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    8 Best Cordless Drills Under $150

    There are all kinds of reasons to buy a cordless drill: adding shelving in a closet, assembling mail-order furniture, or simply making holes and driving screws with speed and minimal…

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    Get Away From It All: 20 Places to Hide Out on Black Friday

    You’ve done the shopping-at-3 a.m. thing and been in a doorbuster mob one too many times. If you’re so over it that this Thanksgiving weekend you don’t even want to…

  • Happy young woman holding a present and looking sideways wearing a Santa hat

    11 Gifts You Should Never Feel Guilty Regifting

    Regifting has always been a bad rap. Although in today’s green world, getting pegged as a “regifter” might not be the worst offense after all. It’s not just more socially…

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    Best Laser Printers Under $200

    Inkjets are the go-to choice for most consumers shopping for a personal printer. They’re often cheap and good for printing photos at home. But for students or small businesses that…

  • Senior woman sitting on couch at home looking pensive at the camera

    For Seniors: How to Decide When to Move From Your Home?

    One of the toughest decisions older Americans can make is whether or not to leave their longtime home. While many experts recommend downsizing for financial and health reasons, the decision…

  • Halloween dressed girl with young mother in decorated kitchen

    23 Creepy Halloween Party Treats

    Halloween parties have come a long way since people tried to convince blindfolded guests that peeled grapes were eyeballs and a bowl of spaghetti was someone’s guts. Recipes for spooky…

  • black kitten and Basset Hound dog wearing funny and fancy Halloween hats with jack-o-lantern

    15 Clever Halloween Costumes for Pets

    Spending on Halloween costumes is set to hit $3.4 billion this year, according to an annual survey by the National Retail Federation, and 16 percent of consumers are itching to…

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    20 Easy Halloween Costumes for Couples on a Budget

    When you and your significant other are looking to impress on Halloween but lack the budget to buy those expensive replica costumes, it’s time for some DIY magic. By using…

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    The 10 Most Common Food Allergies

    About 1 in 20 people in the United States suffers from a food allergy, according to a study in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology. Food allergies occur when…

  • doctor holding blackboard with 'Preventive Care' on it

    16 Obamacare Services That Are Still Free

    The Affordable Care Act requires most health insurance plans to cover certain preventive-care services at no cost to the patient. President Donald Trump and GOP lawmakers have sought for months…