Lifestyle
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20 Fun Ways to Get Outdoors as a Family for Cheap
Outdoor activities can breathe a little fresh air into family life, as well as become the stuff of priceless memories. Simple pleasures are often the most rewarding — and the most affordable. These 20 activities range from light-hearted and laid-back…
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How to Stop Spending $400 a Year on Your Lawn and Garden
Tending your yard isn’t cheap — homeowners spent an average of $407 on lawn and garden care in 2016, according to the annual National Gardening Survey by Harris Interactive. While do-it-yourself types can pocket savings by not hiring pros, the…
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10 Tips for Reviving Your Outdoor Furniture
Warm weather and sunny skies mean backyard barbecues are coming soon. Don’t let worn outdoor furniture bring down the mood. From making new cushions to painting chairs to restaining wood furniture, here are 10 quick tips to help revive your…
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16 Ways to Live Like a Minimalist
From the kitchen and closets to the home office and beyond, clutter doesn’t just overwhelm us. There’s evidence that even mild hoarding is bad for emotional health. Minimalism is freedom from the prison of stuff. By aspiring to a minimalist…
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Advertisers Are Ignoring Senior Spending—But That’s Fine By Me
In my salad days as a 40-something, I couldn’t understand advertisers’ fixation on the coveted 18-to-49 demographic. What was so special about us? What happens when you turn 50? Now that I’m a proud, card-carrying member of the Medicare demographic,…
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15 Best U.S. Cities for a Destination Wedding on a Budget
A destination wedding needn’t cost a fortune or involve a flight halfway around the globe. Plenty of U.S. cities provide memorable, budget-friendly wedding settings, from beaches to historic mansions. To come up with 15 top choices, we scoured multiple lists…
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15 Tips to Make Technology Last Beyond the Warranty
Investing in laptops, tablets, and smartphones is a necessary evil, so it’s frustrating when pricey technology needs an upgrade every couple years — which is about how long most Americans…
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20 Secrets to Long-Term Health and Wealth
If you didn’t realize there was a connection between a healthy bank account and healthy body, join the club — or read “Age-Proof: Living Longer Without Running out of Money…
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14 Trendy Workouts You Can Do for Less
Spring break is just around the corner, which means it’s time to shed some pounds before breaking out the bathing suit. Fitness classes are a good way to keep up…
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11 Low-Tech Things That Still Beat Their Digital-Age Upgrades
There are hundreds of thousands of devices and digital applications designed to make life easier and more organized, but we often forget that pen and paper, though they might get…
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14 Cheap or Free Ways to Get the Entire Family in Shape
Summer is just around the corner, which means now is the perfect time to start getting the family in shape. Fun activities that get everyone moving are easy to find…
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10 Ways to Save Money on Vet Care
There’s nothing you won’t do for your pet — but wait until you see the vet bill. A national survey by the American Pet Products Association found that pet owners…
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15 Romantic Wines Under $15 for Valentine’s Day
Wine and romance go hand in hand, but there’s no need to spend a lot of money for the right bottle to help set the mood. From crisp whites and…
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19 Family-Friendly Ways to Celebrate Valentine’s Day
Some frugalistas might ridicule Valentine’s Day and all the pricey gifts marketed along with it, but the holiday is easy to commemorate with little to no out-of-pocket expense. Skip pricey…
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10 Ways to Turn an Old iPad Into Something New
Did you get a new iPad for Christmas? Not sure what to do with your old, slow, clunky tablet now that it’s obsolete? No matter how outdated the old one…
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19 Useful Things to Make With a 3D Printer
Until recently, 3D printers were used mostly in specialty applications by businesses and manufacturers or as toys by the wealthy. Today, however, they’ve become affordable enough to tempt many consumers.…
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15 Advent Calendar Ideas for Counting Down to Christmas on the Cheap
December is the month of the advent calendar, the traditional countdown to Christmas. There are countless styles and themes available for purchase, but those with a crafty side can also…
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10 Top 2016 Running Shoes Under $100
For those hoping to get a jump on that new fitness regimen planned for the New Year, a running routine starts with a good pair of shoes. Of course, the stunning footwear…
