Lifestyle
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Holiday Returns: What You Need to Know
Gift giving and receiving is complicated and emotional. While the rising popularity of store gift cards and prepaid cards has lessened the worry about returns in the post-holiday frenzy, there often remains one present that doesn’t warm your insides or…
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6 Ways to Find Free and Cheap Yoga Classes
With all the stresses of modern life, quiet, meditative movement seems like the perfect antidote. Yoga classes and instruction have a reputation for being expensive, with drop-in rates hovering around $20 and private instruction costing a bit more. But all…
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How Grandparents Can Save New Parents Thousands Per Year
The average cost of raising a baby during the first year is $10,000 to $15,000, which totals more than $245,000 to age 18. Once the initial sticker shock wears off, many parents single-mindedly focus on paring costs — by shopping…
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The 5 C’s of Finding a Diamond for a Christmas Proposal
Dreaming of ringing in the holidays with a sparkling diamond? Multiple surveys show that December is the most popular month of the year to get engaged. Finding the perfect diamond with just the right price tag is no easy task,…
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6 Stocking-Worthy Smartphone Battery Cases
This is a top seller on Amazon, where it averages 4.5 stars. The 3,100 mAh battery can completely recharge the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 (and then some). Put another way, it delivers an extra 10-plus hours of web surfing. The protective…
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New Year’s Tickets Too Pricey? Try These Alternatives
New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean bidding a frantic farewell to your budget. It’s possible to send the year off with a bang and barely spend a buck. According to Event Brite, the average New Year’s Eve event ticket…
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5 Free Black Friday Apps
It’s that time of year when holiday decorations start showing up in shops and homes and wish lists are getting longer. With Black Friday and Cyber Monday rapidly approaching, the…
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Which Smartphone Insurance Is Best?
Opinions differ on whether extended warranties for electronics and other expensive items are worth the cost. But the peace of mind that comes with having phone insurance if your hand…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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5 Things to Do Before Buying Furniture Online
Shopping for furniture online can be convenient and hassle-free. You can peruse hundreds of items without any rush or pressure from sales associates, take time to read reviews, and search…
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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…
