Lifestyle
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10 Ways to Shrink Your Dry Cleaning Bill and Still Look Great
The average American spends about $500 a year on dry cleaning, according to industry reports. While it may seem a necessary expense, many consumers are simply throwing money down the drain. But you don’t have to give up clean clothes…
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More Bang for the Buck: 11 Products That Hold Their Value Best
Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for a good deal. But a low price doesn’t result in a smart buy if the product loses a substantial portion of its value once purchased. New cars are often cited as poor…
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11 of the Coolest Races for Runners This Summer
Running alone outside or in the gym is satisfying for some, but many runners crave a bit of competition, motivation to train, or just some good old-fashioned fun. That’s where summer road races come in, and there are plenty to…
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11 Cheap Ways to Fight Sweaty, Smelly Feet This Summer
When the weather gets hot, sweat compensates for heat and controls body temperature. Feet may be the hardest workers: They have more sweat glands than any other part of the body. When heat combines with moisture buildup and a lack…
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10 Free and Cheap Ways to Have a Little Mermaid Fun This Summer
Stylish teens are sporting “mermaid hair,” princess parties are facing competition from mermaid parties, and stuntwomen are giving pricey mermaid lessons in Hollywood. There’s a low-budget “Little Mermaid” film due next year and two big-budget live adaptations are being floated…
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11 Cheap Ways to Celebrate LGBT Pride
Pride Month is supposed to be a time of love and celebration. It can be hard to remember that in the wake of the horrific shooting at a gay club in Orlando, Florida. But one of the best ways to…
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24 Great Golf Courses to Play for Less Than $50
Not every golf game requires a club membership or three-figure greens fee to play. Even at more expensive golf courses, including some members-only clubs, it’s possible to get decent discounts…
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11 Peanut-Free Snacks That Are Safe for Kids’ Events
Kellogg’s announced plans earlier this year to add peanut flour to some previously peanut-free snacks, leaving fewer options for parents scrambling for quick and cheap snacks safe to bring along…
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10 Homemade Smoothies Better and Cheaper Than Chain Versions
Smoothies from nationwide chains tend to use juice blends and artificial syrups to create expensive, high-calorie drinks disguised as healthy options. Some are marketed as meal replacements or have added…
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Can’t Afford the $599 Oculus Rift? 7 Cheap VR Headsets
Facebook’s Oculus Rift virtual reality headset was introduced in March for $599, leading to sticker shock and complaints from consumers who remembered promises of a $350 device. Despite the high…
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20 Summer Vacation Spots Where Pets Are Welcome
Leaving Fido at home while on vacation can be expensive — whether it’s the cost of boarding or hiring a pet sitter — and stressful for both humans and man’s…
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13 Ideas for a Fun and Inexpensive Bachelorette Party
Traditional bachelorette parties often involve out-of-town trips, male dancers, and high-end bars, all of which can be pretty expensive for everyone involved. But there are simpler, less expensive ways for…
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Party Hearty: 23 Cheap Bachelor Party Ideas
With summer wedding season comes an annual round of bachelor parties to celebrate (or mourn) the final days of youthful singlehood. Although many are elaborate and expensive, a successful bachelor…
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11 Amazing and Affordable Aquariums
Aquarium ticket prices can be scarier than great white sharks, but as a way to see exotic marine life, an aquarium visit is a bargain compared with the cost of…
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15 Contracts That Can Be Painful to Cancel and How to Get Out of Them
Companies make it very easy for consumers to start using their services — by offering a free trial or requiring only a brief online form. Canceling is often more difficult.…
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How to Be in a Wedding Party Without Going Broke
For the members of a wedding party, the obligations go well beyond the event itself. There are pre-wedding celebrations, from the engagement party to the shower to cake tastings, and…
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14 Ways to Earn Discounts and Free Money for Working Out
If maintaining good health and fitness isn’t reward enough for staying active, sometimes a financial incentive can be even more powerful. Sure, exercising regularly may save money on health-care costs…
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Enough With the Stuffing: 10 Ways to Use Stale Bread
A staple for many cultures dating back thousands of years, bread is still one of the most beloved foodstuffs. As with any food staple, cooks have devised ways to use…
