Money
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10 Reasons Why “Looking Poor” Is the Key to Wealth
It happens all too frequently — lifestyle creep and the hedonic treadmill snowball until you’re only happy with the most expensive clothing, the flashiest cars, and other outward signifiers of success. It’s easy to justify these flashy items when you…
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Joann Fabrics Now Closing All Remaining Stores and Going Out of Business
Crafters and sewers are not going to like this news: Joann is going out of business and closing all remaining locations. The news comes after the arts and crafts store filed for bankruptcy a second time just last month, and…
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JCPenney Is Closing Even More Stores. Is Your State Affected?
Another day, another store announces that it’s closing more locations. Earlier this week, Joann Fabrics announced that it’s closing a whopping 500 locations, but now it’s JCPenney’s turn. The nationwide department store just revealed that it’s closing even more locations…
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Before You Order Valentine’s Day Flowers, Consider These 8 Mistakes
Valentine’s Day is the busiest holiday for florists. Thirty percent of a shop’s annual transactions are made during the holiday, according to the Society of American Florists. With so many people buying flowers for their loved ones, there’s bound to…
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15 Cities Where Home Prices Increased the Most in the Last 15 Years
A sad truth is that we live in a nation where homes are considered unaffordable in 99% of the country. There is no city immune to the shocking increase in home prices, but the last five years have been brutal.…
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17 Easy DIY Projects That Save Real Money
It’s no secret that it’s always easier to “just call somebody,” but for many home maintenance issues, it may be cheaper to do it yourself. While there are certainly some more complicated repairs and tasks best left to the pros,…
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CVS Will Allow Customers to Unlock Those Anti-Theft Product Cases, But There’s a Catch
If you ever shop at pharmacies, you’ve definitely run into shelves that are more like lockboxes. Stores install locking systems like these to deter theft of high-priced items like razors…
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Vegetarian? Gluten-Free? Here’s How Much Your Diet Affects Your Grocery Prices
If you’ve ever thought about changing your eating habits, there’s more than just the practice of eating differently to keep in mind. To shop on a certain type of diet…
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Ford Recalls More Than 272K Vehicles For Potential Battery Failure
Ford is in trouble, having issued a recall for 272,827 vehicles due to some serious battery problems. This comes just after Ford paid $165 million in federal penalties for delays in recalls. What…
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Vornado Recalls Space Heater Over Shock and Fire Concerns
Thousands Vornado space heaters sold online have been recalled, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, thanks to possible risk for electric shock and fire. Read on to find…
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Costco’s Unionized Workers Vote in Favor of Nationwide Strike on February 1
Costco workers are ready to go on strike. Last week, Costco employees affiliated with the Teamsters voted overwhelmingly to walk out on the job if the company fails to come…
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15 Reasons Why Renting Is Better Than Buying a Home
Home ownership is a significant component of the American Dream, and as soon as you get married, people will ask you when you’re going to buy one, just like they…
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15 Red Flags to Watch for When Buying a Used Car That Could Cost You
When you’re shopping for a used car, it’s all about getting the most bang for your buck. However, if you’re not careful, you could end up flushing a lot of…
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Craft Giant Joann Files for Bankruptcy—Again
Bad news for the crafty crowd, as Joann, the beloved arts and crafts retailer, has filed for bankruptcy. Again. Here’s everything you need to know. Joann Files For Bankruptcy Once…
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Kohl’s Is Closing 27 Stores Across 15 States—Here Is A Full List
It seems the retail apocalypse is rolling into 2025, and Kohl’s is the latest big name making cuts. Here is everything you need to know. Kohl’s Is Downsizing Kohl’s is…
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10 Financial Mistakes to Avoid in Your 60s
You’re in your 60s, you’ve worked hard, saved, and planned for the future. And while you don’t have to keep pounding the pavement, you still have to manage your finances…
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Costco Recalls Kirkland Cold Medicine Over Contamination Risk
If Kirkland Signature Severe Cold & Flu Plus Congestion medicine is sitting in your medicine cabinet, it’s time to toss it. Costco has yanked it off the shelves due to…
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10 Career Mistakes That Could End Up Costing You
Managing a career can often feel separate from your actual day-to-day job. And while the daily responsibilities can feel like a grind, there are basic strategies you need to follow…
