Money
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Lunchbox Laxatives, Petty Theft, and Brandishing a Knife: Redditors Share 10 Tragic and Comical Career-Ending Mistakes
Have you ever wanted to torch your life, blow up your career, and start over? Well, now you can! We’ve compiled some of the most tragic, comical, and weird career-ending mistakes from a popular 8,000-plus comment Reddit thread. So whether…
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‘Greedflation’: Why Inflation Is SO Good for Food Billionaires
While inflation rates seem to be cooling in the last few months, that doesn’t mean they aren’t enormously high. Two years ago, white bread was 22% cheaper and butter was 31% cheaper than it is now. According to the United States…
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Are You Ignoring These Frugal Tips? You’re Basically Losing Money, Redditors Say
You’re probably heard plenty of financially savvy advice before. But actually following it? That’s a whole different story. Saying “no” to smart frugal advice — like not using credit cards and missing out on perks or rewards — can unknowingly…
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This Absurd TikTok Hack Will Save You Money On Glasses — If You Can Handle It
Buying new glasses can be costly. How costly? The average price of a new pair is around $343, according to Zenni, an online eyeglass retailer. It can be especially difficult to find affordable yet actually attractive frames. One TikToker is going…
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Costco’s Self-Checkout Process Is ‘Awful,’ According to Customers
Have you found yourself getting increasingly annoyed with Costco’s self-checkout stations? You’re not alone. Some of the warehouse chain’s biggest fans on Reddit’s r/Costco community — not to mention we here at Cheapism — have found the self-checkout to be…
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13 Ways to Use Pulled Pork Leftovers When You’re Sick of BBQ Sandwiches
Forget giant zucchini and overflowing baskets of tomatoes — mountains of leftover pulled pork are the real bumper crop of summer. Pork shoulder is just about the perfect meat to prepare for a crowd since it’s cheap, easy to make,…
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“Like I Ate Sticky Cardboard”: Customers Say Crumbl Cookies’ Krispies Bar Is A Total Ripoff
Have you ever eaten something from a bakery or restaurant, and thought, “Man, I could have definitely made this myself for way less money”? Even if you’re one of the…
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Tired of Your Boring Desk Job? This Website Features Adventurous Jobs at National Parks and Other Beautiful Locations
No one should quit their job and blow up their life on a whim. But if you’re tired of plodding away at a desk job, CoolWorks may have an out.…
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The OfferUp 8: The Most Confusing Things for Sale I Saw This Week
The rush of firing up OfferUp in Asheville, North Carolina, where I live, will never get old. There’s just so much stuff for sale in the wastelands of OfferUp that…
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Frugal (and FUN!) Outdoor Water Games To Keep Kids Entertained All Summer Long
For those super-hot days when simply breathing makes you break a sweat, the task of keeping kids entertained might feel particularly daunting. The best way to have fun and keep…
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If Brands Were ‘Brutally Honest,’ They’d Have These Hilarious Slogans
If there’s one thing that big corporations do well, it’s lie. Miller High Life is the “champagne of beers”? Come on. But consumers often see through the public relations B.S.…
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Trashy Treasures: Redditors Share Their Tips for Dumpster Diving
Have you ever wanted to dumpster dive, but are either too nervous, too embarrassed, or just not sure where to start? Don’t worry — there are tons of tips out…
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I Asked ChatGPT to Simplify My Life and Save Me Money — Here’s What Happened
Looking to lead a simpler lifestyle and save more money but you’re not sure where to start? Consider welcoming ChatGPT to the chat. And if you’re skeptical about leaving the…
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Would You Go Into Debt for Your Pet? Most People Would, According to This Survey
Recently I noticed some unusual lumps and bumps on my 9-year-old dog’s skin. They didn’t seem to bother him, but Google told me I should take him to the vet.…
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Krispy Kreme’s Latest Job Posting is the Career Dreams Are Made Of
Krispy Kreme is appealing to both doughnut lovers and creative culinary enthusiasts with its latest job opportunity. The chain is searching for a “Chief Doughnut Dreamer” to join the innovation…
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Is Venmo Safe? Here’s Everything You Need To Know About the Payment App
Thanks to the rise of peer-to-peer payment apps, going Dutch has never been easier. Just pull out your phone and ask for their username. But if you count yourself among…
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Is Costco Cracking Down on Membership Sharing? Signs on Reddit Point to Yes
Costco fans on Reddit’s r/Costco community have noticed something at their favorite warehouse store lately: Costco appears to be cracking down on membership sharing. If you’re unfamiliar, it’s when the…
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A National Summer Crisis: Ice Cream Inflation and Other Grocery Staples Rising in Cost
One minute we’re reeling from inflation at the grocery store and the next we’re being told price increases are slowing down. It’s inflation-induced whiplash, but it’s here to hit you…
