Money
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These 3 States (and D.C.) Could Face Massive Job Losses If the Debt Ceiling Crisis Isn’t Resolved
Surprise, surprise: Congress has yet to resolve its debt ceiling crisis, which means that the United States could run out of money as early as June. That spells disaster for everyone — a default could tank the economy — but…
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Why Air-Drying Clothes Is Superior in Almost Every Way
Even in some of the densest cities in Europe, you’ll see clothes dangling from balconies, lines, and drying racks. This might seem like a rather benign observation — Europeans don’t buy as many dryers — but it’s become a cultural…
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Weddings, Casinos, and Other Things Redditors Say Are the Biggest Waste of Money
Ah, the age-old debate about what’s worth spending our hard-earned cash on. Some folks argue that weddings are nothing but an expensive party and a massive waste of money, while others say casinos and bottled water are the ultimate waste…
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Eerie Beauty: Stunning Abandoned Dream Homes Across America and Beyond
When you’re searching for a new place to live, it can sometimes feel like all the great homes are taken. Thankfully, however, there are still some formerly gorgeous homes out there — they just need a little (okay, major) TLC.…
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10 Foods You Can Freeze That Won’t Turn Into Freezer-Burned ‘Mush’
If you’ve ever tried to freeze and reheat a bowl of cooked pasta or a handful of soggy french fries, you know that some foods aren’t exactly freezer friendly. That said, you’d be surprised what some r/Frugal Redditors do freeze…
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Work Less, Live Better: Here’s What Redditors Have to Say About Achieving a Healthy Work-Life Balance
In the quest for a harmonious work-life balance, many of us turn to mindfulness practices and self-help books, or resort to consuming copious amounts of caffeine. (I would swim in a pool of cold brew if I could, especially on…
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Play and Get Paid: 10 Ways To Turn Your Gaming Habit Into a Lucrative Hobby
When adults give bright-eyed, impressionable children career advice, they’re likely to repeat Mark Twain’s quote about work: “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work…
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Calling All Bookworms: 11 Ways To Make Money Reading Books
Do you have an appreciation for the written word? Does your bibliomania border on addiction? Well, it turns out you can get paid to read books. That said, you can’t…
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Why Do I Have So Many Credit Scores — and What the Hell Do They All Mean?
With all the different credit bureaus and ratings, it can be hard to know which credit score to trust. Should you focus on your FICO score or VantageScore? And what…
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Buyer Beware: The Least Reliable Cars You Can Buy Now
Everyone wants a reliable vehicle. Unfortunately, even big-name companies have cars that are known for having consistent problems. If you want to avoid a headache, here are the vehicles you…
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This Is Why Many Gen Zers Refuse to Apply for a Job
Zoomers have a bad rap when it comes to work ethic, especially if you ask a Boomer. But a recent study found that there’s one key factor that will make…
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Living Small: Charming Tiny Home Communities Across America
If social and economic anxieties have you thinking about the ultimate in lifestyle downsizing, you are not alone. The disruption of the pandemic had many wanting to spend less, own…
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Is Travel Insurance Worth It? Here’s What the Experts Want You To Know
When it comes to vacationing, are you the carefree one that goes with the flow, blissfully unaware of everything? Or are you the planner that worries and obsesses over every…
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Hindsight Is 20/20: 9 Frugal Tips Redditors Wish They’d Followed in Their 20s
Even if you’re aimlessly moving from job to job in your 20s, you have something valuable that late-career professionals don’t: time. Good choices you make now will pay dividends, and…
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Moldy Baked Goods From Costco Infuriate Shoppers — But Redditors Say This Trick Keeps Them Fresh
There are plenty of reasons to adore Costco: a food court that slings pizza slices bigger than your head and offers the best deal on the planet for a hot-dog-soft-drink…
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Golden Goodbyes: CEOs Who Scored Massive Payouts Despite Being Fired
Getting fired is rarely a rewarding event, and for many, being jobless can be financially devastating. But for these CEOs, getting fired paid off in a big way, bringing in…
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Swiffer Sweeper? More Like Swiffer Cheaper With These Sustainable Refill Hacks
Swiffer owes its success to a “razor and blades” business model. First, they hook you with a low-priced mop, and soon enough, you’re stuck buying pricey refills for the lifespan…
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10 Valuable Secrets Costco Employees Aren’t Telling You
Though Costco is pretty upfront about its business practices and has a largely positively reviewed workplace (credit the above-average starting pay and excellent benefits), which can’t always be said about…
