Living on a Budget
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27 Signs You’re Too Frugal
No one wants to end up short on funds in their golden years and be forced to scrimp and save, but sometimes being frugal errs on the side of being … well, let’s just say, a bit obsessive. You’ve likely…
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13 Household Things That Cost Less To Replace Than Fix
Sometimes, stuff around the house breaks. At this time, you must weigh an important question: Do you fix it or toss it? SPOILER ALERT: Some things are just not worth fixing. Fixing may feel like the frugal, reasonable, and sensible…
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12 Minimalist Habits That Can Actually Save You Money
Minimalism has seen a major rise in popularity over the years — from “The Minimalists” documentary and podcast to Marie Kondo’s “The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up,” it has never been more trendy to own less. But as it turns…
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15 Things You Need to Replace a Lot More Often Than You Think
In a dream world, things we purchase would last forever. Unfortunately, in the real world, many things we rely on need replacing — and some more often than we realize. Join us for a quick tour of what just may…
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New Year’s Resolutions That Can Save You $1,000 or More
See how New Year’s resolutions save money with simple habits that reduce daily expenses and boost your budget fast.
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Cheap Stocking Stuffers You Can Buy at the Grocery Store
Buying gifts for all your loved ones can get expensive quickly. It’s more important than ever to find ways to stretch your dollars — and you don’t always have to spend a ton on gifts that are thoughtful and affordable.…
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12 Free Library Perks You Didn’t Know About
You probably think all you can do with your library card is check out free books or movies. But your library card is actually a ticket to a lot of…
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Household Products That Are a Complete Waste of Money
Saving counter space and money and reducing clutter are more valuable than any of these supposedly must-have gadgets and products. Slick marketing promises increased efficiency and a streamlined lifestyle, but…
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10 Clever Uses for an Empty Paper Towel Roll
Though things like paper towel rolls are easily disposed of, there are a surprising number of reasons to keep ‘em. Unsure why you’d ever do something like that? Here are…
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15 Ways to Save on Christmas This Year
Every year, millions of Americans go all out for Christmas. And this year will likely be no different. In fact, almost one-third of consumers said they were still paying off…
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16 Things That Have No Business Being As Expensive As They Are
There’s been a lot of talk about inflation, even though it dropped to 2.6% this year. Still, some things have become too expensive – and the prices aren’t going down. Here…
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10 Best and Worst Places to Live on Minimum Wage in America
As housing costs have continued to outpace wages, no one suffers more than minimum-wage workers. However, some places are more affordable than others and provide a better chance for low-income…
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Applesauce?! 10 Creative and Delicious Ways To Spruce Up Instant Mashed Potatoes
We’ve all been there — short on time and cash, looking for a quick meal to make, but still craving something comforting, filling, and delicious. If you immediately thought of…
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‘It’s Just More Fun!’: Frugal Habits People Would Keep Even If They Became Rich
Anyone who has, is going through, or will go through a financially tight period of time in this life can all at once understand the game of sorts that evolves…
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18 Surprising Ways You Can Use a Bar of Soap Around the House
With all the fabulously scented, bubbly body washes and liquid hand soaps out there, a basic bar of soap might feel old-school or passé. But there are good reasons to…
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Frightening Finances: 2 in 5 People Say Going Into Debt for Halloween Is Worthwhile
Halloween isn’t the only spooky thing around these days — money problems are scaring people, too. WalletHub surveyed 250 people to find out what they thought was scary this Halloween…
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15 Money Mistakes Popular Sit-Coms Taught Us to Avoid
Sitcoms are designed to help us escape our troubles and everyday lives. But sometimes you can learn a thing or two, even while you’re laughing. That’s why we compiled the…
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24 Biggest Ways People Waste Money, According to Financial Experts
No one is perfect when it comes to saving money, but some of us really need to be better. If you have credit card debt and loans you can’t shake,…
