Living on a Budget
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6 ‘Poor People Foods’ That The Rich Ruined
Food prices — in restaurants and grocery stores — remain on the rise as the overall cost of living also continues to climb. In particular though, there have been devastating price increases for foods that anyone in a financial rut…
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Costco Products That Superfans Quit Buying Thanks to Inflation
Costco superfans on the r/Costco Reddit forum are loyal to the warehouse club giant, but they also hold no punches if they feel like they’re getting ripped off. In one recent thread, u/datalife07 asked their fellow shoppers what products they stopped…
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7 Incredibly Useful Passes, Perks, And Memberships To Sign Up for Right Now
For many, the end of the year is a time of reflection and nostalgia. It’s also a time to set yourself up with some sweet annual passes and memberships that could help you save money. We narrowed down seven useful…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy at Target
Loved for its convenience, accessibility, and wide array of products, Target is a one-stop shop for many consumers. The clean, well-organized aisles and competitive pricing attract a diverse customer base (it’s like a fancier version of Walmart, if you will).…
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7 Costco Staples That Superfans ‘Always Buy’
While you can buy staples like laundry detergent, trash bags, and eggs anywhere, Costco boasts some of the best prices on everyday products. In fact, you’ll never pay more than a 14-15% markup on the wholesaler’s stock thanks to its…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy Used
While buying pre-owned items can be a great way to cut costs and promote sustainability, there are some items where the downsides far outweigh the potential savings. Buying certain items used can pose risks to your health, safety, and overall well-being. For…
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Pettiest Stunts People Pulled To Save An Extra Buck
If you’ve ever been in a financial rut, struggling to make ends meet, then you’ll likely be unfortunately intimate with the anxiety and overriding despair that can follow you around…
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The Best Restaurant Gift Cards With ‘Buy One Get One Free’ Deals
Nothing speaks to the spirit of mindful holiday gift-giving like this list of the best gift card deals where you get a gift back for yourself. Times are tough out…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy New
Now that the market for gently used goods is immense, spanning from online shops to mom and pop thrift stores, there’s little reason not to buy used goods. Buying things…
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50 Smart Food Storage Tips to Make Your Groceries Last as Long as Possible
Frugal consumers are always looking for tips and tricks to help cut food costs and waste, and many of these come down to smart storage. Keeping fresh produce in good…
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Dollar Tree Shopper Frozen In Her Tracks Over Native Body Wash Dupes for $1.25
It’s not every day that you find yourself browsing the various equally enticing and economically agreeable aisles of your local Dollar Tree store, only to go on to make the…
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Things That Are Absolutely, Unfairly Expensive These Days
With inflation comes the unfortunate inevitability of a world where the cost of living itself just continues to climb. Taking field trips to the grocery store, or even trying to…
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Romance on a Budget: 25 Cheap At-Home Date Night Ideas
With the average couple in the U.S. spending around $159 (woof!) for dinner and a movie, going out for every date night can quickly add up. (I mean, seriously, have…
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9 Tips to Save Money After a Big Move
Moving is no easy feat. From having to pack up all your earthly possessions to juggling the many financial aspects of the move, it’s no wonder that moving is considered…
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Splurges You Won’t Regret, According to Redditors
The key to executing the proper and successful splurge that leaves you with zero buyer’s remorse is to do the homework and put the strategic feelers out for what splurges…
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From Beef Wellington to Thanksgiving Dinner: Watch This College Student Make Gourmet Meals in His Dorm Room
While many people probably survived college by eating too much instant ramen and pizza (guilty), one TikTok user is taking social media by storm thanks to his creative and resourceful…
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Is Planet Fitness’ Black Card Membership Worth it?
Planet Fitness offers two different membership options, touting a base-level and a premium option that comes with bells and whistles. Even if you find yourself always opting for the basic…
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10 Best ‘Beauty on a Budget’ Tips, According to Frugal Redditors
A third of Americans say that they regret overspending on beauty products, according to a recent LendingTree survey. Gen Zers and Millennials are particularly guilty of this, with 27% even…
