Living on a Budget
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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 going into debt to fund their skincare addiction. While we’re…
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The 8 Best Costco Whiskeys Under $100, According to Shoppers
Even if you’re a whiskey drinker on a budget, you don’t have to settle for Jack Daniel’s or Crown Royal. They’re widely available, cheap, and popular, but you can do a lot better without spending hundreds of dollars on a…
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20 Delicious and Easy Canned Tuna Recipes for Every Meal
Affordable and convenient, canned tuna is a pantry staple. Rich in protein and omega-3 fatty acids, tuna supports heart health, muscle building, and may even help reduce the risk of certain cancers. Its long shelf life ensures that you always…
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Taco Bell Happy Hour: Here’s How Happier Hour Works
In This Article: Does Taco Bell Have a Happy Hour? What Time Is Happy Hour at Taco Bell? Taco Bell Happy Hour Menu Frequently Asked Questions The Bottom Line You’ve probably been to happy hour at a bar, and maybe…
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10 Cheap Buy-It-For-Life Products Shoppers Could Never Live Without
The old adage that you get what you pay for is usually true. If you want a pair of leather boots that will last forever …. well, you’re going to pay upwards of $200. But some buy-it-for-life (BIFL) products buck…
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Tired of Eating Burgers the Same Way? Here Are 9 Tips From Home Cooks To Spruce ‘Em Up
Burgers are a good ol’ American classic. They’re cherished by many families for their convenience and affordability — cementing their status as the go-to meal for both quick dinners and weekend cookouts. After all, nothing quite hits like a fat, juicy…
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Start Living Frugally Before the Holidays With the Best Advice From Redditors
If you don’t make a concerted effort to live frugally, money has a habit of vanishing as soon as it hits your bank account. And given that personal finance is…
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‘Tastes Just Like an Orange Creamsicle’: This Hack Makes McDonald’s Soda 10 Times Better
Who knew that the secret to unlocking a nostalgic taste of summer could be easily recreated at McDonald’s? Thanks to a TikTok video that’s as simple as it is genius,…
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11 Things You Should Never Buy at a Gas Station (and Why)
Gas stations are everywhere and often operate 24/7. While their convenience can act as a last-minute refuge for everything from a quick meal and coffee refill to emergency car essentials,…
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What Is the Cheapest Food Delivery App?
The cheapest way to order food? Don’t. But since even the biggest cheapskates slip up once in a while, it’s worth knowing which food delivery app is the cheapest. That…
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‘My Biggest Costco Hack’: TikToker’s Cheap Steak Hack Goes Viral
Don’t sleep on Costco’s meat department guys. If hitting up a meat market or buying meat from a local farmer isn’t in your budget, there are some great ways to bonus…
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A Foolproof Trader Joe’s Shopping List for an Easy Thanksgiving Meal
If you’re in need of a Thanksgiving dinner without having to spend a ton of money and effort, look no further. With Trader Joe’s list of pre-made essentials, you’ll still…
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Couple Retires on Cruise Ship Because It’s Cheaper Than a Retirement Home
After saving your entire adult life for retirement, you’re left to figure out what you do with the remaining years of your life. Do you stay put and stick to…
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9 Things You Should Never Buy at the Airport
Airports can pretend to be cafes and nightclubs all they want, but in truth, we Cheapists know that being at the airport is a miserable experience. In addition to all…
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Why Buying a Laptop On Reddit’s r/HardwareSwap Was One of the Best Financial Decisions I’ve Made
If you limit yourself to Reddit’s front page, you’d think that the site was only for silly videos, lewd discussions, and lukewarm politics. And that’s not far from the truth.…
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‘Pulling Yourself Out of Poverty’: How Struggling Redditors Turned Their Lives Around
Despite the United States’ immense wealth, around 38 million people still live in poverty. Much of that poverty is structural, the result of discrimination and the country’s paltry social safety…
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Maybe Happiness Can Be Bought: Actual Life-Enhancing Purchases
You’ve likely heard someone say that “money can’t buy happiness.” And while the wizened sentiment certainly holds its weight in certain situations, and happiness as a passing emotion does possess…
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Aldi Is Slashing Prices on Over 70 Thanksgiving Dinner Classics
Just in time for Thanksgiving, Aldi is offering discounts of up to 50% on holiday favorites, slashing prices on potatoes, gravy, pumpkin pie, and more. The Aldi Thanksgiving dinner price…
