Living on a Budget
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These 22 States Just Raised Their Minimum Wage To Kick Off 2024
If you feel like you can’t afford anything nowadays, you’re not alone. Wages in the U.S. have long been a topic of contention — especially when they struggle to keep pace with inflation and the rising costs of living. Over…
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6 Things That Are Actually Going Down In Price
You’re not alone if you find yourself starting far too many conversations nowadays by complaining about how expensive things have become. It’s truly spiraled out of control, and things don’t seem to be slowing down. With that in mind, however,…
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Piggly Wiggly: Fun Facts About America’s First Modern Grocery Store
In the early 20th century, the entire grocery shopping experience was a chore. Shoppers had to bring a list to a clerk, who would then go around the store, gather up all the requested items and bring them to the…
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Merry ‘Twixmas’! 29 Ways to Spend That Week Between Christmas and New Year’s
Sometimes called “Twixmas,” that week between Christmas and New Year’s Eve is — for quite a few lucky folks — a much-needed week off from work. Sure, you want to kick back and enjoy your free time, but don’t let the time fly without…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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Your Go-To Guide for Every Tipping Scenario (Including When It’s OK To Skip the Tip)
In today’s world, it can feel like everything and everyone is gunning for your hard-earned cash (thanks a lot, inflation). Grabbing a snack at the gas station? Expect to tip…
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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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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…
