Living on a Budget
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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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It’s Funny ‘Cause It’s True: 10 Hilarious Tweets About Being Broke We Saw This Week
Money can be stressful, but nothing quite matches the all-encompassing anxiety you get when there’s no money to be had. “More money, more problems” was clearly coined by a wealthy capitalist who wanted to keep the little guy down, because…
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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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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 about TransUnion, Experian, and Equifax? We’ll explain everything you need…
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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 detail? Whether it’s a backpacking adventure or a luxury cruise you…
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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…
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Bartenders Reveal What They Do To Customers That Don’t Tip Well
Hell hath no fury like a bartender scorned. Next time you’re at the bar tipping back drinks, make sure you tip on your tab, too — or the drink slinger…
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Cheeseburger in Hell: Margaritaville Cruises Go Viral for All the Wrong Reasons
You know that phrase “ballin’ on a budget?” It’s the idea that you can still have and enjoy nice things without needing to spend a lot of money. That’s essentially…
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Love a Costco Bargain? Hate the Shopping Experience? A Costco Veteran Shares 7 Tips You Need to Know
Shopping at Costco can feel like a game of battle royale — you gotta have a few tricks up your sleeve to snag the best deals. Luckily, these seven insider…
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13 Ways to Get Out of the House and Be Entertained on the Cheap
Since the pandemic, getting out of the house seems harder than it used to be — and since inflation skyrocketed, getting out of the house is often pricier. Some activities,…
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10 Stupid Ways You’re Wasting Money (And How to Stop)
Buying Everything New There’s a reason the expression “good as new” exists — the fresh-out-of-the-box feeling is nice, but it comes at quite the premium. You don’t always need it.…
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These People Just Get It: 10 Hilarious Tweets About Being Broke We Saw This Week
Money can be stressful, but nothing quite matches the all-encompassing anxiety you get when there’s no money to be had. “More money, more problems” was clearly coined by a wealthy…
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You’re Throwing Away Money If You Don’t Have a High-Yield Savings Account — Here’s Why
If you’ve stashed your cash in a traditional savings account, you’re losing money. The problem is that your account’s vanishingly low annual percentage yield (APY) is no match for inflation.…
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12 Signs That a Printer Ink Subscription Is Right for You
Sponsored by HP Instant InkIf you print hundreds of pages from your home printer every month, a printer ink subscription is a pretty obvious opportunity to save time and money.…
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Report: ‘Delayed Gratification’ Is the Key To Saving Money. Um, What?
Do your parents and grandparents proudly boast of the days when they could buy an entire house for just $50,000? And then proceed to lecture you for not stashing away…
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In More Soul-Crushing News, Inflation Is About To Ruin Your Summer Fun
If you were looking forward to the summer party season kicking up after a long harsh winter, you may be sorely disappointed this year. Those weekly cookouts, pool parties, and…
