Living on a Budget
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8 Thrifting Tips You Need To Know, According to Redditors
We get it: Everything is expensive nowadays. But by shopping at thrift stores, you can find rare and vintage items while saving money and adding character to your aesthetic. Unlike traditional retail shopping, thrift stores offer a wide range of…
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Hostel vs. Hotel: Why Redditors Are Ditching Hostels and Airbnbs for Hotels
When it comes to travel accommodations, deciding between a hotel, hostel, or Airbnb can be a big decision. If you’ve traveled to Europe, you’re likely already familiar with hostels (or, if you’ve seen the film series “Hostel,” terrified of them). Typically known…
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New to the United States? Here Are 7 Indispensable Frugal Tips
If you’re new to the U.S., you’ll likely experience both culture and sticker shock. Take healthcare for example. Unlike in Spain or Japan, many Americans are insured through their employer, and even then, a visit to an in-network doctor could…
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7 Best Money-Saving Tips for Gen Z, According to Redditors
When you stumble on an article about tips for saving money, oftentimes the advice seems geared toward late-career professionals who own property. Refinance your mortgage, buy diapers in bulk … the list goes on. But what about young apartment dwellers,…
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These Are the Most (and Least) Expensive Cities for Auto Loans
Auto loan interest rates are near their highest levels over the past eight years and nearly 84% of people who buy new cars do so with some type of financing. So it may not come as a surprise that auto…
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Wondering Where the Priciest Eggs Are? A Map Tracks the Cost at Walmart Stores Across the US
Egg prices continue to crack household budgets, and many shoppers have become accustomed to the run-up in prices. Shoppers might take some solace in knowing that they could be paying even more for their omelets if they lived elsewhere, and…
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7 Things Americans Waste Their Money On, According to Thrifty Redditors
If we look at metrics like food waste, energy use, or consumer spending, it’s clear that American culture is a culture of excess. But Redditors on r/Frugal buck that trend, in…
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10 Cheap Ways To Block Your Neighbor’s View
Love thy neighbor — except when you want some privacy at home. Fences can be a fortune to install, and may not even be allowed where you live. So what…
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Most Expensive Cities for Auto Insurance
Car insurance is one of those bills you have to pay every month and hope you’ll never need. The state you live in can impact car insurance rates, but so…
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TikTok Sommelier Says This Cheap Costco Wine Is Fit for Royalty
If you’re a wine snob and you’ve got a Costco membership, then you may have to plan a trip to the warehouse this week. The retailer is selling a bottle…
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How To Create a Brain-Calming Morning Routine for Less Than $40
Adopting a healthy and consistent morning routine can result in a slew of benefits. From helping you approach the workday with renewed focus and motivation to reducing stress and anxiety levels,…
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One-Third of Americans Don’t Think They’ll Recover From the Pandemic
Many people want nothing more than to say good riddance to the pandemic. However, one year into the pandemic, 34% of Americans felt they would never recover from the financial…
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10 SKIMS Alternatives You Can Buy for Under $50
When Kim Kardashian launched SKIMS in 2019, it quickly became one of the most popular and sought-after shapewear brands on the market. Offering a wide range of products including bodysuits, leggings, bras,…
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7 Purchases That Frugal Redditors Say Drastically Improved Their Lives
When it comes to frugality, saving money is only half the battle. The more difficult task is knowing when to put aside your miserliness and buy something meaningful. That’s why…
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Goodbye, Baggage Fees: 10 Carry-On Tips
Airlines love charging travelers for checking their bags, which can add hundreds of dollars to the cost of travel for families. We’re stuck cramming everything into our carry-ons to avoid fees. Here are…
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United Airlines’ New Seating Policy May Save Families Money
Flying with United Airlines is about to get more convenient for families thanks to the carrier’s new family seating policy that allows parents to sit with their children without paying…
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The Cheapest Ways To Move Across the Country — And Other Moving Tips
Moving across the country can be a financial nightmare. But fear not, fellow cheapskates. We’ve done the heavy lifting for you (well, not exactly), scouring the web, trawling social media,…
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Simple but Savvy Ways To Get Free Stuff
We were taught that getting something for nothing is too good to be true, but really you just have to be savvy enough to find the real no-strings-attached, no-cost stuff…
