Living on a Budget

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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 you noticed how ordering a mere three or four drinks…

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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 one of life’s most stressful experiences. In fact, it’s so taxing…

  • 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 have panned out favorably for other folks. Thankfully, this AskReddit…

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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 approach to making all kinds of fancy meals in a…

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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 choice to keep things as cheap as possible, sometimes pricier…

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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…