Living on a Budget
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10 Cheap Ways to Stay Warm Without Turning up the Heat
Almost half of your electricity bill comes from running AC and heat, and when winter gets cold, it’s hard not to spend a fortune. There’s a foolproof way to stay warm in the winter without making your heating bill skyrocket,…
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Frugal Shoppers Share Their Best $10-or-Less Purchases
The joy you get from a worthwhile purchase is immense, but when you score a great price on top of it? That’s a special kind of bliss. In a recent Reddit thread, users weighed in the best purchases they’ve ever…
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Stop Doing These 10 Things If You’re Trying to Save Money
We all love saving money, but let’s be honest. Some spending habits drain our wallets without us even realizing it because those “a dollar here, a dollar there” purchases tend to add up invisibly. Here are 10 money-wasting habits that…
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17 Easy DIY Projects That Save Real Money
It’s no secret that it’s always easier to “just call somebody,” but for many home maintenance issues, it may be cheaper to do it yourself. While there are certainly some more complicated repairs and tasks best left to the pros,…
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27 Signs You’re Too Frugal
No one wants to end up short on funds in their golden years and be forced to scrimp and save, but sometimes being frugal errs on the side of being … well, let’s just say, a bit obsessive. You’ve likely…
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13 Household Things That Cost Less To Replace Than Fix
Sometimes, stuff around the house breaks. At this time, you must weigh an important question: Do you fix it or toss it? SPOILER ALERT: Some things are just not worth fixing. Fixing may feel like the frugal, reasonable, and sensible…
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12 Minimalist Habits That Can Actually Save You Money
Minimalism has seen a major rise in popularity over the years — from “The Minimalists” documentary and podcast to Marie Kondo’s “The Life-changing Magic of Tidying Up,” it has never…
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15 Things You Need to Replace a Lot More Often Than You Think
In a dream world, things we purchase would last forever. Unfortunately, in the real world, many things we rely on need replacing — and some more often than we realize.…
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New Year’s Resolutions That Can Save You $1,000 or More
Small, routine expenses and paying too much for major monthly bills can add up quickly over time. A few extra dollars misspent here and there can easily turn into a…
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Cheap Stocking Stuffers You Can Buy at the Grocery Store
Buying gifts for all your loved ones can get expensive quickly. It’s more important than ever to find ways to stretch your dollars — and you don’t always have to…
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12 Free Library Perks You Didn’t Know About
You probably think all you can do with your library card is check out free books or movies. But your library card is actually a ticket to a lot of…
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Household Products That Are a Complete Waste of Money
Saving counter space and money and reducing clutter are more valuable than any of these supposedly must-have gadgets and products. Slick marketing promises increased efficiency and a streamlined lifestyle, but…
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10 Clever Uses for an Empty Paper Towel Roll
Though things like paper towel rolls are easily disposed of, there are a surprising number of reasons to keep ‘em. Unsure why you’d ever do something like that? Here are…
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15 Ways to Save on Christmas This Year
Every year, millions of Americans go all out for Christmas. And this year will likely be no different. In fact, almost one-third of consumers said they were still paying off…
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37 Things You Should Stop Paying for ASAP
With so many increasing demands on our budgets these days, the last thing you want to do is spend money when you don’t need to. There are many small, hidden…
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16 Things That Have No Business Being As Expensive As They Are
There’s been a lot of talk about inflation, even though it dropped to 2.6% this year. Still, some things have become too expensive – and the prices aren’t going down. Here…
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10 Best and Worst Places to Live on Minimum Wage in America
As housing costs have continued to outpace wages, no one suffers more than minimum-wage workers. However, some places are more affordable than others and provide a better chance for low-income…
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Applesauce?! 10 Creative and Delicious Ways To Spruce Up Instant Mashed Potatoes
We’ve all been there — short on time and cash, looking for a quick meal to make, but still craving something comforting, filling, and delicious. If you immediately thought of…
