Money
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16 Ways to Make Holiday Shopping More Affordable — Starting Now
It’s not even Halloween, but many consumers are already prepping for the annual holiday spending extravaganza—and they may be on to something. Retailers are readying for Black Friday, traditionally the single biggest shopping day of the year. Soon, Christmas decor…
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See a Game for Less: The Cheapest Teams in Every Pro League
Going to a sporting event can be pricey, but some stadiums are cheaper than others. Each season, Team Marketing Report ranks the most and least expensive teams across the major professional sports leagues. The publisher of sports marketing and sponsorship…
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Autumn Cornucopia: 10 Vegetables to Grow in Your Fall Garden
Temperatures may be dropping soon, but there’s still plenty to enjoy in a fall vegetable garden. Whereas fruit plants require particular care and take quite a while to mature (years, in the case of bushes and trees), some vegetables are…
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23 Fascinating Facts About Coupons
Couponing was once a straightforward exercise that required only a pair of scissors, but it’s no longer just about clipping from magazines and newspaper circulars. Mobile apps, websites, and even a TV show have made couponing a cottage industry, with…
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12 Cheap Ways to Rid Your Ride of Nasty Odors
Scent is usually the first thing people notice when entering an unfamiliar car. And for some drivers, that’s bad news. A smelly car can end up costing hundreds of dollars in detailing costs and even lose value over time. Odors…
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No Kids? Why You Should Be Back-to-School Shopping Anyway
Frugal shoppers take note: Back-to-school ads and deals may be aimed at parents and students, but anyone can take advantage of the discounts. Here’s why you should be hitting the back-to-school sales even if you don’t have school-age children at…
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Summer Clearance and Early Back to School Deals
In the space between summer clearance and back-to-school sales we’ve found a dozen great bargains to either help wind down or gear up, depending on where your mind is at.…
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10 Ways to Shrink Your Dry Cleaning Bill and Still Look Great
The average American spends about $500 a year on dry cleaning, according to industry reports. While it may seem a necessary expense, many consumers are simply throwing money down the…
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5 Best and 5 Worst States for Doing Business
When it comes to picking the best state for a business, a lot of factors come into play — taxes, regulation, and quality of life for workers are just a…
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More Bang for the Buck: 11 Products That Hold Their Value Best
Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for a good deal. But a low price doesn’t result in a smart buy if the product loses a substantial portion of its…
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15 Contracts That Can Be Painful to Cancel and How to Get Out of Them
Companies make it very easy for consumers to start using their services — by offering a free trial or requiring only a brief online form. Canceling is often more difficult.…
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How to Be in a Wedding Party Without Going Broke
For the members of a wedding party, the obligations go well beyond the event itself. There are pre-wedding celebrations, from the engagement party to the shower to cake tastings, and…
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10 Free Educational Sites to Try Before Hiring a Tutor
In a landscape of rising tuition costs and long school supply lists, online tutoring is one area where an investment in a child’s education doesn’t have to cost a cent.…
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12 Tips for Building a Tiny Home You’ll Love
Downsizing is growing among people seeking to decrease their environmental footprint and declutter their lives. Enter tiny houses. Beyond simplifying lifestyles, the tiny house movement seeks to curb overcrowding, overconsumption,…
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11 Tips for Saving Money on Summer Events
From ballgames to amusement parks to festivals and concerts, summer has no shortage of activities for those eager to enjoy warmer weather and the outdoors. But summer events don’t come…
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21 Money-Saving Summer Vacation Tips
Summertime is vacation time for many families, with the kids out of school and the warm weather inviting outdoor adventures. Sticking to a budget during the busy travel season can…
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Live Large Like Oprah or Gwyneth for Less
Oprah Winfrey’s “favorite things” and the shopping discoveries in Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop newsletter are presented as must-haves for living the celebrity life. For us common folk, though, spending $60 on…
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Prepping for Prom on a Budget
Prom is supposed to be a night for creating lasting memories, not a lasting dent in your wallet. Last year families with teenagers spent nearly $1,000 on that magical night,…
