Money
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7 Frugal Tips for First-Time Parents on a Budget
According to a NerdWallet analysis, a household that makes $40,000 can expect to pay as much as $21,248 for the child’s first year. So alongside the joys of starting a family, many first-time parents feel overwhelmed by the sheer cost…
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Starbucks Announces Major Changes to Its Rewards Program — And Fans Aren’t Happy
In its first major change to its rewards program in three years, Starbucks is making it more difficult to earn freebies like free coffee and merchandise. While the rewards program once required 50 “stars” to redeem a free coffee, customers…
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7 Clever Uses For Cheap Vodka (Besides Drinking It)
A cheap, plastic bottle of vodka that’s been gathering dust for the past few years isn’t exactly appealing. But that bottle of American Plains or Popov doesn’t have to go down the drain, as frugal Redditors recently came up with…
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These Trending Budget Challenges Could Make Saving Money Fun in 2023
Boring spreadsheets and tedious money-tracking apps are so last year. Instead, budget-conscious Generation Xers and millennials will turn to gamified “budget challenges and saving games” in 2023, according to a Pinterest analysis. The social media platform’s end-of-year predictions report seeks to offer users…
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Frugal Resolutions You Should Make for the New Year
With holiday shopping winding down and a new year ahead, now is the time to start getting your finances under control. One in 3 people are planning to make a finance-related New Year’s resolution for 2023, according to a new survey from…
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‘Atmospheric Rivers’ and Other Truly Bizarre Weather Phenomena
Boring weather isn’t necessarily a bad thing, but the forecast doesn’t always oblige. Freaky weather isn’t only the stuff of dramatic headlines like the lightning strikes that killed three people and left one survivor in Washington, D.C., or the bomb…
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Everyday Essentials You Can Buy With an FSA
If your employer offers a flexible spending account, you can save money by setting aside pretax dollars for health-related expenses such as copays, deductibles, and dental care. You elect how…
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Teddy Roosevelt’s Revolver Just Sold for Nearly $1M
Though some might consider owning a piece of history priceless, others are willing to put a price on objects that once belonged to historical figures to call them their own.…
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What To Know About Prime Access, Amazon’s Discounted Prime Membership
At $139 per year (or $14.99 per month), the cost of an Amazon Prime membership can be an expensive pill to swallow, especially for shoppers who need that $15 for…
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Visit Many National Parks for Free on These 5 Days in 2023
From Yellowstone and the Grand Canyon to Yosemite and the Great Smoky Mountains, there are numerous must-see national parks among the hundreds sprinkled across the U.S. If visiting a handful…
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Samsung Washing Machines Recalled for Fire Hazard
Samsung washing machines sold at Costco, Best Buy, Home Depot, and other stores nationwide have been recalled due to a risk of fire caused by the control panel overheating. Samsung…
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Gift Card Mistakes to Avoid
Gift cards are the ultimate no-brainer gift, and with supply-chain issues making it hard for many shoppers to get their hands on what they want, gift cards are poised for…
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Instacart Offering SNAP Users Discount on Annual Membership
If you used Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program benefits to purchase groceries via Instacart within the last six months using an electronic benefit transfer card, the grocery delivery service is offering…
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Weird and Wacky Property Listings That’ll Leave You Scratching Your Head
The overheated housing market is beginning to cool, giving anxious buyers a bit more breathing room before having to make one of the biggest commitments of a lifetime. Still, there…
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Popeyes Is Giving Out Free Chicken Sandwiches for the Holidays
Popeyes is giving everyone a gift this holiday season: a free chicken sandwich. From now through Jan. 1, you can grab one of the chain’s famous crispy fried chicken sandwiches…
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The Best Dog Breeds for Apartments and Small Living Spaces
Living in an apartment or studio doesn’t mean you can’t have a furry bestie. Though small dogs are typically easier to manage in compact living spaces, the size of your…
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Will Costco Raise Membership Fee in 2023? All Signs Point to Yes
The fee for the privilege of loading your cart with $5 rotisserie chickens and bulk toilet paper at Costco is likely to go up in 2023. Right now, a basic…
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Horror Stories From Notoriously Toxic Workplaces
The video game industry has been held out as an example where frat-boy culture is pervasive and can lead to accusations of sexism, harassment, and bullying, including at big-name companies.…
