Money
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7 Incredibly Useful Passes, Perks, And Memberships To Sign Up for Right Now
For many, the end of the year is a time of reflection and nostalgia. It’s also a time to set yourself up with some sweet annual passes and memberships that could help you save money. We narrowed down seven useful…
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Yes, Gen Z is Learning Financial Literacy (At Least in These States)
Teenagers aren’t exactly known for their financial literacy and fiscal responsibility. But many U.S. states are trying to change that by making Gen Z the most money-savvy generation to graduate high school. Pennsylvania just passed a law requiring high school…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy at Target
Loved for its convenience, accessibility, and wide array of products, Target is a one-stop shop for many consumers. The clean, well-organized aisles and competitive pricing attract a diverse customer base (it’s like a fancier version of Walmart, if you will).…
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16 Cases Where a Credit Card Beats Cash
Amassing credit card debt under exorbitant interest rates can spell financial doom. But there are times it makes sense to use that little piece of plastic. For some consumers, maximizing rewards is reason enough; others like paying a single bill…
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7 Costco Staples That Superfans ‘Always Buy’
While you can buy staples like laundry detergent, trash bags, and eggs anywhere, Costco boasts some of the best prices on everyday products. In fact, you’ll never pay more than a 14-15% markup on the wholesaler’s stock thanks to its…
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Here’s How the Price of Christmas Trees Has Changed Over the Years
There’s nothing like the smell of a spruce in your living room to make your home feel like the holiday season has arrived. The constant vacuuming of pine needles keeps you on your toes, too! Yet in a world where…
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10 Things You Should Never Buy Used
While buying pre-owned items can be a great way to cut costs and promote sustainability, there are some items where the downsides far outweigh the potential savings. Buying certain items used…
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6 Holiday Ripoffs That Would Turn Clark Griswold into Scrooge
Nothing gets us in the Christmas spirit quite like getting ripped off or scammed — said no one ever. As disheartening as it may be, even something as pure and jolly…
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5 of the Most Stressful Industries in the U.S.
Is there a job on earth that isn’t at least a little bit stressful? Maybe if you’re a professional puppy snuggler, you never have an anxiety-ridden work day. But for…
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Things You Should Never, Ever Carry In Your Purse
Although there is plenty of merit to being prepared for a spontaneous all-out midday catastrophe to erupt during your day, and you really should make sure to keep certain items…
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Your Go-To Guide for Every Tipping Scenario (Including When It’s OK To Skip the Tip)
In today’s world, it can feel like everything and everyone is gunning for your hard-earned cash (thanks a lot, inflation). Grabbing a snack at the gas station? Expect to tip…
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Are You a Snowbird? 11 Ways To Winterize Your Home While You’re Away
Properly winterizing your home is crucial — especially if you’re planning on leaving for a while. Failing to take the necessary precautions can result in costly damages such as frozen or…
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6 Christmas Gifts You Should Never Buy Last Minute
Listen, we are all human. We are all busy. We have things to do, places to be, yadda yadda. Everyone has had some last-minute scrambles to face around the holidays,…
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Horrendous And Inexcusable Holiday Bonuses People Received
There are unfortunately some truly maniacal bosses out there that will not only even consider giving employees entirely justifiable and well-earned bonuses, but there are some bosses that will seemingly…
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Pettiest Stunts People Pulled To Save An Extra Buck
If you’ve ever been in a financial rut, struggling to make ends meet, then you’ll likely be unfortunately intimate with the anxiety and overriding despair that can follow you around…
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The Most Unnecessary Flavors From Classic Food Brands
In today’s more-is-more world, basic foods no longer seem to cut it. From outrageous concoctions like turkey-flavored candy corn to earnest but questionable attempts at flavor innovation (chocolate hummus, anyone?), familiar…
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38 Biggest Mistakes to Avoid at Your First ‘Real’ Job
No matter how many years of schooling you have, there will always be aspects of your first job no education can prepare you for. The transition from school to professional…
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The Best Restaurant Gift Cards With ‘Buy One Get One Free’ Deals
Nothing speaks to the spirit of mindful holiday gift-giving like this list of the best gift card deals where you get a gift back for yourself. Times are tough out…
