Money
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Top 10 Home Improvement Projects People Put Off the Most
It’s famously hard to maintain a home, and if you’re like us, you don’t love spending huge chunks of money at one time. Without question, we’re procrastinators when it comes to spending. Thanks to a report from the home-services website…
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The Best Ready-to-Eat Meals at Trader Joe’s for When You Need Fuel ASAP
When life gets hectic, sometimes all we have time (and energy) for are quick and easy meals. But that doesn’t mean we have to settle for bland and unhealthy ones that are still super pricey. With its robust selection of food…
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Jaw-Dropping Antique Appraisals on ‘Antiques Roadshow’
Have you ever rummaged through a dusty attic, wondering if that old painting or tarnished trinket might be worth a fortune? If so, then you’re not alone. The ever-popular “Antiques Roadshow” (currently filming its 28th season on PBS) thrives on…
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Here’s What Your Daily Dose of Starbucks Is Actually Costing You
We all know someone who heads to the Starbucks drive-thru as part of their morning routine. Maybe you are that someone. And while a few dollars for a coffee here and there might not feel so bad, it all adds…
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8 Dangerous Social Media Challenges That Can Kill You
Social media isn’t always fun and games; it can sometimes lead to dangerous trends and food challenges that take things too far — especially for young, impressionable audiences. These extreme challenges that dare one to not use the bathroom (why,…
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11 Old-Fashioned Towns That Are Popular Again
Old-fashioned towns across America are often overshadowed by the allure of sprawling urban centers like Los Angeles and New York. These quaint spots, with their charming main streets and historic buildings, often struggle to attract tourists who are drawn to…
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The Only Frozen Meals You Should Be Buying at Trader Joe’s, According to Shoppers
Praised for its wide range of food options, quirky ambiance, and consistently solid products, Trader Joe’s keeps knocking it out of the park. From its unique products, use of high-quality…
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10 Small Companies That Are Actually Owned By Massive Corporations
It seems harder and harder to find good independent products. A lot of brands present a “we’re small, but mighty” exterior, and they are certainly mighty, but how many of…
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7 Companies That Went Downhill After Being Acquired
Many of the world’s most well-known companies have gone downhill after being acquired. This is often due to cultural clashes, business misalignments, or poor management by the new owners. These…
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9 Everyday Products That Were Discovered Completely by Accident
Sometimes, the best things happen when you least expect them. While one might think that behind the things that we use every day, there were months, or even years of…
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Rolex, Carhartt, and Other Trendy Brands Originally Designed for Professionals
Unbeknownst to many consumers, quite a few popular brands used in everyday life started as specialty suppliers for professional industries. These brands crafted their products with high-quality materials and robust…
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10 Hidden Ways You’re Wasting Money While Traveling
“Traveling is the only thing that will make you richer.” While this saying rings true, and traveling may enrich your life emotionally, the reality is that it can also be…
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DIY Kit Homes We’d Build Right Now
Did you know you can buy a new house online? For as little as $500 you can buy the plans for a DIY kit home that you can finish to…
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44 Well-Made Products You’ll Never Have to Buy Again
Lifetime guarantees are increasingly rare in the retail world, but consumers bear at least some of the blame. A horde of online dumpster divers forced L.L. Bean to discontinue its…
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10 Vinyl Records You Might Own That Are Now Worth a Fortune
Thanks to their historical significance and rarity, certain vintage records have become highly coveted among collectors and music enthusiasts. As the digital age progresses, the tangiblity and analog sound of…
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Broke on Mother’s Day? Here Are 8 Sweet and Thoughtful Gestures To Show Mom You Care
When it comes to Mother’s Day, thoughtful and sweet gestures are worth their weight in gold (or flowers). Luckily, you don’t have to break the bank to show mom how…
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Study: Americans Tip $500 More a Year Than They’d Like To
You’re not imagining it — tipping culture is totally getting out of hand. Going to the gas station? Expect to tip the employee just for spinning the iPad around. Heck,…
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11 Ways You’re Wasting Energy at Home (and How To Stop!)
With summer quickly approaching, it also means our energy bills are likely to rise as we crank up our AC systems to keep cool. But wasting electricity at home is an…
