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    28 Mother’s Day Dining Deals and Freebies

    If you’ve racked your brain for a Mother’s Day gift, remember that a leisurely meal is always a welcome option. Mother’s Day means big business for restaurants, and competition for your dollars is stiff. Many national and regional chains are…

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    The Best Cheap Washing Machines

    It’s easy to spend $1,000 or more for a top-of-the-line washing machine. But if all you want is a washer that will turn out clean clothes — without all the bells, whistles, and specialized cycles — there are many inexpensive…

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    The Best Cheap Dryers

    For budget-minded shoppers who can live without some of the luxuries that come with higher price tags — like lots of fabric-specific settings, steam cycles, a fancy display, and the very latest technology — we’ve rounded up reliable dryers that…

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    27 Best New Finds for Spring at Trader Joe’s

    Watermelon jerky, anyone? We love to hit up Trader Joe’s for some of our tried-and-true favorites, but any true TJ’s fan will tell you that the real fun lies in trying out the quirky grocery chain’s newest products. Spring has…

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    41 Best Finds at Target

    Whether you pronounce it with an accent (a la Tar-jay) or just call it plain ol’ Target, many of us spend a lot of time walking through its aisles or scrolling through the pages of its website. To help make…

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    Best Deals to Score at Family Dollar Stores Before They Close

    Last week, Family Dollar announced it would close nearly 400 of its 8,000-plus U.S. stores in 2019. The company hasn’t said exactly how soon, but the writing is on the wall for Family Dollar and other national chains, and this…

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    The Worst Deals at Target This Month

    In the eyes of its most ardent fans, Target can do no wrong, especially compared with its bigger, bluer rival, Walmart. But there are still some products here that are…

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    The Worst Deals at Walmart This Month

    Bargain hunters love saving money at Walmart, but that doesn’t mean everything at America’s low-price leader is a slam dunk. We combed through reviews of some supposed deals that, for…

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    The Best Cheap Luggage

    Ready to replace those worn, old bags? Although quality luggage does not come cheap, and you can spend hundreds of dollars for high-end pieces from the likes of Briggs &…

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    24 Weirdest Things We Found at the Dollar Store

    Don’t get us wrong: We’re huge fans of the dollar store, and we’ve written plenty about the best kinds of goodies you can get there on the cheap. But that…

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    13 Things That Are Cheaper at Aldi Than the Dollar Store

    Dollar stores are great for shoppers on the hunt for cheap goods, but they don’t always offer the best value. But in addition to offering a wider selection of goods,…

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    23 Items That Are Cheaper at Whole Foods

    When Amazon acquired notoriously expensive Whole Foods in 2017, it lowered prices to compete with traditional grocery stores like Kroger. Now prices have gone up on hundreds of items at…

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    Whole Foods Prices Beat Kroger When Amazon Took Over. What About Now?

    Amazon’s 2017 acquisition of Whole Foods caused a lot of buzz, especially among shoppers hopeful that the e-commerce giant would dramatically lower prices to compete with conventional grocers. A Cheapism…

  • Irving, Tx: Facade entrance of O’Reilly Auto Parts store cloud blue sky. An American retailer provides automotive aftermarket parts, tools, supplies, equipment, and accessories

    Cheapest Auto Parts Store: AutoZone vs. Advance Auto vs. O’Reilly vs. Napa

    Price Comparisons: Gas Cap, Wiper Blade, Headlight Bulb Cylinder Head Gasket, Spark Plug, O2 Sensor Code Reader, Fuel Pump Module, Alternator Oil, Oil Filter, Antifreeze Brake Pads & Rotor, Clutch…

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    30 Surprising Things You Can Buy From Costco and Sam’s Club

    Warehouse clubs such as Costco and Sam’s Club promise savings on everyday household items including paper goods, bulk food, electronics, and even prescription drugs. But there are also some truly…

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    “Airline Fees Comparison”

    In This Article: Change/Cancellation Fees Baggage Fees Pets and Unaccompanied Minors Which Airlines Charge for Bags? How to Avoid Paying for Extra Luggage Do Airlines Charge for Carry-ons? Which Airline…

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    The Best Deals at Target in February

    Holiday madness has died down, but that doesn’t mean stores are bereft of bargains. Target devotees will find discounts hiding out in a number of aisles, including deals on products…

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    The Best Cheap Treadmills

    If you want the convenience of working out in your own home — particularly during winter months — or if your knees can’t take the strain of pounding on pavement,…