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Redditors Love These 10 Cheap Birthday Party Ideas
Though inflation continues to overstretch consumers’ budgets, there are still ways you can save money without compromising on things you and your family love to celebrate. If your kid has a birthday coming up and you’re stressing about how to make it…
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Walmart to Make Easter Dinner and Baskets More Affordable for Shoppers
Shoppers stressing over still-sky-high prices at the grocery store as they prepare to host Easter dinner might find a little sliver of relief if they do their shopping at Walmart. That’s because the retailer just announced it will offer Easter…
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Hallelujah! Egg-flation Has Cracked as Prices Drop to $3/Dozen or Less
After an eternity of massively inflated egg prices, the cost of a dozen eggs has finally dropped for the first time since September 2022, and people are thrilled that they don’t feel the need to take out a second mortgage…
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Rise and Shine and DIY: How to Make (a Cheaper) Coffee Creamer at Home
Coffee is a necessary morning crutch for people from all walks of life. And sometimes it seems like there is absolutely no affordable way to indulge in it, especially when you consider expensive coffee shop concoctions (I am fully convinced…
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Cheap Amazon Products That Make Your Home Look Expensive
We all want a more beautiful home, but when it comes to shelling out the cash to spruce things up, few of us are quite so eager. But whether you’re trying to sell your house quickly or just want a…
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Inflation Continues To Bust Household Budgets
Annual inflation clocked in at 6% in February, a hair below January’s 6.4% rate, meeting analyst expectations. Even though inflation slowed overall, the consumer price index still rose 0.4% in February, according to the Labor Department, which means relief is…
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Things You Should Never Buy on Craigslist or eBay
The super low prices of shopping sites such as eBay and Craigslist can be tempting, and a lot of times there are truly great (even wacky) deals to be found.…
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Is Your Dog at Risk? Vitamin A Pet Supplements Recalled for Sickening Dogs
If your dog has seemed lethargic lately and you’ve been giving it supplements, you may want to hold off on the next dose until you’re sure the product isn’t part…
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Aldi’s Hot New Merch Looks Like Brand Names, and It’s All Under $10
Aldi is dropping some new merch on its loyal customers, and besides being surprisingly stylish and inexpensive, many of the items look like they were inspired by clothing and accessories…
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How Long You Have To Safely Eat Unrefrigerated Foods
We’ve all let perishable foods sit out a bit too long, then wondered what dishes or ingredients are still safe to eat. Luckily, there’s information on food safety available so you can…
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Is AliExpress Legit? Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Some have grown so comfortable with online shopping that they’re casting their eyes abroad to order for less. One of their main destinations: AliExpress, where U.S. customers can buy directly…
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The Right Way To Clean a Cast-Iron Skillet, According to Redditors
Cast-iron skillet users take their pans seriously, and rightfully so. A cast-iron pan that’s in good condition can last decades when taken care of, and can be passed down from…
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Millions of Calico Critters Toys Recalled After 2 Child Choking Deaths
Epoch Everlasting Play, the maker of Calico Critters toys, has issued a recall of 3.2 million stuffed toy sets because they present a choking hazard to children. Since 2015, two…
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Getting Hitched? Here’s Where To Find Cheap Plus-Size Wedding Dresses
Tying the knot is one of life’s greatest joys, and everything from the venue to your wedding dress should be perfect — even if you’re having a micro-wedding. If you’re on…
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20 Things to Really Organize Your Overstuffed Garage
There are plenty of things you can buy to keep your house organized, but what about the garage? Often considered an afterthought when it comes to spring cleaning, the garage…
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Are Extended Warranties Worth It? Frugal Redditors Say No
Buying an extended warranty seems reasonable, even fiscally responsible. Who wouldn’t want to know that their expensive car or gadget is protected against freak accidents and random failures? But savvy…
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Should You Use Peeled Garlic? Here’s Why Redditors Are Divided
Cooking at home is often a balance between quality and convenience. Will jarred tomato sauce ever compare to Nonna’s homemade pasta pomodoro? Probably not. But since a jar of Rao’s…
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7 Things You Should Never Buy Used, According to Redditors
Whether you’re a penny-pinching miser, die-hard environmentalist, or staunch anti-consumerists, there are plenty of reasons to buy used. But sometimes buying someone’s hand-me-downs is even more expensive in the long…
