Shopping
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Have a Few Bucks Left On a Gift Card? You’re Entitled to a Cash Refund in These States
Americans are holding billions of dollars in unused gift cards, vouchers, and store credits, with an average amount of $175 of unspent funds per person, according to a CreditCards.com survey. But thanks to a series of obscure state laws, consumers…
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Here’s Why Frugal Redditors Are Ditching Amazon Prime
For the first time in four years, Amazon raised the price of Prime in February, adding to the inflationary pressure consumers have felt since mid-2021. While there were a host of (now-defunct) workarounds to avoid the increase, some of the…
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Is Alkaline Water Good for You … or a Scam? We Asked Experts
Despite concerns about the environment, microplastics, and chemical leaching, the $40 billion bottled water market continues to grow. Part of that success is driven by the popularity of alkaline waters, which companies and celebrity boosters market as a convenience and health drink.…
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30 Things to Know Before Shopping at Aldi
Aldi, a budget grocery store with European roots, is a famous disruptor of the industry, mainly because its streamlined shopping experience and cost-saving measures translate into big price reductions on common items. It’s growing fast, too — faster than any…
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Useful Tips and Tricks For Buying a Car Online
Just a few years ago, buying a car — new or used — was a big deal, and usually meant multiple trips to dealerships followed by lengthy conversations to ensure you were getting the best deal. Today, you can buy…
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The Best Compact Cars To Buy This Year
Compact cars have been increasingly squeezed out of the market in favor of larger vehicles such as SUVs and trucks — yet the unpopular compact-car segment offers some of the most reliable vehicles you can buy. In addition to being…
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These Grocery Stores Are Open on Christmas Day
It feels like every holiday comes with a moment where you realize there’s just a few more things you need. While the biggest holiday of the year will see most…
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Raise a Glass to These 20 Sam’s Club Wines Under $20
The truth is, most of us probably don’t know an expensive wine from an inexpensive one. Here’s a big hack for the wine world: Buy what you like, skip what…
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Trader Joe’s Superfans Are Obsessed With the Store’s Wool Trivets and Wreaths
Trader Joe’s seasonal holiday goods have hit stores across the country, including a “12 days of scented candles” gift set, dark chocolate-covered gingerbread folk, and jingle-jangle pretzel twists. But TJ’s…
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New Amazon Gadget Can Make Anything Taste Like Cheetos
If you love licking neon orange Cheetos dust off your fingers, there’s a new Amazon gadget made just for you: the Cheetos Duster. Despite the name, it’s not a cleaning…
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States Where Thanksgiving Turkeys Are Cheapest (and Most Expensive)
Inflation is hitting Thanksgiving dinner tables hard this year with turkey prices reaching record highs in many states. And if you’re the chef in charge of preparing the spread, the…
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Frugal Redditors Share Their Money-Saving Black Friday Tips
Profit-hungry retailers pitch Black Friday as if it’s some rare fire sale that budget-conscious consumers can’t afford to miss. But the data show otherwise. According to a recent Reuters report,…
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How Curbside Grocery Pickup Can Save Money and Time, According to Redditors
Since the pandemic, retailers have introduced a wealth of delivery and pickup options for groceries, with many stores offering the service for free. Redditors recently discussed the merits of these…
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What Is DuckDuckGo and Is It Really As Good As Google?
Are you tired of Googling something and having ads pop up for that exact item for months afterward? It’s caused by most search engines keeping track of your online activity…
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States Where Homes Are Most Affordable
The housing market is in upheaval right now. Mortgage rates have hit a 20-year high, cooling the record demand that emerged during the pandemic, which pushed prices through the roof.…
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The Internet Is Obsessed With This Stylish Sam’s Club Bag
Sam’s Club has become an unlikely fashion favorite on TikTok after members discovered its Member’s Mark Weekender Travel Bag. Dozens of viral TikTokkers are touting the $50 tote as a…
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Outrageously Ugly Christmas Sweaters (Most for $40 or Less)
Hideous holiday sweaters have been such a cliche for so long that they’re actually now in vogue. Christmas parties (even those on Zoom) are a competition for who can wear…
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Victoria’s Secret Bra Fitting App Eliminates Awkward In-Person Sizing
If you’ve ever visited a Victoria’s Secret store, you may have been approached by an overzealous sales associate with measuring tape in hand offering to help you determine what size…
