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  • We Tried 19 Kinds of Beef Jerky and These Are the Best (And Worst)

    Beef jerky is odd. Like a lot of other dried food, it thrives as a snack, and when you’re in the snack game the competition is fierce. There are so many brands, so many logos, so many flavors! You may…

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    I’m a Coffee Snob. This Cheap Coffee Is the Best, IMHO

    Life is too short to drink cheap coffee. That’s my philosophy — or was until the economy tanked, groceries  prices skyrocketed, and my favorite coffee shops closed down. In an effort to satisfy both my caffeine craving and a newfound…

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    The Aldi Family Feud And Its Connection to Trader Joe’s

    From Rubble to Riches On the heels of World War II, brothers Karl and Theo Albrecht returned to their war-torn hometown Essen, Germany, and transformed their mother’s corner store into a multinational grocery empire. They called it Aldi, short for…

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    The Best American-Made Watches

    Two countries come to mind when people think of watches: Switzerland and Japan. But the United States has a notable watchmaking history, too, with early companies like the Waltham Watch Co. and the Elgin National Watch Co. selling hundreds of thousands…

  • We Tried 9 Canned Biscuits — This Is the Best

    Biscuits are notoriously hard to make. Most people go years struggling through highs and lows to perfect a biscuit recipe, but there isn’t always a need for that. The best canned biscuits are beyond easy to make and can be…

  • Dartmouth, Canada - January 10, 2021 - New model Honda Civic sedan at a dealership.

    The Vehicles Most Likely to be Stolen

    Is your car more likely than others to disappear? Possibly — if you drive one of the cars on this list, at least. The National Insurance Crime Bureau crunched the most recent data (from 2023) on the cars that are…

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    20 Things You Probably Didn’t Know About Costco

    Costco seems to have a magnetic pull for shoppers and business experts around the world. For those who study retail, analysis of the company’s strategy has become something of a cottage…

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    Walmart-Exclusive Bike Helmet Recalled Due to Head Injury Risk

    Walmart customers who purchased a Tony Hawk Silver Metallic multi-purpose helmet have been warned to stop using it immediately. The Walmart-exclusive helmet is being recalled because it doesn’t comply with…

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    The Best Places to Buy Plus-Size Swimsuits Online

    In This Article: Swimsuits For All Penningtons ModCloth Torrid Meet.Curve Alexiss Swimwear Where to Buy Plus-Size Swimsuits While plus-size clothing has been around since the 1920s, it was only recently…

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    The Best Countertop Ice Makers at Every Price Point

    Before the days of freon and Frigidaire, American refrigeration was powered by ice. Across the coldest regions of North America, harvesters would clean, measure, and carve the frozen gold out…

  • Florence - Circa July 2020: Costco Wholesale Location. Costco Wholesale is a Multi-Billion Dollar Global Retailer.

    Costco Products For the Best Summer Ever

    With its rave-worthy deals, Costco is a fantastic place to shop year-round, but with its seasonal items, you can really ramp up the summer fun. Whether looking to hang outside…

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    Easy Ways to Keep Up With the Kardashians for Less

    This famous family isn’t going anywhere, between their constant presence online, their business ventures, and their show on Hulu.  If you dream of a life like Kim, Kylie, Khloe, and the…

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    4 Things to Know Before Using the Costco Car Wash

    Costco Wholesale is known for its bargain prices, bulk products, inflation-proof hotdogs, and cheap gas. But did you know the warehouse retailer also offers affordable car washes? If the answer…

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    Furniture Brands That Are Made in America

    Brands in This Article: Artifox Maiden Home Roger + Chris Simplicity Sofas Modernica Stickley Vermont Woods Studios Vaughan-Bassett BenchMade Modern Furniture of America Made in America and Made to Last…

  • Markham, Toronto, Canada - October 30, 2018: Costco store in Markham. Costco is an American multinational corporation which operates a chain of membership-only warehouse clubs.

    Costco Brand Products to Avoid, According to Shoppers

    Costco is great for bulk buying, and customers can be fanatically loyal to products such as Kirkland Scotch whisky or the store’s signature balsamic vinegar. But devoted Costco shoppers know…

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    The Most Expensive Items Our Readers Have Bought on Amazon

    Just because you’re a loyal Cheapism reader doesn’t mean that you’re, well, cheap. You just know a bargain when you see one, even if it’s an expensive item on Amazon.…

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    The Best Summer Treats at Trader Joe’s

    As any Trader Joe’s fan knows, each turn in the weather ushers in a new array of seasonal goodies. Summer is no exception, and shoppers who keep their eyes peeled…

  • A Costco Wholesale store in West Palm Beach, Florida, USA. Costco is a combined department store and supermarket that sells in bulk and requires a club membership to shop. Customers are visible at the store entrance and cars are in the parking lot.

    Best Outdoor Gear for Summer at Costco

    Summer’s scorching temperatures may make an afternoon at an air-conditioned Costco sound tempting, indeed — especially now that free samples are back. But during your quest for rotisserie chickens and…