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15 Ways to Identify Fake and Useless Reviews
Whether they’re looking for a good restaurant or researching the best headphones, many people turn to online reviews. Trust in the masses is the mantra, and the average star rating can make or break a business. Perhaps it’s no surprise,…
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38 Things You Should Always Buy on the Cheap
It’s not easy being a consumer as brands try to dazzle buyers with useful-sounding features and aesthetic upgrades that often do nothing to improve a product’s actual functionality, but merely raise its price tag. To avoid spending more than is…
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25 Popular Stores That Could Soon Be Out of Business
Toys R Us is filing for bankruptcy, but it’s not alone as many national retailers are struggling to remain competitive in a modern marketplace increasingly dominated by online commerce. The Toys R Us filing, one of the largest in retail…
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How To Take Your Summer Wardrobe Into Fall
The changing of the seasons tempts all-out closet makeovers; however replacing a whole new wardrobe can be extremely pricey. Instead of bagging up all of your summer wear, pick out your favorite pieces to mix and match with new autumn…
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Target vs. Ikea Furnishing Throwdown
Ikea and Target are both known as home-makeover meccas. Boasting cheap prices and large selections, the two stores are incredibly popular for college dorms, millennial apartments, and budget-conscious family homes. So which store is actually the better bargain? We shopped…
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10 Tricks to Updating Your Wardrobe at the Thrift Store
Thrift store shopping has always been popular among frugal consumers, but in the past few years more people seem to be browsing. The hipster look and even pop culture moments such as the Grammy-winning “Thrift Shop” by Macklemore and Ryan…
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25 ‘Rosy’ Products for National Rose Month
Roses don’t have to be enjoyed a dozen at a time. In fact, the standby of 12 long stems can seem a little garden-variety — and they don’t last long.…
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8 Highly Rated Infrared Grills Under $400
Infrared grills offer a compromise for backyard cooks who want the precision temperature control of gas along with the high searing temperatures of charcoal. It does come at a price,…
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18 Places to Buy Glasses Online for Less
With the cost of new frames and lenses often reaching well into the triple digits, the prospect of buying prescription eyeglasses leaves many wearers quaking. Enter online providers, which have…
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10 Ways Shopping Local Can Save You Money
Today’s “buy local” movement persists in spite of the popularity of online shopping hubs. While it’s convenient to order everything including the kitchen sink from your computer or phone, there…
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Showstopping Red Carpet Looks You Can Wear for Less
Awards season has ended, but that doesn’t stop an obsession with the most stunning red carpet looks (especially for those who have prom coming up). From the Golden Globes to…
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Best Cheap Hotel Chains
The fear of staying somewhere uncomfortable or unclean tempts many frugal travelers to pay up for short-term lodging. But Cheapism’s close reading of scores of guest reviews found that the…
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11 Types of People Who Should Buy the Extended Warranty
An extended warranty might seem like a sensible insurance plan for products such as electronics and appliances, but the reality is, they’re usually not worth the money. Still, an extended…
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10 Cool, Creepy, and Cheap Halloween Makeup Tricks
It’s easy to overspend on an elaborate costume at Halloween. Instead of stocking up on specialized Halloween makeup at a pop-up costume shop, head to the drugstore — or to…
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12 DIY Hair Treatments to Refresh Your Locks for Fall
Summer inflicts damage from sun, salt, chlorine, and styling products, while the onset of winter can bring dry, dull hair. That makes fall a good time to add DIY hair…
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23 Fascinating Facts About Coupons
Couponing was once a straightforward exercise that required only a pair of scissors, but it’s no longer just about clipping from magazines and newspaper circulars. Mobile apps, websites, and even…
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Keep That Healthy Glow: 13 Tips for Prolonging Your Summer Tan
After dedicating hours by the pool or enjoying weekends at the beach, sunbathers want to preserve that vibrant glow as long as possible. Summer may be winding down, but that…
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Best Cheap Mosquito Traps
Nothing ruins a warm summer night like mosquitoes. If these whining pests are keeping you from enjoying your yard, a cheap mosquito trap can help. Mosquito traps range from small…
