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    Best Cheap Sunglasses Under $35

    From convenience stores to mall kiosks, it’s easy to find an attractive pair of cheap sunglasses. But sunglasses are more than fashion accessories — they also protect the eyes from harmful ultraviolet rays. The National Eye Institute warns that long-term…

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    More Bang for the Buck: 11 Products That Hold Their Value Best

    Savvy consumers are always on the lookout for a good deal. But a low price doesn’t result in a smart buy if the product loses a substantial portion of its value once purchased. New cars are often cited as poor…

  • A Dozen Dynamite Daily Deals

    The days are heating up, and so are the deals. Today’s best online bargains include 50 percent to 75 percent off floating coolers, freezing water bottles, cozy hammocks, and stylish Adirondack chairs. Other sizzling sales include custom Macbook covers, two-for-one…

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    12 ‘Don’t Miss’ Daily Deals

    This roundup of great online deals include free feature-length films on Amazon Instant, buy-one, get-one Starbucks eGift cards, a killer Chromebook for less than $230, as well as deep discounts on products ranging from portable solar chargers to camping chairs…

  • 9 Summer Dress Styles for Less

    Dressing for summer is all about looking stylish and staying comfortable without spending a lot of money. Here are nine hot designer looks at surprisingly cool prices. THE LOOK: INFORMAL MAXI Maxi dresses priced in the triple digits fill the…

  • 13 Hot Designer Swimsuit Styles for Less

    When shopping for swimsuits, you might wonder why a few scraps of material from a luxury line can carry a sky-high price tag — especially when major retailers such as Target, Forever 21, and even Walmart sell fashionable swimwear for…

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    How to Avoid Long Lines at 14 Busy Places, From Costco to Disney

    Few things in life are as frustrating as dealing with crowds. Long lines clog up grocery stores, amusement parks, museums, and more, but there are ways to get around them…

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    12 Celebrities Who Shop at Walmart, Target, and Costco

    Big-box retailers offer low prices, convenient locations, and a wide variety of merchandise. So perhaps it’s no wonder that people from all walks of life frequent the stores, no matter…

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    Best Cheap Tortilla Chips

    Unlike some other foods, tortilla chips seem to deliver rich rewards to frugal consumers. The current zeitgeist considers high-end, restaurant-style tortilla chips to be the best. But both our own…

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    Best Cheap Salsa

    Salsa and chips — the dynamic duo of snack foods. Whether you’re watching sports, enjoying family movie night, or stocking up to binge a new season of a favorite show,…

  • Sustainable, Affordable Deals to Celebrate Earth Day 2016

    Earth Day is celebrated once a year, but these seven deals will sustain the greenest endeavors throughout the year. From decorative rain barrels to bamboo storage and a great deal…

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    9 Home Organization Deals to Kick-Start Spring Cleaning In the House

    Clear out the clutter and swing into spring with a collection of home organization deals to tackle every room in the house. From slim storage solutions that make the most…

  • 7 Deals to Celebrate World Health Day

    To honor World Health Day — that’s today — we’ve assembled a collection of deals designed to keep people on target whether they’re counting calories or ticking off the miles…

  • 10 Secrets to Selfie-Worthy Prom Attire for Less

    From tickets, flowers, and pictures to limo rental, food, and after-parties, average spending for prom night was estimated at nearly $1,000 last year, according to a Visa survey. The lion’s…

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    Nine Terrific Deals to Deal with April Showers (While Waiting for May Flowers)

    Slosh into spring with deals to keep the precipitation at bay — or better yet, put it to good use.  From rain barrels to harness a downpour for another day…

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    Best Cheap Beer

    Over the past several years, scores of new varieties of beer have flooded the shelves, with the marketplace becoming both wider and more specialized. Craft beers are competing head-to-head with…

  • Prepping for Prom on a Budget

    Prom is supposed to be a night for creating lasting memories, not a lasting dent in your wallet. Last year families with teenagers spent nearly $1,000 on that magical night,…

  • Is an Ikea Kitchen Cheap Enough to Be Worth the Hassle?

    The average kitchen remodel costs about $20,000, according to HomeAdvisor, although costs vary considerably based on location, square footage, extent of the project, quality of materials, and who does the…