Shopping
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18 Ways Companies Use Your Data (Without Your Knowledge)
Whenever shoppers make a store purchase, order something online, or even return an item, their spending habits are tracked, and very often without their knowledge. Before you freak out, it’s not Big Brother monitoring you, and it’s not necessarily a…
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Footie PJs and 19 Other Kitschy Items Being Made for Harry and Meghan’s Wedding
Britain’s royals elicit endless fascination on both sides of the pond, so the marriage of Prince Harry and American actress Meghan Markle has just heightened the hoopla. Even if you think lavish royal weddings are an enormous waste of money,…
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10 Ways to Tame Frizzy Hair Without Salon Products
Hot weather, humidity, and shampooing too much can wreak havoc on hair, especially if it’s curly or wavy. Pricey salon products may prove tempting to anyone with out-of-control hair, but there are plenty of inexpensive hair products that can tame…
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The Best Boutique in Every State
Drive across America and you’ll see a whole lot of the same. Big-box stores, malls, and corporate outlets dot the shopping landscape from coast to coast. But the country’s true fashionistas know that bigger isn’t always better, and it’s still…
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“Lowe’s vs. Home Depot: Which Has Better Prices and Services?”
Do-it-yourself season is all about organizing the garage, doing something about your outdated kitchen, building a deck, or painting that dingy room. Whatever the project may be, chances are you’ll check the offerings at a home improvement giant like Home…
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Why April is the Best Month to Shop for Cleaning and Organization Supplies + 25 Deals
Spring is finally in the air, which means it’s time to throw open the windows, let in a crisp breeze, and get the house in order. April brings some tidy deals on home improvement products, a category that includes everything…
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15 Cheap and Free Fixes to Common Beauty Problems
Cosmetics and beauty items can cost thousands of dollars a year (even the ones you buy at a discount from Costco) if you’re not paying attention. We combed through some…
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12 Personal Care Products to Use – and 12 to Skip
There are plenty of cosmetics, toiletries, and other personal-care products out there that claim to help us look and feel our best. But which ones are worth the money, and…
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21 Skin Care Tips to Keep You Looking Young for Less
Laugh lines and crow’s feet add character to the face. But for some, they’re telltale signs of aging that prompt some consumers to sprint to the nearest skin care boutique…
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14 Best Cheap and Free Online Dating Sites and Apps
With the explosion of dating sites and apps, it seems like it would be easier than ever to leave the lonely hearts club behind. But looking for love online can…
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16 Things You’ll Use Every Day This Year
While there may be plenty of things you may want to purchase, the list of things that you actually need and will use every day this year is probably much…
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Crock-Pot to Google: 26 Trademarks That Are Now Everyday Terms
While author Mary Shelley never bothered to name the iconic monster in her book “Frankenstein,” most people refer to him — as well as the fictional doctor who created him…
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13 Delicious Pressure Cooker Recipes That Save Money and Time
Pressure cookers have long been a favorite in American kitchens, and sales are on the upswing again, due in no small part to the Instant Pot craze. Pressure cookers cut…
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11 Low-Cost Ways to Boost Your Mood
Spring isn’t even on the horizon, and winter may seem to drag drearily on forever in much of the country. Can’t get away to a sunnier spot? Here are some…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
