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    Here’s How the Price of Christmas Trees Has Changed Over the Years

    There’s nothing like the smell of a spruce in your living room to make your home feel like the holiday season has arrived. The constant vacuuming of pine needles keeps you on your toes, too! Yet in a world where…

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    Need a Last-Minute Gift? Consider Some Kringles

    Here’s the main thing I have to say about kringles: If you know, you know (and if you don’t, we’ll explain it on the next slide). This is the tippy-top tier of pastries if you ask me.  You might have…

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    5 Common Scams People Really, Really Need To Stop Buying Into

    With the wealth of knowledge available at our fingertips, it’s a true shame that so many of us still fall prey to all kinds of elaborate scams. And we’re not talking about a one-off, “I got scammed, but learned my…

  • Ikea employee Joseph Roth adjusts a kitchen display ahead of the grand opening of the new Ikea home furnishings store on July 26, 2011 in Centennial, Colorado.

    I Shopped at Ikea for the First Time and Here’s What Happened

    Yes, yes — I am beyond late to the Ikea party. But now I can proudly say I took my expectations (being overwhelmed, finding a stark warehouse setting, and tasting Swedish meatballs) to the nearest location of the Swedish-founded company.…

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    10 Things You Should Never Buy Used

    While buying pre-owned items can be a great way to cut costs and promote sustainability, there are some items where the downsides far outweigh the potential savings. Buying certain items used can pose risks to your health, safety, and overall well-being. For…

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    Here’s How Long You Can Safely Eat Your Holiday Leftovers

    With the holiday season in full bloom, the trees trimmed, and the dangerously enticing smell of cookies and sweets filling the air, it’s time to start thinking about how you’re going to make the most out of your holiday leftovers. …