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Five Guys / Yelp Here’s What To Order From the Five Guys Secret Menu
Folks, just about every chain has secret menu items these days. Five Guys — the Washington, D.C.–born burger chain — is no exception. From grilled cheese customizations and hot dog variations, here are the Five Guys menu hacks that you need…
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Nestle USA / Cheapism Recall Alert: Stouffer’s Lasagna, Lean Cuisine Frozen Meals May Contain Wood
Frozen meals are convenient for a quick lunch or dinner. But it’s time to check your freezer because a number of popular meals were just recalled by their manufacturer Nestle USA. Here’s everything you need to know about the latest…
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valentinrussanov/istockphoto 10 Best (and Worst) Cities for Home Ownership
When you’re trying to buy a house, there’s one thing that matters almost more than anything: location. Where you live affects how much you’ll pay, what kind of home you can find, and how easy it is to become a…
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mixetto/istockphoto Cheap Alternatives for Things That Are Too Expensive These Days
The occasional splurge is a beautiful and necessary part of life, but there are so many temptations out there in this world of ours, eh? It turns out that there are so many ways to get around spending a lot…
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jetcityimage/istockphoto Dollar General Closing Almost 150 Stores Soon
Over 20,000 Dollar General Stores operate across the country, providing a place to get inexpensive housewares and groceries. But soon that number will shrink by nearly 150 locations, according to financial information released by the company. Here’s what we know…
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Tzido/istockphoto The Cheapest U.S. Airports to Use For Your Next Flight
The average price of an airline ticket is $365.64, according to data from the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. That’s a serious blow to the wallet. While most people spend time comparing airlines to find the best ticket prices, comparing airports…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism This McDonald’s in the U.S. Sells International Menu Items — And I Tried Them All
Want to try the Masala McShaker Fries or 280 Dijon Burger? We review the international items available at the McDonald’s Global Menu in Chicago.
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JHVEPhoto/istockphoto Joann Gift Card Holders Are Out of Luck as Stores Go Out of Business
What do you do when a company goes out of business, but you have a gift card for it? Well, as Joann gift card holders are finding out, you’re often…
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Andrii Iemelyanenko/istockphoto 6 Places in Your Home Where You Lose the Most Heat
When days are cold, staying warm inside sounds perfect — but heat follows the laws of thermodynamics, not your wishes. It naturally moves toward cooler areas, slipping out through hidden…
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margouillatphotos/istockphoto The Top 25 Best Cities For Budget Travelers
Looking to travel more in 2025, but feel like it’s too expensive? We’re with you on that one. There are places you can travel for cheap, though. A recent study…
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©TripAdvisor / Federico G 16 Classic Irish Recipes That Are Delicious All Year Long
From bangers and mash to corned beef and cabbage, here are 16 classic Irish recipes perfect for any time of the year.
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Cheapism Smooth and Affordable Whiskeys That Deserve Sipping
A spot of whiskey can put you in high spirits for the weekend or add warmth to a chilly night, but there’s no need to spend big money on a…
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WaraJenny/istockphoto Guinness Cake and Other Delicious Recipes to Make With Irish Stout
As one of the most recognizable beer brands in the world, Guinness can be found flowing from taps at restaurants, hole-in-the-wall bars, and even upscale cocktail bars. But what about…
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fcafotodigital/istockphoto 16 Things in Your Fridge to Toss Immediately
With grocery prices still climbing, Americans are paying closer attention to keeping fresh food in the fridge and discarding spoiled items. Understanding product labels helps consumers determine if a product is…
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Dobrila Vignjevic/iStock 8 Restaurant Etiquette Mistakes You Should Never Make
Don’t dine out much? Hate spending money at restaurants? Been too worried to go back to a restaurant since the pandemic? There are plenty of reasons you may not remember…
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Allard1/istockphoto 23 Surprising Things You Didn’t Know About McDonald’s
There’s no fast-food joint quite as dominant as McDonald’s, which has become not just a staple of cheap eats, but a pop-culture touchstone over the past several decades. But how…
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Deagreez/istockphoto The Top 10 Most Financially Irresponsible States
Sure, you’re doing a great job living a frugal lifestyle, but what about the rest of your state? Are you the lone soldier fighting the good fight, or is your…
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DaveAlan/istockphoto Southwest Airlines Is Ditching Free Checked Bags
There have been a lot of changes and shakeups with Southwest Airlines these days, and the newest one is one of the most shocking yet. For the first time in…
