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Grigorev_Vladimir/istockphoto 17 Easy DIY Projects That Save Real Money
It’s no secret that it’s always easier to “just call somebody,” but for many home maintenance issues, it may be cheaper to do it yourself. While there are certainly some more complicated repairs and tasks best left to the pros,…
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Halfpoint/istockphoto 27 Signs You’re Too Frugal
No one wants to end up short on funds in their golden years and be forced to scrimp and save, but sometimes being frugal errs on the side of being … well, let’s just say, a bit obsessive. You’ve likely…
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Juanmonino / istockphoto Every Panda Express Dish, Ranked
The first thing you notice when you step into a Panda Express is the aroma, bold and in your face. If you’re lucky enough to get in line without much of a wait, you might find yourself suddenly panic-stricken. What’s…
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Tom Kelley Archive/istockphoto 11 Once-Essential Job Skills That Are Now Obsolete
The workforce is always evolving, and it’s nothing new. Just like there is no longer a demand for human alarms or rat catchers — which once was a thing — certain skills like “proficient in fax machines” or “excellent at…
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ANGELA WEISS/Getty Images CVS Will Allow Customers to Unlock Those Anti-Theft Product Cases, But There’s a Catch
If you ever shop at pharmacies, you’ve definitely run into shelves that are more like lockboxes. Stores install locking systems like these to deter theft of high-priced items like razors and baby formula. While understandable, they’re infuriating as a shopper,…
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Kseniia Soloveva/istockphoto Vegetarian? Gluten-Free? Here’s How Much Your Diet Affects Your Grocery Prices
If you’ve ever thought about changing your eating habits, there’s more than just the practice of eating differently to keep in mind. To shop on a certain type of diet can be a good or bad thing for your wallet,…
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JackF/istockphoto 14 Easy Comfort Food Recipes For Cold Days
The dead of winter calls for meals that are hearty and comforting. In an ideal world, you would have all day to simmer a stew or braise some beef, but…
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Ekaterina79/istockphoto / Cheapism FDA Upgrades Lay’s Classic Chips Recall to Deadliest Classification
A Class I recall, the Food and Drug Administration’s highest risk level, has been issued for more than six thousand bags of Lay’s Classic Potato Chips. The FDA issued the…
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M-Production/istockphoto 18 Things You Should Never Do in the Shower
A hot shower is such a sacred part of our daily routine that many of us tend to lather up on autopilot, even if just to relax. But that doesn’t…
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andresr/istockphoto 13 Easy Ways to Redecorate Your Home Without Spending a Fortune
Decorating your home shouldn’t require you to take out a second mortgage on your home! With these budget-friendly decorating ideas, you’ll save money while making your house look like a…
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Olga Drach/istockphoto Public Health Alert: Frozen Chicken Nuggets May Contain ‘Bone Fragments’
Chicken nuggets are a freezer staple. They’re an easy snack or part of a meal that takes almost no effort, something parents especially appreciate. But the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
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slobo/istockphoto This State Has the Most Costco Warehouses — By Far
Costco is a $242 billion retail machine built on bulk deals, cheap hot dogs, rotisserie chickens, and membership fees that print money. Founded in Seattle in 1983, it has grown…
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dragana991/istockphoto The Most Popular Grocery Store in America Is Not What You’d Think
Grocery shopping is an errand that can either make or break your day — especially depending on which store you go to. While some stores make the experience smooth, others…
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Prostock-Studio/istockphoto 9 Foods That Smell Awful but Taste Amazing
Our sense of smell is the oldest of the five senses and was fine-tuned for survival — it evolved to keep us from walking into danger or eating spoiled food. …
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rebeccafondren/istockphoto 26 Eateries That Are Famous for One Amazing Dish
A single dish can soar over all others in popularity at a restaurant — maybe because it’s just amazing, maybe because the restaurant invented it, or maybe because it’s a…
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Trader Joe’s 6 Trader Joe’s Product Changes That Fans Actually Like
When Trader Joe’s reformulates its products, the changes are almost sure to be met with outrage. Trader Joe’s superfans, like most people, just don’t like change, which is why it’s…
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standret/istockphoto 12 Expert Tips to Maximize Airline Miles for Free Flights
Blackout dates? Confusing fine print? Don’t get overwhelmed by your airline miles program. These tips will help you master the art of leveraging your airline miles so you spend less…
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Ford Motor Company Ford Recalls More Than 272K Vehicles For Potential Battery Failure
Ford is in trouble, having issued a recall for 272,827 vehicles due to some serious battery problems. This comes just after Ford paid $165 million in federal penalties for delays in recalls. What…
