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George Marks/istockphoto 20 Ways Going Out to Dinner Was Radically Different in the ’50s
Going out to dinner in the 1950s was an entirely different experience compared with today. Back then, diners had to adhere to a strict set of social norms and expectations that most people today would likely roll their eyes at. The era…
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LauriPatterson/istockphoto 16 Party-Perfect Easy Hawaiian Roll Sandwich Recipes
No one wants to assemble individual sandwiches for a big party. That’s where Hawaiian rolls come in — you know, those orange packages of sweet rolls that come in a paper tray. Because they’re all attached to each other, you…
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Drew Angerer/Getty Images / Alex Goodlett/Getty Images How Many Billionaires Do You Have in Your State?
The U.S. has more billionaires than any other country in the world with a record 813 throughout the 50 states and Washington D.C. While some states don’t have any billionaires at all — Alaska, Delaware, New Hampshire, New Mexico, North…
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Cheapism / iStock 12 Things Minimalists Never Buy — and You Shouldn’t Either
Minimalism is all the rage lately. It’s all about simplifying your life and home to make things feel less overwhelming and more manageable. Minimalists shy away from fluff and filler and stick to simplicity instead. There are plenty of things…
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PickPik / rez-art/istockphoto 55 Cheap and Easy Lunch Ideas to Recharge Your Day
Whether you’re eating at your desk at home or the break room at work, a good lunch can change the entire trajectory of your day. If you’re looking to keep it cheap, tasty, and healthy, you may want to make…
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Red, Blue and Green: U.S. Inflation Rates by President
Inflation is on everyone’s mind, and it’s going to play a big role in the upcoming presidential election as everyone feels the pain at the grocery store, in rent increases, and utility bills. How will inflation shake out depending on…
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Cheapism / James Devaney/GC Images/Getty Images / Monica Schipper/Getty Images Celebrities Who Live So Inexpensively You’d Think They Were Broke
Not all celebrities splurge on mansions and luxury cars. These thrifty stars manage their money wisely and live surprisingly modest lives.
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Joel Carillet/istockphoto The Best 4-Day Cruises Under $200 a Night
Think you can’t enjoy the luxury of a cruise while on a budget? Think again! These cruises are all under $200 a night and depart from all over the world.…
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Vadym Sirobaba/istockphoto 20 Incredible Things You Probably Didn’t Know You Can Do With Vinegar
If I had a penny for every time my mom solved one of my problems with vinegar — be it a fever, mosquito bite, or stubborn stain — I’d be…
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Cheapism / LanaStock/istockphoto / RossHelen/istockphoto 10 Low-Cost Home Renovation Ideas With the Biggest Payback
Sometimes, we could all use a change of scenery. This is especially true if you’ve lived in the same house for a long time and haven’t changed it. Unfortunately, some…
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Cheapism / Jenkins + Co. / Brooklyn Flea This Is the Best Flea Market in Every State
Treasure hunters know that retail gold can’t be found at the market — the real hauls are at their local flea market. Flea markets are rich with retro (and authentic) furniture,…
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USFWS / Flickr / SolStock/istockphoto 22 Classic Summer Activities That Kids (Sadly) Just Aren’t Doing These Days
“Bye, mom, I’m out,” was all it took on a summer day. You’d hop on your bike, annoy the grumpy neighbor with pranks, play any kind of ball, draw with…
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Juanmonino/istockphoto / Sviatlana Barchan/istockphoto 24 States That Hiked the Minimum Wage in 2024 (and One That’s Getting a Raise Soon)
From cost of living adjustments to legislative plans to reach a certain wage by a particular year, half of the U.S. states raised their minimum wages in 2024. And while…
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Cheapism / ©Willopix/istockphoto / zianlob/istockphoto 15 Absolutely Essential Items to Pack for Your Summer Road Trip
Embarking on a summer road trip can be an exhilarating experience, filled with the promise of new adventures and unforgettable memories. But while out on the open road, packing the…
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Cheapism / ©TripAdvisor / Bonanza Opal Mine The 20 Best Treasure-Hunting Spots in America
Explore the best treasure-hunting destinations in the U.S., from operating mines to state parks where you can keep your finds.
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Cheapism / Target / Amazon 34 Cheap Home Products That’ll Ease Your Stress
There are so many things causing stress in our world today — work, family, money, politics – that it can be challenging to sort out what can actually reduce your…
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Julie/TripAdvisor / Rory M./Yelp 24 Mouthwatering Dishes Worth Traveling For
Have you ever planned a trip around food? We certainly have. Experiencing a culture through their cuisine is one of the most exciting and interesting parts of exploring the world…
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Ellehem/Wikimedia Commons & Glass Blowing by Bentaylor13413 (CC BY-SA) & Cheapism Unforgettable Solo Trips for People Over 50
The travel bug can hit at any age, at any time. If it does in retirement and you find yourself itching to conquer an adventure, don’t wait around to find…
