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shironosov/istockphoto 15 Cities Where Home Prices Increased the Most in the Last 15 Years
A sad truth is that we live in a nation where homes are considered unaffordable in 99% of the country. There is no city immune to the shocking increase in home prices, but the last five years have been brutal.…
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zkruger/istockphoto I Tried Meatball Subs From 5 Popular Chains, and I Only Liked One of Them
There is nothing like a saucy, cheesy, meatball parm. Unfortunately, it’s not always possible to hit a great Italian deli and get the real, unadulterated thing, and every now and then, we need to settle for a chain restaurant. But…
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Xsandra/istockphoto Costco’s Food Court Has a New Drink (and We Don’t Mean Coke)
A stop at the food court to score a $1.50 hot dog combo or a slice of pepperoni pizza is a Costco shopping trip necessity. It’s a super cheap and filling meal that even the kids will love. Whenever there’s…
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Credit:Prostock-Studio/istockphoto / Cheapism FDA Updates Walmart Broccoli Recall to ‘Deadly’ Risk
Marketside Broccoli Florets sold at Walmart in 20 states are now under a Class I recall, the highest-risk level issued by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration, due to potential Listeria monocytogenes contamination. Here is everything you need to know.…
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Motortion/istockphoto These States Are the Best at Teaching Personal Finance to Students
With fewer Americans in pension plans, these states stand out for promoting strong financial literacy and personal finance education.
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Candice Bell/istockphoto 11 Unexpected Vanilla Ice Cream Toppings That Are Surprisingly Delicious
Vanilla ice cream may be a safe, if bland option, but all the magnificent ways you can dress it up are far from bland. This flavor is a canvas, and your pantry is your paintbrush. You may have plenty of…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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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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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…
