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Cheapism / Josef Scaylea/CORBIS/Corbis via Getty Images / RgStudio/istockphoto How Movie Theaters Have Dramatically Changed Since You Were a Kid
Going to the movies is something that every generation can connect to, yet the experience has changed so much over the years that most people probably don’t remember it the same way. While most things have changed for the better,…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Expired Condiments, Dirty Lettuce, and Other Fast-Food Red Flags
While fast-food restaurants are hardly known for their customer service, one would at least expect them to maintain basic standards of cleanliness and food safety. After all, isn’t reliability and consistency what draws people to fast-food joints? But amid the myriad of…
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fstop123/istockphoto 7 Under-the-Radar Benefits That Veterans Might Not Know About
These hidden veteran benefits could save you money and unlock valuable perks many former service members overlook.
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From Tyler to Trump: Cheap American Presidents Throughout History
American presidents may all have their own philosophies on government spending, but they also have their own ways of handling money in their personal lives. In honor of Presidents Day, here are eight presidents (including the richest one) who have…
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Cheapism / Irina Velichkina/ClarkandCompany/Tuangtong/istockphoto 15 Things We’ve All Eaten That No One Wants to Admit
We’ve all done things we’re not proud of. But unlike ghosting your last girlfriend, eating weird, disgusting, or inedible things doesn’t hurt anything else but your pride — or maybe your gut. If you’ve ever eaten any of these gross…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Save Money With These 7 Costco Dupes of Wildly Expensive Products
Costco isn’t just good for saving money while buying in bulk. The wholesaler is also a treasure trove for cheaper dupes of pricey products, from water bottles to body butter. If you’re looking to save money while still feeling like a…
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Cheapism/MEDITERRANEAN/Helin Loik-Tomson/fcafotodigital/istockphoto These 10 Cheap Products Have Unexpected, Alternate Uses
The only better feeling than purchasing a new product at a great price is when you realize the product has more uses than meets the eye. If you’re lucky, sometimes…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 These Dessert ‘Salads’ Don’t Have a Single Vegetable in Them
What even defines a salad now, anyways? There are traditional, healthy salads made with leafy greens, but also pasta salads, chicken salads, and fruit salads. Who’s to say we can’t…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Never Leave the House Without These 10 Items
Amid the rush of busy days, it’s all too easy to overlook essential items before leaving home. Realizing you’ve forgotten something important — like your keys or wallet — when…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 10 Bonkers ‘I’m Outta Here’ Moments From New Employees
Sometimes it can be hard to notice the red flags at a company you’re interviewing with. The promise of a new job (and solid paycheck) can make us look past…
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Cheapism/Urupong/Ralf Hahn/istockphoto Technologies That Seemed Crazy But Are Now A Part Of Everyday Life
It seems like technologies across the board are only ramping up in terms of just how fast they continue to evolve. ChatGPT sprang on the scene on November 30, 2022,…
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Cheapism/Bing Image Creator 8 Things You Should Never Order at a Dive Bar
Look, we love dive bars. They’re rough around the edges, full of potentially cranky regulars, and they feel like a warm hug (from someone who hasn’t showered in a couple…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 10 of the Best Olive Oils Under $20, According to Customer Reviews
Let’s face it: Most of us have no idea how to pick out a good olive oil. There are so many brands, types, and countries of origin that understanding olive…
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Cheapism / bhofack2/margouillatphotos/LauriPatterson/istockphoto 14 Cheap and Delicious ’70s Recipes Due for a Comeback
American food in the 70s was filled with some truly horrifying creations, from jellied tuna aspic to ham-wrapped banana casserole. But it wasn’t all bad, and not all retro foods…
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mrdoomits/istockphoto 30+ Little-Known Facts About RVs
Even pre-pandemic, the RV industry was experiencing consistent growth. In the eight years leading up to 2017, sales expanded each year. What’s more, according to a 2022 economic study from…
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GitoTrevisan/istockphoto 21 Products to Keep in Your Car That Could Save Your Life
As millions of New Yorkers and other East Coast residents face a powerful nor’easter, it’s important to remember how ice and slush can make roads slippery, and how snow can…
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nenetus/shutterstock 18 Sexy and Romantic Valentine’s Day Recipes
Let’s face it, restaurants are not the place to be on Valentine’s Day. Marked-up fixed-price menus, large crowds, and backed-up kitchens are hardly the ingredients of romance. Instead, create an…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 13 Major Money Mistakes People Make When Getting Divorced
Going through a divorce is tough enough, not to mention emotionally and financially draining. During this tumultuous period, people often make mistakes that can have long-lasting effects on their financial…
