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CiydemImages/istockphoto Things You Should Never Clean With Disinfecting Wipes
When you buy disinfecting wipes, you may want to use them on almost everything. But don’t do it. On certain surfaces, disinfecting wipes can do a lot more harm than good. Save them for the hard, nonporous surfaces not on this…
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Anna Puzatykh/istockphoto Spring Cleaning 101: The Definitive Guide to a Tidy Home
It comes around every year: Spring cleaning, the (perhaps dreaded) annual tradition that involves deep cleaning and decluttering your home. But spring cleaning isn’t just about making your home look and smell fresh — it can offer significant benefits to your health…
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Emma McIntyre / Getty This Oscar Winner Wore a Tux He Thrifted From an Unclaimed Baggage Store
While most Oscar nominees wear expensive, designer duds to the awards show, “Everything Everywhere All at Once” co-writer and co-director Daniel Scheinert went in another, cheaper direction. He wore a tux he had bought from the Unclaimed Baggage store in Scottsboro, Alabama. …
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Uber Is Uber One Worth It? Here’s What We Discovered
As if ridesharing and food delivery apps weren’t enough of a money pit, companies like Uber have found another way for consumers to spend: premium memberships. The pitch is that these monthly and annual memberships will save you money in…
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Cheapism / Juanjo P. / Yelp / 마늘씨 / Yelp Our 8 Favorite Chipotle Secret Menu Hacks
As one of the fastest growing chains in America, Chipotle has made a name for itself serving healthier ingredients than your average fast-food joint. Every cheap fast-food chain is swirling in “secret” menu rumors, and the casual Mexican-style eatery is…
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VLG/istockphoto Inflation Continues To Bust Household Budgets
Annual inflation clocked in at 6% in February, a hair below January’s 6.4% rate, meeting analyst expectations. Even though inflation slowed overall, the consumer price index still rose 0.4% in February, according to the Labor Department, which means relief is…
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Drazen Zigic/istockphoto How To Save Money in College, According to Redditors
Most college graduates emerge from the university as debtors, their future earnings owned in part by lenders with strange names like A.M. Money and Funding U. And despite the already…
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mphillips007/istockphoto No Pension. No 401(k). How to Get by on Social Security
Most people heading into retirement aren’t worried about what to do with all that free time — instead, they’re wondering how they’ll afford it. Social Security benefits rose by 8.7% this…
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scyther5/istockphoto Things You Should Never Buy on Craigslist or eBay
The super low prices of shopping sites such as eBay and Craigslist can be tempting, and a lot of times there are truly great (even wacky) deals to be found.…
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designer491 / istockphoto Painless Ways to Grow Your Emergency Fund
Over the past years of pandemic and recession, too many of us learned that our emergency fund — if we had one — fell woefully short when needed. Others found…
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Walmart Is Your Dog at Risk? Vitamin A Pet Supplements Recalled for Sickening Dogs
If your dog has seemed lethargic lately and you’ve been giving it supplements, you may want to hold off on the next dose until you’re sure the product isn’t part…
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Aldi Aldi’s Hot New Merch Looks Like Brand Names, and It’s All Under $10
Aldi is dropping some new merch on its loyal customers, and besides being surprisingly stylish and inexpensive, many of the items look like they were inspired by clothing and accessories…
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AndreyPopov/istockphoto How Long You Have To Safely Eat Unrefrigerated Foods
We’ve all let perishable foods sit out a bit too long, then wondered what dishes or ingredients are still safe to eat. Luckily, there’s information on food safety available so you can…
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alexsl/istockphoto Is AliExpress Legit? Here’s Everything You Need To Know
Some have grown so comfortable with online shopping that they’re casting their eyes abroad to order for less. One of their main destinations: AliExpress, where U.S. customers can buy directly…
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Bruce Peter Morin/istockphoto The Right Way To Clean a Cast-Iron Skillet, According to Redditors
Cast-iron skillet users take their pans seriously, and rightfully so. A cast-iron pan that’s in good condition can last decades when taken care of, and can be passed down from…
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LIgorko/istockphoto How To Save Money on Flights Using Google’s Price Guarantee Program
Known for its user-friendly interface and extensive search options, Google Flights is one of the most popular platforms for searching and booking plane tickets. Users can search for flights based on specific…
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Cheapism / bhofack2, 4kodiak/istockphoto Decadent Meatless Casserole Recipes to Try Now
Meat doesn’t have to be the centerpiece of every dish, especially when it comes to casseroles. They’re already usually made with a glut of carbs, creamy sauces, and cheese, all…
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spxChrome/istockphoto 22 Classic Pie Recipes
While you could argue that there’s a dessert for every mood, we like to think pie is one of those sweet treats that can be enjoyed anytime, anyplace, by anyone,…