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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism VooDoo, Cinnamon Toast Crunch, and Other Odd Seasonings You’ll Want to Try
Feeling like you want to switch things up when it comes to your standard seasoning blend? Sick of everything bagel? Bored of Old Bay? Lucky for you, many big brands have gotten in on the seasoning game, so your options…
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FG Trade/istockphoto 13 Delicious Leftover Ham Recipes
So you overdid it a bit for Christmas — turns out you needed only one honey-baked ham this year, not three. The good news is, there’s a ton of things you can do with that leftover pork, so stock what you can…
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Mario Tama/Getty Here’s Why Travelers Praise Costco’s ‘Phenomenal’ Vacation Packages
With Costco’s long list of benefits, it’s easy to forget about the membership’s little-known perks. Costco Travel is one valuable but ultimately overlooked service, which offers great deals on travel packages — all backed by the company’s excellent customer service.…
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slobo/istockphoto 9 Memberships That Actually Save You Money, According to Redditors
The average American is drowning in subscriptions. In fact, more than half of people underestimate the cost of their monthly subscription bill by at least $100, according to a recent survey commissioned by C+R Research. Eliminating these small-but-pernicious fees is simple:…
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Ryzhkov/istockphoto The Most Delicious ‘Dirty Sodas’ You Can Make at Home
If there’s something that Mormons and voracious TikTokers have in common, it’s their love and appreciation of “dirty sodas.” These non-alcoholic mixed soda drinks — which are typically spiked with flavored syrups, heavy cream, and other ingredients — have surged…
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Cheapism Sam’s Club vs Costco: Who Has the Best Bakery?
In This Article: Taste Test Selection Prices The Verdict Frequently Asked Questions Shoppers are crazy about Costco’s bakery section. If you think I’m exaggerating, take a look at the hype around Costco’s pumpkin pie. They “count down the days” till its arrival, and when…
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payphoto/istockphoto What You Should and Should Not Buy in January
Have you overspent on Christmas presents? Are holiday gift cards burning a hole in your pocket? Either way, you can kick off the new year with frugal finesse by knowing…
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Ridofranz/istockphoto 7 Frugal Tips for First-Time Parents on a Budget
According to a NerdWallet analysis, a household that makes $40,000 can expect to pay as much as $21,248 for the child’s first year. So alongside the joys of starting a…
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Andrés Reisinger The Weirdest NFTs That People Have Bought
Just understanding the “non-fungible token” is difficult, even for the tech savvy, but that doesn’t keep NFTs from selling for millions of dollars. Their purpose, after all, is to manufacture…
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martinrlee/istockphoto Starbucks Announces Major Changes to Its Rewards Program — And Fans Aren’t Happy
In its first major change to its rewards program in three years, Starbucks is making it more difficult to earn freebies like free coffee and merchandise. While the rewards program…
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svetikd/istockphoto Decadent and Easy New Year’s Eve Appetizers
You’re the one hosting this year, aren’t you? If so, it’s time to start getting the menu together. (Or maybe you’re a guest and need to throw something together to…
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Stockah/istockphoto 7 Clever Uses For Cheap Vodka (Besides Drinking It)
A cheap, plastic bottle of vodka that’s been gathering dust for the past few years isn’t exactly appealing. But that bottle of American Plains or Popov doesn’t have to go…
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FabioBalbi/istockphoto TikTok’s Latest Snack Food Trend? Caviar-Covered Doritos
Caviar, those small, black pearls of cured roe, were once considered an indulgence of the ultra-wealthy. But in a case study of influencer marketing, one TikTokker has transformed the delicacy…
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OntheRunPhoto/istockphoto Southwest Travelers And Employees Angrily Slam Airline Online After Mass Cancellations
In what travelers are calling a “Christmas nightmare,” Southwest Airlines canceled more than 60% of its flights on Tuesday, stranding thousands as winter storms continue to disrupt air travel across…
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NickyLloyd/istockphoto Is Airbnb Safe? 9 Safety Tips Every Traveler Should Know
The promise of the sharing economy is that anyone can transform their car, summer house, or guest room into a lucrative business. But that peer-to-peer model comes with its own…
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Cheapism / Volkner / Marchi Mobile / EarthRoamer The Most Outrageous Luxury RVs Money Can Buy
With price tags that rival homes in exclusive neighborhoods and interior furnishings and amenities to match, today’s luxury recreational vehicles are sophisticated mini-mansions on wheels. Travelers with millions of dollars…
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Hispanolistic/istockphoto These 19 Things Could Be Gone From Hotels Forever
The hotel industry has gone through quite a bit of upheaval in the past couple of years, and as things start to normalize, the new normal for many hotels is…
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Juanmonino/istockphoto Unusual Kit Kat Flavors You’ll Actually Want to Try
Kit Kat has been known to roll out over 300 flavors in its time, and though most of them are only available in other countries, there is still a staggering…