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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 which products are ripe for the picking and which discounts…
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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 family, many first-time parents feel overwhelmed by the sheer cost…
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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 exclusivity, because owning a one-of-a-kind thing — say, the “Mona…
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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 once required 50 “stars” to redeem a free coffee, customers…
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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 bring at the last minute.) If you’re anything like me…
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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…
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FRANKHILDEBRAND/istockphoto Winter Is the Best Time To Spot Bald Eagles. Here’s Where To Look in Each State
The bald eagle is the comeback kid of the conservation world, soaring back in numbers after spending decades in danger of extinction. “Bald eagles are powerful symbols of resilience,” says…
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Cheapism House Slippers to Keep You Cozy This Winter
Between plunging temps and everyone spending so much more time at home, a comfy, sturdy, warm pair of slippers is pretty much a must-have. Haven’t invested in a pair yet…
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Barcin/istockphoto 31 Good Habits You Should Start on New Year’s Day
Sure, everyone says they’re ready for a total reset every Jan. 1, but there are indeed many personal habits that you can improve easily — and often for free. These…
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Courtesy of HBO The Most Fashionable TV Shows of 2022
We may watch Netflix to chill, but it’s often the costumes on a series that draw us in as much as the plot. That’s what Boohoo, a fashion website, found when…
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Trader Joe’s The Best Trader Joe’s Products To Cook in Your Air Fryer
Even though it’s been years since air fryers hit the mainstream, home chefs continue to rave about their ability perfectly bake, fry, and broil everything from cheesecake to orange chicken. Thanks to…
