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PottyPillow Do You Need a Potty Pillow? We Won’t Judge (Yes, We Will)
Have you ever sat down on the toilet and thought to yourself, “Gosh, this would be so much more comfortable with a pillow?” Neither have we. So we were extremely fascinated to see that the world’s first luxury toilet pillow…
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groveb/istockphoto Which States Care the Most About Its Lawns? The Answer Might Surprise You
Spring is springing, and that means a lot of people are getting outdoors and, in some cases, tending to a lawn. But not everyone in every state is willing to do battle with weeds and bugs and fertilizer. Business-building website…
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Sundry Photography/istockphoto Buyer Beware: The Least Reliable Cars You Can Buy Now
Everyone wants a reliable vehicle. Unfortunately, even big-name companies have cars that are known for having consistent problems. If you want to avoid a headache, here are the vehicles you may want to think twice about, according to Consumer Reports.…
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jamesteohart/istockphoto This Is Why Many Gen Zers Refuse to Apply for a Job
Zoomers have a bad rap when it comes to work ethic, especially if you ask a Boomer. But a recent study found that there’s one key factor that will make young people completely pass up a job posting, and it’s…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism Let’s Talk About Costco’s New Confetti Cookies
Cheapism staffers Jenn Magid and Lacey Muszynski got their hands on Costco’s newest bakery sensation, confetti cookies. Are they worth the hype? Here’s what they had to say about it. (Be sure to see what they had to say about…
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Canoe Bay Escape Village Living Small: Charming Tiny Home Communities Across America
If social and economic anxieties have you thinking about the ultimate in lifestyle downsizing, you are not alone. The disruption of the pandemic had many wanting to spend less, own less, and worry less, leading to renewed interest in the…
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Brett_Hondow/istockphoto From Chicken Strips to Sandwiches, Here Are All the Sonic Chicken Dishes, Ranked
If you’re a fan of Sonic Drive-In, it’s probably not because of the burgers. Sorry to take such a hard swing right off the bat, but we need to start…
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Caiaimage/Paul Bradbury/istockphoto Is Travel Insurance Worth It? Here’s What the Experts Want You To Know
When it comes to vacationing, are you the carefree one that goes with the flow, blissfully unaware of everything? Or are you the planner that worries and obsesses over every…
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Chick-fil-A I Tried To Make a Healthier Chick-fil-A Frosted Lemonade, and It Was Not Fooling Anyone
Does anyone not love an ice cold lemonade to quench your thirst on a hot summer’s day? What about a frozen lemonade? Even better: What about Chick-fil-A’s frosted lemonade? If,…
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Amazon These Affordable High School Graduation Gifts Earn an A+
High school graduation is always an exciting time for students (and their parents). Why not get the teen in your life something to celebrate the occasion? Before your graduate heads…
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Milko/istockphoto Hindsight Is 20/20: 9 Frugal Tips Redditors Wish They’d Followed in Their 20s
Even if you’re aimlessly moving from job to job in your 20s, you have something valuable that late-career professionals don’t: time. Good choices you make now will pay dividends, and…
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Jonathan Weiss / shutterstock ‘Taco Bell at Their Peak!’: 20-Year-Old Menu Sparks Serious Nostalgia on Reddit
Someone posted a picture of an old Taco Bell menu board on Reddit, and hoo boy, it’s stirring up some feelings. The menu is from 2003, which brings up the…
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Lacey Muszynski / Cheapism Should You Buy a Pink Pineapple or Just Light a $10 Bill on Fire? The Choice Is Yours
New, exotic fruits are popping up in grocery stores all over the U.S., giving boring old apples and bananas a run for their money. I ran across the latest debutante,…
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Hannelore Foerster/Getty Images Golden Goodbyes: CEOs Who Scored Massive Payouts Despite Being Fired
Getting fired is rarely a rewarding event, and for many, being jobless can be financially devastating. But for these CEOs, getting fired paid off in a big way, bringing in…
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Cheapism Moldy Baked Goods From Costco Infuriate Shoppers — But Redditors Say This Trick Keeps Them Fresh
There are plenty of reasons to adore Costco: a food court that slings pizza slices bigger than your head and offers the best deal on the planet for a hot-dog-soft-drink…
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Cheapism / Michel F., Cindy M./Yelp Sweet Spots: Classic Soda Fountains That Will Make You Feel Like a Kid Again
With a long history dating back to the early 19th century, soda fountains have long been stylishly appointed destinations that attracted all ages, whether it was for a refreshingly carbonated…
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ljubaphoto/istockphoto Swiffer Sweeper? More Like Swiffer Cheaper With These Sustainable Refill Hacks
Swiffer owes its success to a “razor and blades” business model. First, they hook you with a low-priced mop, and soon enough, you’re stuck buying pricey refills for the lifespan…
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Yobro10/istockphoto Drive-Thru Etiquette: Should Kids Be Allowed to Order For Themselves? Many Say — Emphatically — No
We’ve all heard the phrase, “That’s a face only a mother can love,” right? Well, it’s widely applicable to other situations in motherhood, too. What Mom might think is adorable,…
