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Phiromya Intawongpan/istockphoto Beware the TikTok ‘Deinfluencer’ Who’s Still Shilling Stuff
A new trend on TikTok seems like a great step toward decommercializing social media, but in perhaps the least surprising move ever, it’s been co-opted by people trying to sell you things. TikTok and other social media platforms are full…
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robcocquyt/istockphoto Thinking About Buying an RV? Read This First
If this is the year you’re finally going to realize your dream of buying an RV, congratulations — few things can compete in terms of freedom and adventure. But instead of looking at an RV as your ticket to chasing…
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ijeab/istockphoto 30 Ways Your Employer Could Be Cheating You
Ideally, an employee does a job and an employer pays them for their work. But employers frequently want more of a worker’s time for the same amount of money or less, and some will go to any length to minimize…
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AsiaVision/istockphoto How To Earn Free Stuff Through Microsoft Rewards
Unless you’re a Bill Gates superfan, it’s probably been a while since you fired up Microsoft Edge, Bing, or any of the company’s lesser-known products. But the Washington-based tech giant wants that to change with incentives like its Microsoft Rewards program,…
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Althom/istockphoto Why You Can Soon Have More Faith in ‘Made in the USA’ Meat Labels
“Made in the USA” labels on meat products will soon become clearer for consumers looking to put foods produced in the U.S. in their grocery carts under a proposed rule by the Biden administration. The rule change requires all meat,…
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RossHelen/istockphoto The Most Annoying Instacart Shopping Fails, According to Redditors
Like many others, I started my Instacart habit during the early days of the pandemic. Since then, I’ve continued to use grocery delivery for the sheer convenience factor of it being delivered to my door. But is it really convenient…
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Wolterk/istockphoto 14 Dishes To Try From the Chick-fil-A Secret Menu
There are a lot of things to say about the Chick-fil-A organization, many of them bad, but one thing is certain: People love that place. Despite some famously intolerant remarks and…
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Moyo Studio/istockphoto 30 Handy Products to Refresh Your Home This Spring
Spring is near, and it’s time to throw open those windows, let in some fresh air, and get your house in order. We’ve rounded up inexpensive essentials that will come…
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Phone-Service-Centre/istockphoto What Does Refurbished Mean — and Is It Worth It?
While perusing Amazon or eBay, you might come across a product that’s labeled as refurbished. Apart from a cheaper price tag, the item will look more or less the same.…
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Pekic/istockphoto How to Deal With Debt Collectors, According to Experts
Dealing with debt collectors can be intimidating. It is important to understand the rights of both debtors and collectors in order to effectively handle any collection attempts or communication from…
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ozgurcoskun/istockphoto Cheap Patio Paver Ideas When You’re on a Tight Budget
Whether you take on the task yourself or hire professionals, installing a paver patio is no easy feat. From leveling the paver base to placing the stones, it’s a long,…
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Ridofranz/istockphoto Is Bare Minimum Monday the New Quiet Quitting?
Forget quiet quitting. The newest work trend on social media site TikTok is called bare minimum Monday, and it’s gaining steam with Generation Z and millennials fed up with the rat…
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Cristi Croitoru/istockphoto Ford’s Better Idea? Turn Off Your Car If You Miss a Payment
Ford may be looking to get tough on drivers who fall behind on car payments. The car company has patented technology to turn off vehicle air conditioning systems and radios…
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andreswd/istockphoto How To Save Money on a Micro Wedding, According to Redditors
If you’re hearing the words “micro wedding” everywhere, there’s good reason. The average wedding in 2022 cost around $30,000, according to a survey conducted by The Knot. That’s a big…
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Girl Scouts of the USA Raspberry Rally Girl Scout Cookies Are Selling for Insane Amounts on EBay
Black market-like prices have emerged for a Girl Scout cookie flavor this year as keen consumers who were lucky enough to get the sold-out cookies are taking advantage of the…
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism Is the Viral O’Cedar Spin Mop Worth It?
Given that I am a self-proclaimed “neat freak,” I find myself regularly inspired and influenced by the constant pool of cleaning videos on TikTok — a side of the app known…
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Joe Raedle / Getty Major American Companies Accused of Stealing Wages from Workers
According to the Economic Policy Institute (EPI), between 2017 and 2020, over $3 billion was recovered for workers who experienced wage theft. Some of the largest companies in America are…
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism I Made an Outback Steakhouse-Inspired TikTok Recipe To Avoid Paying Restaurant Prices
In pre-pandemic, pre-inflationary times, my family and I used to go out to eat once every weekend, and Outback Steakhouse was one of the restaurants in our rotation. When the…
