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    15 Smart Purchases That Pay for Themselves

    Cutting expenses is always appealing, but a small upfront investment can reap ongoing savings. These products and services pay for themselves — and then some — in relatively short order. LED Light Bulbs LED bulbs are energy- and cost-efficient replacements…

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    Road Trippers Go Out of Their Way for These 30 Convenience Stores

    The first priority of most convenience stores is right there in the name — they’re not trying to reinvent the wheel, just to provide a few cheap essentials in one easily accessible place. These mini-markets and frequently adjoining gas stations…

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    The Most Expensive Neighborhood in Every State

    Sometimes it’s easy to forget that what’s considered “cheap” or “expensive” is all relative — especially in real estate, in which what’s expensive in one state might be considered cheap somewhere else. Using a report by Construction Coverage based on…

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    Dangerous Roads You Should Never Drive in an RV

    Most of us are so accustomed to using our phones for driving directions that we often don’t put much thought into the route suggested by our map apps. “It is ill advised to do this with an RV,” says Jennifer…

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    Big Celebrities Who Grew Up in Small Towns

    Shawnee, Oklahoma; Smyrna, Georgia; Plainfield, Illinois; Union, Kentucky — they aren’t known as incubators of stardom, but the World’s Most Famous don’t come just from the coasts. Small towns have bred plenty of great talents for the fields of sports…

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    Great Second Careers That Don’t Require More School

    If you’re on the fence about a career change, consider this: 88% of career changers say they’re happy they made the leap, according to an Indeed survey, a previous survey showed around one-third reporting less stress. And while it always…

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    40 Famous People’s Homes You Can Visit

    Everyone wants to know a little more about their favorite celebrities, which is why Hollywood tour companies can make good money driving tourists to see just the exteriors of actors’…

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    Celebrity Restaurants That Completely Flopped

    In between filming movies or TV shows, spending time in the studio, or posing for photoshoots, celebrities often search for new ways to fill their time. From rappers and singers…

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    28 Recipes to Use Up the Bulk Food You Overbought at Costco

    Feeling like you went a little overboard while stocking up on bulk buys at Costco — particularly with all of that perishible produce? While you might have been hoping to eat…

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    Twinkies, Moon Pies, and Other Guilty Pleasures You Can Make at Home

    Packaged snack foods offer convenience that can be a real time-saver, but they can also take a toll on the wallet and waistline over time. Thankfully, there are many ways…

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    42 Travel Discounts for Seniors

    Having more time for travel is one of the biggest perks of being retired, and this list of travel discounts can help seniors cut their vacation costs. Starting at age…

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    Beauty Products Worth Buying at Costco

    Costco may not spring to mind as a go-to spot for beauty buys, but our research shows it’s a great place for deals on many products you can stockpile, especially…

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    Unusual Beaches in America to Visit in Your Lifetime

    Beaches offer a relaxing escape when temperatures warm, but besides a chance to swim in the ocean, many beaches in America also offer visitors rare natural spectacles, breathtaking views, and…

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    Cars That Everyone Hated

    It takes a lot of time, effort, and money to develop a car; when an automaker goes through the trouble of introducing one, you’d better believe a lot is riding…

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    Sprinklers and More Toys to Turn Your Yard Into a Water Park

    Although many more public pools, splash pads, and the like will be open this summer, it’s still always a good idea to have some water toys stocked in the backyard to…

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    25 Beautiful Summer Vacation Spots If You Hate the Beach

    Summer is often associated with sandy beach days and dips in the ocean, but what if the beach just doesn’t do it for you? Unpack your swimsuits and put away…

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    43 Free or Cheap Things to Do in New York City

    New York City is among the most expensive places in the world to live or to visit, but it’s also among the richest in free or inexpensive things to do…

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    Places Where Diabetics Can Safely Eat Out

    Diabetics know they should limit carbohydrates, fats, and sugar and up their intake of fiber. The Diabetes Plate Method created by the American Diabetes Association suggests that about a quarter…