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Olivier Le Moal/istockphoto 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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Orbit Gas & Mini Mart 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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Zillow 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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©TripAdvisor 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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Tim P. Whitby/Getty Images 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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alvarez/istockphoto 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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DSC_0241_pp by Walter (CC BY) 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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Getty Images / Jason Kirk / Staff / Hulton Archive 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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Mizina/istockphoto 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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bhofack2/istockphoto 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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Tom Merton/istockphoto 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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Cheapism 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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NatChittamai/istockphoto 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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moisseyev /istockphoto 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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xavierarnau/istockphoto 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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Michael Valdez/istockphoto 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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Eloi_Omella/istockphoto 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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VioletaStoimenova/istockphoto 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…
