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Onfokus/istockphoto How to Repel Bugs Naturally (and Cheaply)
Insects such as mosquitoes, fleas, and wasps have always been a major drawback of the summer months, and with many people opting out of summer getaways to stay home, it won’t be easy escaping critters in your own backyard. An invasive…
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Blade_kostas/istockphoto The Best, Worst and Weirdest Minivans of All Time
If you’re under 40, it’s hard to remember a time when there were no minivans. Before the early 1980s, families that needed a big vehicle to haul cargo and kids had two options: a station wagon or a full-sized van.…
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YvanDube/istockphoto These Cars Are Selling for Way More Than Sticker Price
Memorial Day typically means big business for car dealers, but this year is shaping up to be quite different. Experts are forecasting “bleak” sales during the holiday weekend as dealers pull back on discounts and would-be customers shy away from high…
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Torresigner/istockphoto 10 Essential Grill Tools for $20 or Less
An arsenal of inexpensive but high-quality grill tools can help ensure a smooth and enjoyable season of summer barbecues and outdoor fetes. Memorial Day is nearing as the unofficial start of barbecue season, and these useful accessories should become staples…
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Instacart The Best Tips and Tricks for Buying Groceries with Instacart
Online shopping is a convenient way to check errands off your to-do list without leaving the house. As shoppers choose grocery delivery for a number of reasons, Instacart is one of the most popular options. If you’re new to Instacart…
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Chihuly Garden by Richard Ricciardi (CC BY-NC-ND) 50 Surprising Things Made in Each State
America is no longer the world’s manufacturing powerhouse, but that doesn’t mean we don’t still make things. While it seems we mostly make entertainment and gourmet foods these days, each state retains and exhibits its unique personality through the products…
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vitapix/istockphoto Unmistakable Signs You Belong in the Suburbs
With more companies allowing employees to work from home, the dream of switching to suburban living is suddenly much more feasible. Some people are simply not cut out for big-city…
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karenfoleyphotography/istockphoto Is Cruising a Cheaper Way to Retire?
For seniors seeking to shed the burden of owning a home during retirement, the traditional path is often a retirement community. However, more seniors are opting for a different approach…
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Radio Flyer Surprising Things Tesla Makes That Aren’t Electric Cars
One of the most innovative companies in the world, Tesla is the brainchild of eccentric CEO Elon Musk, who recently overtook Amazon’s Jeff Bezos to become the world’s richest person. But while…
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adokon/istockphoto How to Keep Your Backyard Pool Crystal Clear All Summer Long
It wasn’t long ago that COVID-19 severely restricted one of summer’s greatest pleasures — plunging into a body of water on a scorching day — and sales of pools nearly…
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Jessica Chastain by Gage Skidmore (CC BY-SA) 15 Celebs Who’ve Lied About Their Age
Sometimes to get a job, actors will shave off a few years (or add some) to be more perfect for the part. Here are some stars who felt the need…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto How to Make the Most of Shopping for Instacart
As online grocery shopping becomes more popular, consumers are turning to Instacart — one of the most popular grocery delivery services — to have their groceries brought directly to their…
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Realtor.com Off-the-Grid Cabins for Sale Across America
It’s been a shaky few years for most Americans, so it’s not surprising that some of us are looking toward catastrophe and making plans just in case. Real estate sites…
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NoDerog/istockphoto These Are the Car Models Costco Shoppers Want
Sure, Costco is our favorite place to buy jumbo packs of housewares and juicy rotisserie chickens, but cars? Maybe so: The Costco Auto Program, which aims to save members money on…
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Cheapism / Amazon The 24 Most-Watched TV Show Finales
NBC drama “This is Us” ended its six-season run with a tear-jerking series finale that had devoted viewers emptying entire tissue boxes — nut it still isn’t one of the most…
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SpeedKingz/shutterstock 10 Costly Home Repairs Your Insurance Might Not Cover
Homeownership may be a goal for many, but the pride that comes with having your own place can cost you big when something goes wrong. The cost of homeowner’s insurance…
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Chicago Blues Festival by tomanouc (CC BY-NC-ND) Great Summer Festivals in All 50 States
There are plenty of reasons to look forward to summer, not the least of which is the endless variety of festivals that take place in every state in the country.…
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LaylaBird/istockphoto These Are the Most Secure Jobs in America
After two tumultuous years, workers crave job security and are in a position to get it. We’re in a moment of strong wage growth and “a severe worker shortage” as…
