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GregorBister/istockphoto 25 Items You Should Always Keep in Your Car
Even if you’ve ponied up for a roadside assistance plan, your car is a wise place to keep an assortment of handy just-in-case items. For instance, toting something like a jump starter can make short work of minor breakdowns, while…
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weerapatkiatdumrong/istockphoto.com 25 Energy-Saving Products You Need in Your Home
Trying to boost your home’s energy efficiency isn’t just eco-friendly — it can pay off big time when those utility bills hit your mailbox every month. Though some “green” upgrades can be pricey, others can be surprisingly budget-friendly, especially when…
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Best and Worst Jobs for Women: Where to Watch Out for the Wage Gap
Women are CEOs of many American companies, yet women in this country still earn 79 to 83 cents on average (depending on the study) for every dollar earned by men. This wage gap, calculated by comparing median full-time pay as…
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Rolf_52/shutterstock 22 Small Towns with Vibrant Art Scenes
Art lovers flock to big cities for amenities like world-class museums, major performing arts venues, and funky districts full of galleries, studios, and hip boutiques. But don’t assume small-town America is an artistic wasteland — in fact, there are plenty…
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cdwheatley/istockphoto 24 Low-Cost Cruises to Take This Spring
Spring can be one of the most challenging times to score a bargain on a cruise. That’s due in large part to spring break and Easter, when many travelers are cruise-bound. If you want to trim cruise costs, one way…
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MNStudio/shutterstock 11 Tips for Taking a Road Trip on the Cheap
Don’t let the cost of gas, food, and lodging get in the way of enjoying a favorite American pastime: the summer road trip. With these 11 planning tips, road trippers can cover hundreds of miles on a strict budget. STAY…
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zeljkosantrac/istockphoto 30 Recipes That Celebrate the Bounty of Cheap Spring Produce
Growing vegetables at home is the cheapest way to incorporate fresh, seasonal ingredients into a diet — for just the cost of the seeds — but it’s not practical for…
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pathdoc/shutterstock Everything You Need to Know About Lice
Every year, children are sent home from school because of an itchy little pest: head lice. While these tiny bloodsuckers are a major annoyance, experts stress that there’s little health…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto The Best Kitchen Knife Sets You Can Buy on a Budget
A set of good knives is a must-have in any kitchen. Professionals and serious home chefs accumulate individual knives for specific tasks and might spend over $100 on each one.…
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Micolas/shutterstock 30 Spring Vegetables You Should Be Eating Now
After months of winter root vegetables and frozen veggies, spring is a time to indulge in delicate, light produce just beginning to pop out of the ground. When farmers markets…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto Why April is the Best Month to Shop for Cleaning and Organization Supplies + 25 Deals
Spring is finally in the air, which means it’s time to throw open the windows, let in a crisp breeze, and get the house in order. April brings some tidy…
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Rohappy/istockphoto 21 Free or Cheap Ways to Take a Better Selfie
For better or for worse, selfies are everywhere and it looks like they’re here to stay. They’ve practically been elevated to an art form thanks to high-quality cell phone cameras,…
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Courtesy of trump.dating I Signed Up for Trump Dating and Here’s What Happened
There are already hordes of extremely specific dating sites, in addition to the popular ones used by millions of hopeful romantics. A site for farmers? Howdy. A site for clowns?…
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Syda Productions/shutterstock 11 Diet Supplements: Are They Worth the Money?
Unless you eat a perfectly balanced diet and soak up plenty of sunshine, you might need a diet supplement. But before dropping dough on a bottle of pills, it’s best to…
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monkeybusinessimages/istockphoto 24 Must-Have Products for Mothers Transitioning Back to Work
The transition back to work after welcoming a baby is a hectic time, whether working from home, an office, or some other job site. Not only is it stressful separating…
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fotostorm/istockphoto 15 Simple, Tasty Sandwiches That Cost $1 or Less to Make
Sandwiches are comfort food, and the nostalgia evoked by classics such as simple grilled cheese makes them all the more delicious. These days, bread is dressed up with everything from…
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Motion2Concept/istockphoto 20 Bucket List Buildings in America You Need to Visit
America isn’t just a melting pot of people: It’s also home to a diverse array of architectural wonders. Whether you appreciate gleaming skyscrapers, graceful government buildings, or something in between,…
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PeopleImages/istockphoto 20 Products in Your Garage That Are Waste of Space and Money
If you’re fortunate enough to have a garage, you know how much of a struggle it is to maintain the space it provides. A few bicycles, a beer fridge, a…
