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Lucky Business/shutterstock 10 Ways to Show Appreciation for Your Awesome Boss
The hard work of bosses often goes unrecognized. These 10 thoughtful ways to express appreciation will make sure that’s corrected before a working relationship ends and someone retires or moves to a different job, and might help make things even…
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Syda Productions/shutterstock 20 Low-Cost Desserts That Are Easy As Pie
After sweating over a whole meal, who has the time or energy to concoct a complex dessert? These delicious recipes use ingredients that are in ready supply at the grocery store or already in the pantry, and no tool fancier…
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Minerva Studio/shutterstock 12 New Rules for Retirement
For today’s retirees, the only constant is change. Psychologist George Schofield outlines just how different life over 50 can look these days in his book “How Do I Get There from Here?” Cheapism spoke with Schofield, recently named one of…
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Alliance/shutterstock 23 Creepy Halloween Party Treats
Halloween parties have come a long way since people tried to convince blindfolded guests that peeled grapes were eyeballs and a bowl of spaghetti was someone’s guts. Recipes for spooky and gross Halloween treats create impressively realistic brains, blood, and…
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Susan Schmitz/shutterstock 15 Clever Halloween Costumes for Pets
Spending on Halloween costumes is set to hit $3.4 billion this year, according to an annual survey by the National Retail Federation, and 16 percent of consumers are itching to spend some of that money to get their pets in…
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10 Best Countries To Retire on A Budget
Americans increasingly are turning to overseas destinations in their search for affordable places to retire. The prospect of living comfortably for less and seeing more of the world pushes many to ponder becoming expats. There are, of course, many factors…
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VGstockstudio/shutterstock 20 Easy Halloween Costumes for Couples on a Budget
When you and your significant other are looking to impress on Halloween but lack the budget to buy those expensive replica costumes, it’s time for some DIY magic. By using…
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Tobin C/shutterstock 26 Must-Try Recipes for Oreo Lovers
Oreos are almost universally loved, and have become so iconic that they’ve spawned a cookies and cream variation of practically every dessert treat in existence. By now we’ve probably all…
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gpointstudio/shutterstock 20 Cheap and Trendy Halloween Costumes for 2017
Unprepared for Halloween again? Don’t fret. Avoid slogging through picked-over stores or splurging on pricey, pre-packaged costumes by using a little ingenuity. There are many easy DIY costumes to make…
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Nikolaev Mikhail/shutterstock The 20 Best Classic Cookie Recipes
Whether gearing up for a holiday baking spree or just looking to add to a stable of tried-and-true recipes, you’re in for a treat. From chocolate chip cookies and snickerdoodles…
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shutterstock How to Feed a Crowd 15 Ways With a Cheap Cut of Pork
For pork lovers on a budget, there is nothing cheaper than pork shoulder. It often goes on sale for less than $2 a pound and can even be found for…
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rusty426/shutterstock 13 Reasons to Skip the Bed and Breakfast
There’s nothing like a quaint bed and breakfast for charm, romance, and a hearty home-cooked meal to start the day. But for some, the drawbacks of a B&B vastly outweigh…
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ferrantraite/istockphoto 11 Mexico Vacations That’ll Cost Less Than $1,000
With its endless selection of coastal towns and the favorable exchange rate between the peso and the U.S. dollar, Mexico is usually a safe bet for those in search of…
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Tyler Olson/shutterstock Is Long-Term Care Insurance Right for You?
Living to 100 was once a milestone that few Americans reached. Today, there are more than 50,000 Americans aged 100 or older, according to the Census Bureau, and the number…
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Olarty/shutterstock 7 Memorable Mexican Vacations for Less Than $100 a Day
Our neighbor to the south has so much more to offer than guacamole, margaritas, and all-inclusive resorts. Mexico is rich in ancient culture, stunning natural landscapes, world-class gastronomy, and cutting-edge…
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Fh Photo/shutterstock 30 Teacher Discounts: Don’t Miss the Savings Year-Round
Plenty of retailers offer deals and discounts for educators in recognition of how hard they work preparing the next generation — often for not much money. Even the United Nations…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock Never Too Old to Learn: 10 Best Free Online Courses for Retirees
Accredited schools from all over the world, including Ivy League schools, offer curricula and certificates for completing relatively short online courses, lasting about four weeks. These massive open online courses,…
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oneinchpunch/shutterstock How to Fully Stock Your Bar for Under $300
Nothing says welcome to my home like a “Welcome to My Home” welcome mat. But beyond that, how else can you ensure your guests feel comfortable, relaxed, and conversational? Have…