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George Dinu/istockphoto Go Nuts With These 15 Cheap and Easy Peanut Recipes
Peanuts have been enjoyed by humans for at least 3,500 years. They were brought to North America in the 1700s, according to the National Peanut Board, and have been common in savory and sweet dishes since the turn of the…
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Christian Delbert/shutterstock 10 Tips for Saving Money on Prescription Drugs
Thank goodness for medication: It speeds recovery, cures many illnesses, and keeps chronic diseases under control. But for all the benefits of modern medicine, the high cost is a major downside. Luckily there are prescription savings to be found. OPT…
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Gajus/shutterstock 10 Ways to Protect Your Identity and Data Online
If you haven’t thought much about how to stay safe online, it’s high time — especially after the massive hack of the consumer credit reporting agency Equifax, which may have compromised 143 million people’s Social Security numbers and other personal…
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George Sheldon/shutterstock 15 Weekend Getaways for Amazing Antiquing
Antique lovers, rejoice: As fall approaches, so does one of the best times to head out on a weekend of treasure hunting and sightseeing. We’ve found 15 spots all over the country where you can get your fill of antiquing,…
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Evan Lorne/shutterstock 20 Cheap and Easy Ways to Use Rice
Technically the seed of a grass, rice has been a nutritious and cost-effective staple grain for cultures around the world since it was domesticated more than 13,000 years ago in China. Prices vary according to region, variety, and processing, but…
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olegbreslavtsev/istockphoto 13 Boozy Milkshake Recipes You’re Going to Love
Chocolate milkshakes are one of life’s most indulgent pleasures. Add alcohol, and it’s almost criminally good. While it’s not something to enjoy on a regular basis, as a once-in-awhile treat, high-proof milkshakes offer the best of both the dessert and…
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cunaplus/shutterstock The 15 Biggest Scam Products You’ve Thought About Buying
Imagine curing a headache instantly by simply rubbing wax on your forehead or building sculpted muscles by holding – not lifting – a vibrating weight. The makers of these too-good-to-be-true…
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Oksana Kuzmina/shutterstock 15 Potentially Dangerous Baby Products to Watch Out For
Parenthood can be nerve-wracking enough without considering that even common baby products can pose a safety risk. Some are items that parents may be better off entirely without, while others…
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Kent Weakley/shutterstock The Best Cheap & Free Stuff New York State Offers
For travelers looking for a destination that offers a little bit of everything, few places match the sights and experiences New York has to offer. From Buffalo in the west…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock 20 College Towns that Parents Won’t Want to Leave
Many small towns with large universities boast their own student-centric culture, complete with cafes, clubs, bookstores and bars all catering to young academics. But a college town’s unique blend of…
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Kiselev Andrey Valerevich/shutterstock How To Take Your Summer Wardrobe Into Fall
The changing of the seasons tempts all-out closet makeovers; however replacing a whole new wardrobe can be extremely pricey. Instead of bagging up all of your summer wear, pick out…
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Make These 10 Frightfully Cheap DIY Halloween Decorations
Properly preparing for Halloween means getting into the spirit by decorating the front door, porch, windows, and yard. These penny-pinching ideas for homemade Halloween props keep the holiday fun without spooking…
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LanaSweet/shutterstock 12 Easy Fall Decorating Ideas Inspired by Nature
The pumpkins, pine cones, acorns, corn, leaves, and sticks that make fall décor so cozy and charming are close at hand and easy to work with — just turn to…
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shutterstock Amazon vs. Costco: Which One Is Cheaper?
Conventional retail wisdom states that you’ll save big if you buy in bulk. That kind of thinking has made Costco a prominent retail success story even as many brick-and-mortar competitors…
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Philip Arno Photography/shutterstock Whole Foods Prices Beat Kroger After Amazon’s Price Cuts
Ready to rush to Whole Foods now that Amazon has stepped in and started dropping prices? We stopped by on Day 1 of the e-commerce giant’s takeover to find out…
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Agnes Kantaruk/shutterstock 13 Beautiful Fall Centerpieces You Can Make at Home
A homemade centerpiece adds personality to a home, setting the tone for decor while matching the colors of the season. Now is the time to start thinking about fall entertaining,…
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Pressmaster/shutterstock What are the Most Expensive and Cheapest Dog Breeds?
Getting a new dog can be such an exciting idea that it’s easy to forget there’s a financial component to bringing home a four-legged friend. Whether you’re adopting a dog…
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Ilike/shutterstock These Common Injuries and Illnesses Keep Kids out of School
School-aged children are often exposed to a dizzying array of illnesses or suffer from injuries that can potentially cause them to miss time in the classroom. Kids are often at…
