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Inside Creative House/istockphoto Why Dining Out on Valentine’s Day Is Almost Always a Mistake
Thinking of dining out on Valentine’s Day? Think again. From high prices to overcrowded dining rooms, you’d be better off staying at home.
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Blakelee Bartik / Cheapism Shoppers Say These States Have the Best Costco Locations in the Country
A new survey has revealed the best Costco locations in the country based on factors like cleanliness, sample quality, and parking lots.
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Rawpixel/istockphoto Report Says Employers Added 130K Jobs in January. Job Seekers Aren’t Seeing Them
According to a new government report, roughly 130,000 jobs were added in January. Here’s why many people have trouble believing that number.
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nastya_ph/istockphoto Don’t Expect Cheaper Ground Beef Just Because the U.S. Is Importing More
The U.S. is importing more beef from Argentina, but that doesn’t mean beef prices are finally on the decline. Here’s why it’s still so expensive.
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Grace Cary/Getty Images It’s Called Karma: U.S. Citizens Behind on Child Support Could Have Passport Revoked
If you’ve managed to dodge child support payments for years while jet-setting across the globe, you may soon have your passport revoked.
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Karim J./Yelp / Qiao C./Yelp From Strip Malls to Side Streets: The Best Hole-in-the-Wall Spots for Fried Chicken in Every State
Discover the best hole-in-the-wall fried chicken spots in every state, from gas stations to walk-up windows serving crave-worthy comfort food.
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Pwik K./Yelp ‘Yall Get Outdoor Food Courts??’ Costco Members in Awe of Stores in Other Regions
From outdoor food courts to international cuisine, Costco members share regional differences they wish they had at their own Costco.
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tssouthwest/Reddit.com Broke but Romantic? These 14 Valentine’s Day Gifts from Target Cost Less Than $10
From chocolates to eye masks, these Valentine’s Day gifts from Target are a sweet way to say “I love you” — without spending a fortune.
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dragana991/istockphoto Sneaky Dealer Fees You Should Absolutely Refuse When Buying a Car
Learn which car dealer fees you can refuse, why add-ons like VIN etching and nitrogen tires are scams, and how to avoid overpaying.
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LPETTET/istockphoto Well, This Is Awkward: Tax Refund Delays Could Impact a Whopping 20 Million Americans
If you claimed the Earned Income Tax Credit or the Additional Child Tax Credit, you may experience tax refund delays. Here’s why.
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shih-wei/istockphoto ‘It’s Just Not Worth It Anymore’: How to Scratch the Takeout Itch Without Spending the Money
From themed nights at home to buying close-enough dishes at the store, here are a few ways to enjoy the takeout ritual without paying too much.
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4kodiak/istockphoto Another Day, Another Scam: Fake Amazon Recall Texts Are Everywhere
Don’t click on that link: A new Amazon scam involves fake recall texts that make it easy to give away personal information.
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Rachel Schneider / Cheapism The 10 Affordable Aldi Cheeses That Shoppers Keep Buying on Repeat
Need to stock up on cheese? Take a look at our list of the best cheeses at Aldi, all recommended by die-hard Aldi fans.
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism We Put 9 Taco Bell Burritos to the Test — Here’s the One That’s Worth Every Dollar
We ate every item to deliver Taco Bell burritos ranked from best to worst, revealing the clear winner among the nine burritos on the menu.
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Dollar Tree Snacks You Should Always Buy at Dollar Tree To Save a Buck
Stocking up on treats to have around the house? These Dollar Tree snacks are cheaper at the discount store than anywhere else.
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Studio4/istockphoto Why Americans Earn More Than Ever — and Still Can’t Afford Anything
If paychecks feel smaller despite your overall income going up, it’s not your imagination. A dollar today buys what about 82 cents did in 2020.
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Spangler Candy Company ‘SPLIT RENT,’ ‘CAR POOL’: Conversation Hearts Are the New Symbol of Economic Despair
With sayings like “JOINT TAXES” and “SHARE LOGN,” today’s conversation hearts paint a depressing picture of our current economic state.
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Craig Anthony Evans/©Google 8 Regional Grocery Chains People Miss After Moving Away
From H-E-B to Wegmans, these regional grocery chains become part of daily life — and are deeply missed when people move away.
