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279photo Studio/shutterstock Don’t Miss Out on These 37 Credit and Debit Card Perks
On top of the cash-back or travel rewards programs most people know about, some credit and debit cards offer lesser-known — but potentially very valuable — perks. The specifics can vary from one issuer to the next, or even between…
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Bozena Fulawka/shutterstock Beyond Pie: 16 Ways to Cook or Bake With Pumpkin
Pumpkin flavors everything at this time of year, from beer to coffee. So take advantage of the bounty — and forget about pie. Pumpkin, though distinctive in flavor, is fairly neutral and can be the basis of all kinds of…
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Bogdan Sonjachnyj/shutterstock 16 Public Buildings You Have to See Inside
The mental images conjured by the words “government building” likely involve tedious obligations such as jury duty, traffic court, and paying property taxes. Here’s a list designed to turn that reaction on its head. We spoke with historians, architects, travel…
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Jonathan Weiss/shutterstock How to Make Your Own Pumpkin Spice Latte: 10 Recipes to Try at Home
Since Starbucks introduced the pumpkin spice latte in 2003, the coffee chain has sold more than 200 million of the drinks, Forbes reported last fall, estimating seasonal sales at more than $100 million — one $4.25 to $4.75, 12-ounce dose…
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gpointstudio/shutterstock 27 Cheap and Clever DIY Costumes for Adults and Kids
Some enthusiasts spend a good chunk of the year planning the perfect Halloween costume that expertly straddles the line between clever and spooky. Others desperately search for something they can throw together 20 minutes before a Halloween party. Those who…
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DenisNata/shutterstock 10 Cool, Creepy, and Cheap Halloween Makeup Tricks
It’s easy to overspend on an elaborate costume at Halloween. Instead of stocking up on specialized Halloween makeup at a pop-up costume shop, head to the drugstore — or to your makeup bag. These 10 looks, from spooky to downright…
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FamVeld/shutterstock 25 Ways to Make Unpopular Fall Vegetables More Delicious
Every fall ushers in a world of produce and culinary possibilities, but somehow pumpkin always seems to dominate. To take full advantage of the harvest season, set aside ubiquitous favorites…
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Yellowj/shutterstock 13 Cheap and Trendy Halloween Costumes for 2016
Every year Halloween creeps up and scares thousands into last-minute, costly costume choices. But with just a little planning, you can come up with a timely and affordable Halloween costume.…
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12 DIY Hair Treatments to Refresh Your Locks for Fall
Summer inflicts damage from sun, salt, chlorine, and styling products, while the onset of winter can bring dry, dull hair. That makes fall a good time to add DIY hair…
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Robert Kneschke/shutterstock 10 Things to Do Before Buying Home Insurance
Shopping for a home insurance policy is a balancing act. Consumers don’t want to pay for coverage they might not need, but they want sufficient protection — just in case.…
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Syda Productions/shutterstock 12 Unusual Jack-o’-Lanterns to Wow Trick-or-Treaters
In October, the pumpkin gets an upgrade from humble gourd to holiday icon. Unusual jack-o’-lanterns often require extra work, but the reward is a personalized Halloween decoration worth showing off.…
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Sergey Novikov/shutterstock 10 Habits of Families With Healthy Kids
Staying healthy is a goal that especially important to families with children. The cost of medical bills and prescriptions can dig huge holes in the household budget. Kids are most…
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topseller/shutterstock Get High: 12 Spectacular Balloon Festivals From Coast to Coast
The oldest and most basic flight mechanism in human history, hot-air balloons first appeared as toys in China in the third century. Nearly 1,500 years later, in September 1783, brothers…
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Dmitrydesign/shutterstock 11 Symbolic Foods for the Jewish New Year
Jewish tradition calls for incorporating special foods into the festive Rosh Hashanah meal. Each has a symbolic meaning, often based on wordplay, that draws attention to the prayers and intentions…
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tomertu/shutterstock 15 Genius Ways to Use Rosh Hashanah Leftovers
Food is front and center during most Jewish holidays, and the new year celebration of Rosh Hashanah (starting Oct. 2 this year) is no exception. Even people who aren’t hosting…
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baranq/shutterstock Don’t Get Taken for a Ride: Calculating the Real Costs of Car Ownership
Wouldn’t it be great if the total cost of buying and owning a car were limited to the purchase price? That way, there’d be no hidden fees. No sales tax.…
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Lukas Gojda/shutterstock 20 Money-Saving Ski Passes for More Fun at More Places
Skiing and snowboarding are notoriously expensive pastimes. Last season, the average price of an adult weekend lift ticket at the nation’s resorts was $109. Frequent skiers and riders, however, can…
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Aleksei Potov/shutterstock Frugal Fall Fun: 50 Free and Cheap Festivals That Celebrate Autumn
The end of summer means a new world of agricultural delights and gorgeous autumnal scenery, plus a whole lot of events honoring the new season. There’s a rich variety of…
