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10 Skin Care Products Under $20 to Try This Season
Shoppers used to scope out the top skin care products at specialty and department stores, where they could be smeared and spritzed on with samples. Now the pursuit of hot beauty trends such as Korean skin care has shifted online,…
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10 Festive St. Patrick’s Day Parades
The St. Patrick’s Day parade originated not in Ireland but in America. New York City lays claim to the first one, in 1762. Soon after, the annual celebration spread to other cities with large populations of Irish immigrants, including Boston,…
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Connor E./Yelp 10 Brewery Tours That Feature Free Craft Beer
Craft breweries have sprung up all across the country, and many give visitors a behind-the-scenes look at where their favorite local brews are made. These 10 popular breweries offer free or low-cost tours — and include free samples as part…
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50 Budget-Friendly Boutique Hotels Across the Country
Travelers often settle for chain hotels with generic decor and not much in the way of character or amenities. The kind of distinctive lodging described as a “boutique hotel,” typically a privately owned, one-of-a-kind inn with less than 150 guest…
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20 Free and Cheap Things to Do in Palm Springs
The famed desert resort city of Palm Springs in Southern California doesn’t exactly have a reputation for budget travel. It’s ritzy and glitzy — a hot, almost relentlessly sunny getaway for the rich and famous. But there are free and…
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18 Money-Saving Tips for Experienced Homebuyers
In the complicated process of finding and buying a home, the uninformed shopper can get caught up in costly missteps along the way. From establishing a budget to closing the deal, here are 18 tips to help keep homebuyers on…
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Go Gluten-Free Without Busting the Food Budget
The gluten-free marketplace is booming right now, offering many more choices in the supermarket aisles to those diagnosed with celiac disease. Glancing over the options at the local grocer, though,…
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Best Foods to Stock Up on During Frozen Food Month
March is Frozen Food Month, when the National Frozen Refrigerated Foods Association and participating brands promote all sorts of foods in the freezer section. Shoppers can take advantage of frozen…
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10 Fancy Spring Break Drinks You Can Easily Make Yourself
Spring break is epitomized by hot and sunny beaches, Caribbean relaxation, and fresh and fruity cocktails that cost at least $10 apiece. Some of the best spring break drinks may…
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11 Feel-Good Ways to Invest Your Savings
Many investors today, particularly millennials, want to direct their money toward companies that reflect their values. Financial advisers and investment professionals often refer to this as socially responsible investing, or…
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javi_indy/shutterstock 12 Must-See Attractions for Making the Most of a College Visit
Students and their families often travel far and wide to see whether a college or university is a good fit. While touring campus hot spots is the priority on a…
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College Visit Checklist: 11 Campus Hot Spots to Scope Out
Going off to college is exciting but also scary for many high school seniors. There’s uncertainty about what will be expected, how to meet friends, and — often at the…
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Spending Diary: How I’m Saving Hundreds on Baby No. 3
It’s funny how spending priorities change from the first child to the second or, gasp, the third. With my first son, I registered for all the newest, brightest, and most…
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How to Get the Best Deal on the Top Cheap Cruises
Cruises offer the convenience of entertainment, meals, and activities served up while sailing among magnificent destinations. A cruise can be an expensive proposition, but Cheapism.com has narrowed the fleet to…
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12 Sites Putting a Unique Twist on Online Shopping
Looking for something different? These 12 websites offer novel goods or a unique shopping experience, and potentially good value for the money. Find the latest crowdsourced products, get lower group…
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10 Ways to Get the Most Out of Professional Tax Prep
Despite the proliferation of DIY tax preparation software, some people prefer a professional tax preparer who happens to be a human. There is no shortage of service providers — nationwide…
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11 Ways to Make Saving Money Automatic
For America Saves Week, Feb. 22-27 this year, the Consumer Federation of America is encouraging consumers to automate their savings. Not sure how to do that? Here are 11 easy…
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10 Ways to Save While Finding Your Next Job
Switching jobs can be an expensive transition. Travel, proper interview attire, and fees for documentation such as transcripts can quickly add up to hundreds of dollars. Use these 10 free…
