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How to Buy a Mattress for Less Online
Buying a mattress is generally an unpleasant experience, with the kind of high-pressure salesmanship associated with buying a used car. Comparison shopping is all but futile; many mattresses from different brands or lines are essentially the same inside. Shoppers anxious…
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Charming, Budget-Friendly B&Bs in All 50 States
It seems that, the fancier the hotel, the more likely there will be charges for Wi-Fi, parking, and other basics. This odd phenomenon doesn’t hold true at bed and breakfasts, however: Internet and parking are almost always free and, of…
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Do You Need Life Insurance? How Much Is Enough?
Murder mysteries might suggest life insurance policies are mostly taken out with nefarious intent, but an insurance agent will be quick to tell you that buying life insurance is an act of love. There are different types of life insurance,…
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Break Out the Slow Cooker: 11 Freezer Meal Tips
Fall is here, which means it’s slow cooker season! By allowing frugal home cooks to buy ingredients in bulk and choose cheaper cuts of meat, a slow cooker can slash food costs. To get the most out of a slow…
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10 Ways Organized People Declutter Their Lives
It’s tempting to spend lots of money in the pursuit of organization. Binders, boxes, entire closet systems, apps, and more are sold as the solution to messiness. But if a purchase were all that was needed, everyone would have amazingly…
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10 Ways to Raise a Dog on a Budget
Dogs are cute, friendly, and fiercely loyal. They’re also a handful, requiring dedicated upkeep and care — along with all the associated costs. The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals places the first year’s cost of ownership…
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17 Employee Benefits You Could Be Getting at Work
When between jobs or considering a change, many people focus on the hourly rate or salary they want. But some things can be more important than cash compensation. A flexible…
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12 Affordable Boat Adventures in Asia
Traveling by boat in Asia can offer a glimpse of old traditions, insight into a unique way of life, access to a hard-to-reach locale, or a new perspective on a…
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10 Ways Getting Married Saves You Money
Couples who have spent thousands on a wedding will be happy to hear there is some relief afterward. The Atlantic compared the finances of theoretical single women with their married…
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10 Flexible Jobs for Stay-at-Home Parents
Computers and the Internet increasingly allow stay-at-home parents to keep their careers and earn a good living with remote employment. That said, even less technologically centered jobs offer good pay…
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10 Inexpensive Ways to Celebrate Oktoberfest
Oktoberfest is a celebration of more than just beer drinking — it encompasses rural German culture and harvest traditions, as well. The 16-day festival begins Sept. 19. Can’t afford to…
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11 Ways to Save on School Lunches
By now many parents are facing the school lunch dilemma: Go to the trouble of packing lunch every day? Or give in to the easy and possibly less nutritious option…
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5 Ways to Celebrate Mexican Independence Day
Contrary to popular belief, Cinco de Mayo is not Mexican independence day — that’s actually coming up on Sept. 16, the date commemorating the 1810 call for Mexican independence. The…
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11 Unexpected Trash-to-Treasure Crafts
Every home has some old junk lying around, taking up space. Instead of sending it to the landfill, unleash your creativity and save money by turning it into something useful…
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10 Ways to Repurpose a Bridesmaid Dress
All brides proclaim, “You’ll be able to wear it again.” No matter how wearable the bride may think it is, a traditional bridesmaid dress is likely to hang forlorn in…
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25 Ideas for Inexpensive Fall Dates
As leaves start to turn autumnal colors, couples watching expenses need to adjust their thinking about how to spend the time. Warm weather makes frugality easy, but no longer can…
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10 Tips for Booking Cheap Hotels Over the Holidays
Planning to visit family for the holidays, and the guest room is not an option? Now is the time to start looking for cheap holiday accommodations. For those who need…
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16 Signs It’s Time to Fire Your Financial Adviser
Managing money can be overwhelming, especially after receiving a large windfall and when planning for major life events. That’s why many people turn to financial advisers for guidance. There are…
