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21 Money-Saving Summer Vacation Tips
Summertime is vacation time for many families, with the kids out of school and the warm weather inviting outdoor adventures. Sticking to a budget during the busy travel season can be difficult, but these tips may help. START PLANNING NOW…
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©TripAdvisor 50 Flea Markets Across America That Bargain Hunters Won’t Want to Miss
A flea market, sometimes referred to as a swap meet, is the perfect place to acquire awesome stuff on the cheap. Vendors sign up to man booths or tables, indoors or out, and display a dizzying array of antiques, collectibles,…
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7 Deals to Celebrate World Health Day
To honor World Health Day — that’s today — we’ve assembled a collection of deals designed to keep people on target whether they’re counting calories or ticking off the miles on a long run. From digital scales to fish oil…
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18 Must-See Backpacking Destinations for Less Than $35 a Day
Fancy a great backpacking adventure in some far-off place? Here are 18 destinations that cost less than $35 a day for backpackers, according to the budgeting site Price of Travel, which factors in hostel accommodations, budget meals, public transportation, sightseeing,…
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10 Secrets to Selfie-Worthy Prom Attire for Less
From tickets, flowers, and pictures to limo rental, food, and after-parties, average spending for prom night was estimated at nearly $1,000 last year, according to a Visa survey. The lion’s share of the cost, not surprisingly, is allocated to attire.…
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11 Free Tools to Help You Organize and De-Stress
Stress and anxiety can get the better of anyone, making to-do lists seem never-ending and deadlines insurmountable. For Stress Awareness Month, here are 11 free tools to help organize your life and relieve emotional and mental strain, from an app…
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Nine Terrific Deals to Deal with April Showers (While Waiting for May Flowers)
Slosh into spring with deals to keep the precipitation at bay — or better yet, put it to good use. From rain barrels to harness a downpour for another day…
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Bottoms Up: Ranking 9 Cheap Beers in a Blind Taste Test
Looking for a reason to celebrate? National Beer Day, observed each April 7 in the United States in honor of Prohibition’s end, is a little-known and unofficial holiday. For brew…
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Taveesaksri/istockphoto Best Cheap Beer
Over the past several years, scores of new varieties of beer have flooded the shelves, with the marketplace becoming both wider and more specialized. Craft beers are competing head-to-head with…
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20 Dirt-Cheap Vegetarian Meals
There are so many reasons to incorporate meatless meals into your repertoire. Even the average omnivore should limit meat intake to just a few ounces a day for optimal health.…
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Live Large Like Oprah or Gwyneth for Less
Oprah Winfrey’s “favorite things” and the shopping discoveries in Gwyneth Paltrow’s Goop newsletter are presented as must-haves for living the celebrity life. For us common folk, though, spending $60 on…
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Cheapest Place to Buy Organic: Walmart, Kroger, or Aldi?
The buzz around organic food has drawn mainstream stores such as Walmart and Kroger into the arena and made prices more competitive. Now Aldi, the discount supermarket chain known for…
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Amazing Libraries in All 50 States
Perhaps nowhere do consumers get more for free than the local library. Wi-Fi and computer access, books, magazines, movies, and music are just the start. Many branches offer classes on…
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Airbnb vs. HomeAway: Which Is Right for You?
Whether it’s a ski condo in the mountains or a summer house with a nearby lake, renting a getaway home is more convenient than ever. Homeowners make money by listing…
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10 Cheap Summer Vacation Ideas
Smart travelers know that scoring the best deals means starting the research early, and with spring already here, summer vacations are just around the corner. To save money and create…
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Prepping for Prom on a Budget
Prom is supposed to be a night for creating lasting memories, not a lasting dent in your wallet. Last year families with teenagers spent nearly $1,000 on that magical night,…
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10 Ways to Cut Costs on a Kid’s Birthday Party
If you’ve ever seen the MTV show My Super Sweet 16, then you know about the parents who spare no expense to indulge their child’s every desire for one birthday…
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10 Cheap Ways to Add Pizzazz to Everyday Meals
When you take the time to create a delicious meal, be sure to present it thoughtfully. Presentation is integral to gastronomy, which is why popular food competitions give considerable weight…