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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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5 ‘Don’t Miss’ Deals to Start Spring Right
As winter snow gives way to spring rain, today’s deals include gear to keep people dry, organized and, um … caffeinated? Oh, and if spring break is on the calendar for this month, we’re throwing a little shade in classic…
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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, it’s easy to suffer from sticker shock — many gluten-free…
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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 foods’ long shelf life and stock up on sale items.…
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Five Daring Deals for Adventurous and Imaginative Kids
With spring right around the corner, we’ve assembled a collection of deals to take your free-spirited explorer to new heights. Whether they are the active type, imaginative, or just plain…
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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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10 Stealthy Self-Defense Tools Under $20
Dangerous situations can arise at the most unexpected moments. Whether you’re out late at night or walking unfamiliar streets, a small personal safety tool can go a long way toward…
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10 Things Under $25 to Make Spring Break More Fun
Many people look forward to spring break, but perhaps no one relishes the time off more than college students escaping the library stacks. If a sunny destination beckons this year,…
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Try Fashion Week’s Top 10 Spring Looks for Less Than $25
On the Fashion Week runways, models strutted designer looks including bright patterns, Victorian-era frocks, and bold vintage styles. Don’t be disheartened if a dream outfit doesn’t fit your budget. Here…
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Leap Day Deals for $29 or Less
In anticipation of a day that comes only once every four years — including this year — take advantage of deals that are almost as rare as Leap Day itself.…
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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…