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6 Ways to Find Free and Cheap Yoga Classes
With all the stresses of modern life, quiet, meditative movement seems like the perfect antidote. Yoga classes and instruction have a reputation for being expensive, with drop-in rates hovering around $20 and private instruction costing a bit more. But all…
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How Grandparents Can Save New Parents Thousands Per Year
The average cost of raising a baby during the first year is $10,000 to $15,000, which totals more than $245,000 to age 18. Once the initial sticker shock wears off, many parents single-mindedly focus on paring costs — by shopping…
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6 Ways to Avoid Annoying Baggage Fees
About 90 million Americans have travel plans this holiday season, according to a recent American Express survey. Although some people will drive or take a train, many will journey by plane. And that often means fees of $25 or more…
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The 5 C’s of Finding a Diamond for a Christmas Proposal
Dreaming of ringing in the holidays with a sparkling diamond? Multiple surveys show that December is the most popular month of the year to get engaged. Finding the perfect diamond with just the right price tag is no easy task,…
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6 Stocking-Worthy Smartphone Battery Cases
This is a top seller on Amazon, where it averages 4.5 stars. The 3,100 mAh battery can completely recharge the 4.7-inch iPhone 6 (and then some). Put another way, it delivers an extra 10-plus hours of web surfing. The protective…
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New Year’s Tickets Too Pricey? Try These Alternatives
New Year’s Eve doesn’t have to mean bidding a frantic farewell to your budget. It’s possible to send the year off with a bang and barely spend a buck. According to Event Brite, the average New Year’s Eve event ticket…
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Airbnb 7 Big-City Vacation Rentals as Low as $10 a Night
$10/Night Book It For about the cost of a movie ticket, you can get an entire apartment to yourself in Oakland, Calif. This one-bedroom suits a solo visitor or a…
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Price Survey: Stay Away From the Biggest Drugstore Chains
Is a chain drugstore the first place that comes to mind when you’re out of toothpaste or need to have a new prescription filled? You may be better off heading…
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Do You Know Your Credit Score?
It’s almost a monthly occurrence: The servers of large retailers, banks, and medical facilities are hacked and customer data, including names, addresses, credit card information, and even Social Security numbers…
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Should You Sign Up for Store-Branded Credit Cards?
Store-branded credit cards come with tempting offers like reward points and exclusive access to coupons and sales events. With the high-spending holiday season closing in, shoppers no doubt are looking…
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Should You Visit Walmart, Target, or CVS Instead of Your Doctor?
Health problems don’t care what day of the week it is or if it’s after 5 o’clock. And yet, ailing people once had to wait it out until the doctor’s…
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10 Discounts That Veterans Won’t Want to Miss
Veterans Day provides an occasion to honor those who have served in the armed forces, but veterans are also recognized in small ways throughout the year. Although veterans discounts may…
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What You Need to Know About Travel Health Insurance
At the end of last year Heather Leikin travelled from Los Angeles to Mexico for a birthday and New Year’s celebration. But what was planned as a pleasant getaway turned…
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Where to Find 4- and 5-Star Hotels at 3-Star Prices
Looking for luxury without the luxury tab? Many a traveler dreams of unwinding at an ultra-posh hotel, but when prices can hit $30,000 a night and four- and five-star hotels…
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Cheap Fall Dishes: 5 Apple and Pumpkin Recipes
It’s no secret that eating in season is a sure-fire way to find the best produce and save a bundle. The arrival of autumn ushers in one of the best…
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9 Budget-Friendly Dates That Won’t Make You Look Cheap
No one wants to be known as the date who cheaped out. But considering how expensive dating can get, what’s a tightwad to do? Luckily, there are ways to impress…
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Do You Need to Buy Rental Car Insurance?
Whether you’re renting a car for a day or an entire week, you’ve probably had a friend or relative tell you to waive the offered insurance. “Your credit card has…
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5 Vegetarian Slow Cooker Meals Under $15
Whether you are a vegetarian or just looking for some Meatless Monday recipes, you can appreciate a set-it-and-forget-it meal. There is very little prep needed for any of the delicious…
