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homydesign/istockphoto 20 Beaches Your Dog Will Love — and So Will You
Nothing beats a trip to the beach, especially when you bring your dog. States such as California and Florida have dozens of dog-friendly beaches, but you can find sandy stretches from coast to coast where pets are welcome — if…
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LB Wedding 188 by Laura Hess and Brad Barrish (CC BY-ND) The Cost of a Wedding in Every State
How much are couples spending on their big day? Nationwide, the average in 2017 was just under $25,800, according to data collected by The Wedding Report. But depending on where you live, you could easily subtract — or add —…
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gpointstudio/istockphoto 26 Foods to Cut Out of Your Food Budget If You’re Saving for a Big Purchase
You want the big-screen TV in time for the next Super Bowl, or are saving for the down payment on a new car. The trade-off is that you’ll eat burgers instead of premium steaks on the grill this summer. Cutting…
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KPG_Payless/shutterstock What’s the Cheapest Way to Transport a Car Cross-Country?
Retired “snowbirds” who go south for the winter and people moving across the country have a range of options for safely relocating their cars, from door-to-door transport via trailer truck to a hired driver. Still, the most economical way to…
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kenzaza/istockphoto 13 Reasons Why Destination Weddings Are a Bad Idea
Whether it’s exchanging vows on a tropical island or saying “I do” in Las Vegas, about a quarter of all engaged couples say they want a destination wedding. But the fairytale appeal of getting married somewhere exotic starts to dim…
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AdventuresOnTheGorge/facebook.com The Most Unique Wedding Venue in Every State
Gone are the days when weddings were a predictable affair with a church ceremony and a bland hotel-ballroom reception. Today, many couples try to show a little more personality on their special day, choosing destination weddings or off-the-wall venues closer…
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Courtesy of mabe123/istockphoto We Tried 4 Sunburn Remedies and This is the Best
It’s all fun in the sun…until someone gets burned. You can lather on sunscreen and reapply, but sometimes you just forget. This summer season, if you misplaced your sunscreen or…
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LeoPatrizi/istockphoto Countries Where the Population is Growing Fastest and Where It’s Shrinking
The world population is currently at 7.6 billion. The growth or decline of a nation’s population is due to multiple factors. Fertility rates, life expectancy, standard of living, socio-economic developments,…
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vitapix/istockphoto Miami Restaurants Where Kids Eat Free
Miami and south Florida have a wide variety of local restaurants where kids can eat free throughout the week. Take a look at our guide for where to take the…
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g-stockstudio/shutterstock 11 New Convertibles That You Can Probably Afford
Even if it isn’t a classic, vintage model, a convertible represents the ultimate in highway leisure and excitement. But that doesn’t mean you have to pay over-the-top prices to drive…
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andresr/istockphoto 50 Best Lunch Specials Across the Country
The best restaurants know that a good lunch special can make your day, and savvy patrons know they can find many of their favorite dinner items on the lunch menu…
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SP-Photo/shutterstock 12 Ways to Ship Anything For Less
Shipping can be expensive, and sometimes it’s hard to know which option is best. In addition to the major shipping services — the U.S. Postal Service, UPS, and FedEx — there are…
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AusVideo/istockphoto 12 Reasons to Get Rid of Your Lawn
Your time is your money, but freeing yourself from a time-consuming, water-thirsty lawn can still be a hard decision to make. Our American mind’s eye sees traditional homes paired with…
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baona/istockphoto 50 Affordable Summer Handbags That Won’t Break the Bank
Upgrade your look with 50 summer handbags under $50, from structured satchels to casual hobos—all stylish and budget-friendly.
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Luis Louro/shutterstock Moving Soon? 22 Ways to Save Money and Reduce Stress
There are few things in life more stressful and fraught with potential nightmares than moving. As the amount of stuff that must be packed and hauled expands, so do the…
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skynesher/istockphoto Don’t Let These 12 Sports Injuries Ruin Your Summer
Spending more time outside being active is a big part of summer. But the flurry of activity can also lead to a variety of injuries, many tied to sudden overuse,…
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Mlenny/istockphoto Best Robot Vacuums Under $300
A robotic vacuum won’t replace a canister or upright vacuum for serious cleaning — even the best robot vacuum can’t clean stairs, furniture, or long-pile carpeting — but it can…
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FlairImages/istockphoto 23 Classic Summer Activities That Kids Don’t Do Anymore
When’s the last time your kids played hopscotch or jumped rope? It seems a whole generation — or two — of games have been eclipsed thanks to new rules and…
