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Allen H. / Yelp These Hole-in-the-Wall Burger Joints Are Worth the Detour in Every State
Discover the best hole-in-the-wall burger joints in every state, featuring hidden gems serving amazing, affordable burgers.
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Serhii Hryshchyshen / istockphoto Why Grocery Shopping Still Feels Brutal: U.S. Food Prices Are Up 19% Since 2022
Wondering why groceries still feel so expensive? It’s because they are: U.S. food prices are almost 20% higher than they were four years ago.
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Spring & Mulberry Chocolate Bars Recalled for Possible Salmonella Contamination
Spring & Mullberry recently announced a chocolate bar recall that affects eight different bars. See the full list.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT ‘Have These People Ever Actually Eaten Food’: People Mock Agricultural Secretary’s $3 Meal Recommendation
Can a $3 meal actually fill you up? That’s what the U.S. Agricultural Secretary suggested — though American shoppers have other thoughts.
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alert215 / Reddit 9 Aldi Items Shoppers Say They Buy Every Single Trip
From brioche burger buns to red bag chicken, these Aldi fan favorites are must-buys for your next visit. Here’s why people love ’em.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT 9 BS Ways Fast-Food Chains Trick You Into Spending More Money
Fast-food tricks like sneaky pricing, fake value meals, and upsells can make you spend more every time you order.
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PeopleImages / Reddit.com This New Tax Deduction Could Finally Give Seniors a Break
A new federal tax deduction for Americans 65 and older might make a difference that actually matters. Here’s what we know.
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Nort/istockphoto How Regular People Are Faking a Luxe Lifestyle Without Actually Having the Money
Want to have a luxury lifestyle without spending a ton? Redditors share their favorite tips on how to travel in style and look expensive — on a budget.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT How One Redditor Made Over $14k Donating Plasma — and Turned It Into a Part-Time Job
When money is tight, sometimes you need to get a little creative in order to supplement your income. Some people do gig work like food delivery or Uber driving, but…
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U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission 1 Million Target, Walmart Mini Fridges Recalled After Causing $700,000 in Property Damage
Burning, melting, and overheating are some of the causes behind the latest mini fridge recall. Find out if your fridge is affected.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT ‘Everybody Is Broke’: Why a $50 Car Rental Deposit Feels Like a Breaking Point for the Middle Class
In a viral Reddit thread, a car rental employee shared how often customers were unable to pay a $50 car rental deposit.
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Mercybby/Reddit Food Pantry Hauls Aren’t One-Size-Fits-All — and These Photos Prove It
Wondering what you might get at a food pantry? These photos illustrate the variety of items and quality anyone might encounter during their next visit.
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MitchPhyllis65 / ©TripAdvisor 6 Steakhouse Chains in America That Aren’t Worth Visiting
From tough steaks to overpriced menus, these steakhouse chains disappoint diners again and again. See which restaurants aren’t worth the sizzle.
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Cheapism / ChatGPT No Raise, No Problem: ‘Gave Myself a Raise by Doing Less Work’
Hear from employees who didn’t receive raises, and their decision to give as little effort as they feel the company deserved.
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Steve D. / Yelp Turns Out Love Can Be Cheap: 16 Valentine’s Day Gifts Under $5 From Five Below
Low on cash this Valentine’s Day? These Five Below Valentine’s Day gifts are affordable, cute, and one-of-a-kind.
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Jaime W./Yelp The Breakfast Sandwich Locals Won’t Stop Talking About in Every State
From classic bacon, egg, and cheese to regional twists, discover the most legendary breakfast sandwiches in every state and Washington, D.C.
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SinoSoul/Reddit.com Wendy’s Shrinks Biggie Bags and Axes 4 for $4 Deal in Terrible Menu RevampÂ
Discover more about the changes to Wendy’s Biggie Bags and 4 for $4 menu — which, spoiler alert, is now more like 4 for $6.
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Jacob Wackerhausen/istockphoto A Teacher Couple Paid Off Their $212k Mortgage in 4 Years, and People Have Questions
Reader, it can be done. Here’s how one couple paid off their six-figure mortgage in just a few years (Spoiler alert: It wasn’t easy).
