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nd3000/istockphoto 16 Valentine’s Date Ideas That Won’t Break the Bank
With Valentine’s Day looming, many couples are making extravagant plans. But Valentine’s Day can present a serious financial challenge, especially to a bank account recovering from the holidays. If you don’t have the cash (or patience) for dinner at a…
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mixetto/istockphoto 12 Budget-Friendly Presidents’ Day Getaways
Falling late in February, Presidents’ Day weekend is an ideal time for a midwinter getaway. Whether it’s to indulge in a little skiing and sledding or to escape the cold altogether, there are plenty of opportunities around the country for…
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Koldunov Alexey/shutterstock 10 Hidden Costs of Cheating on Your Partner
Love may be free, but affairs rarely are. On top of the moral and ethical issues that come with cheating on your mate, the costs associated with secret affairs can accumulate quickly. Here are some of the extra expenses you…
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shironosov/istockphoto 11 Tips for Saving on Valentine’s Day Flowers
There’s absolutely no way to tell a sweetheart you got a great deal on their Valentine’s Day flowers, but a little private gloating is fine. We’ve gathered tips to consider in lieu of the iconic but cliche dozen long-stem roses;…
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svetikd/istockphoto The 18 Stupidest Startup Ideas of the Past 10 Years
Scrappy new companies are always trying to make our lives a little bit easier. But sometimes the products or services they roll out are more head-scratcher than must-have. From odd gizmos and perplexing apps to wacky services no one ever…
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tomch/istockphoto Crock-Pot to Google: 26 Trademarks That Are Now Everyday Terms
While author Mary Shelley never bothered to name the iconic monster in her book “Frankenstein,” most people refer to him — as well as the fictional doctor who created him — by that name. Similar mislabelling happens to all sorts…
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AntonioGuillem/istockphoto 24 Most Cringe-Worthy Commercials of All Time
Not Ready for Primetime A well-thought-out commercial can pay off big time for a company, but the opposite is also true: Half-baked ideas can come back to haunt them in…
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Moving Moment/shutterstock 20 Cheap and Tasty Ideas for Chips and Dip
From quick pantry dips to homemade chips, these easy chips and dip recipes are perfect for parties, potlucks, and casual gatherings.
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Courtesy of amazon.com 18 Party Products That’ll Upgrade Your Super Bowl Spread
Remember: It’s not whether you win or lose, it’s how you create an awesome atmosphere at your Super Bowl party! This year, none of your food options will flounder thanks…
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dolgachov/istockphoto 19 Reasons You Need to Have MoviePass
In these days of digital streaming and comfy home theaters, the movie theater attendance numbers are on the decline. One innovation aimed at bucking that trend has come in the…
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simonkr/istockphoto 11 Benefits of Banking with Credit Unions Instead of Banks
Credit unions remain an often overlooked and misunderstood alternative when it comes to consumer banking. Only about 16 percent of Americans use a credit union as their primary financial institution,…
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©TripAdvisor Pricey Ski Resorts and Where to Go Instead
Big-name ski areas like Whistler and Vail are fantastic, storied places with a bevy of snow-covered runs — but they’re also fantastic places to drain your wallet. Skiing doesn’t have…
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gerenme/istockphoto 15 Superfoods to Help You Eat Healthy This Winter
Eating healthy can seem like a challenge in winter, with the absence of fresh fruits and vegetables and the cold weather encouraging cravings for baked goods and hearty fare. It’s…
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esolla/istockphoto 13 Restrictive Diets You Should Think Twice About Trying
When it comes to diet, there is no one catch-all solution. These days, there are so many fads and extreme diets, some of which may work well for some people…
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mauhorng/istockphoto 18 National Parks You Have to Visit This Winter
For many Americans, national parks are a staple of summer road trips, not winter getaways. But winter can be a perfect time to see the sites at many parks, when…
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Africa Studio/shutterstock 15 Portion-Control Tools to Help Dieters Slim Down for Less
A New Year’s resolution to lose weight and establish healthy habits may seem to demand a pricey diet plan. But there’s a simpler — and cheaper — approach: portion control.…
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FatCamera/istockphoto 12 Cheap and Easy Winter Weekend Getaways
More Americans are planning weekend getaways — last year it was 78 percent of respondents to a survey by car renter Enterprise, while 85 percent look forward to one this…
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Steve Cukrov/shutterstock 17 Tips for a Budget-Friendly Awards Show Party
For those of you planning to throw an Academy Awards party (or a soiree for the SAG Awards, Grammys, or Golden Globes), here’s how to roll out the red carpet…
