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SpeedKingz/shutterstock 10 Tricks to Updating Your Wardrobe at the Thrift Store
Thrift store shopping has always been popular among frugal consumers, but in the past few years more people seem to be browsing. The hipster look and even pop culture moments such as the Grammy-winning “Thrift Shop” by Macklemore and Ryan…
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Antonio Guillem/shutterstock 10 Tips for Living on a College Student Budget
College students are big spenders, but most of that money goes toward tuition — aside from a few dollars here and there for noodles or a Netflix subscription. With the right mindset and a few tricks up their sleeves, students…
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gorillaimages/shutterstock 11 Ways to Get Organized for the Back-to-School Chaos
It’s almost time to head back to school, which means it’s time to get the house in tip-top shape for an organized and successful school year. These clever tips can head off chaos without adding to the expense of back-to-school…
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Helder Almeida/shutterstock 10 Tools Under $20 That Everyone Should Own
Whether you’ve decided to finally bite the bullet and try your hand at home maintenance and repairs or are looking for a new, rewarding hobby in DIY and need to figure out where to start, the first thing you’re going…
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Chubykin Arkady/shutterstock 12 Family Trips to Get Kids Ready to Head Back to School
Kids across the country will soon be heading back to school, but there’s still time to squeeze in a final family outing before summer vacation ends. A family trip that combines education and fun could be just the ticket to…
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andrea lehmkuhl/shutterstock How to Road Trip the Right Way With an Electric Car
Electric cars are no longer a novelty, though if you own one for commuting, you still might have anxiety about an extended road trip. The good news is, your electric car is gaining ground on old-fashioned gas-guzzlers when it comes…
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UTBP/shutterstock 21 Tips for Moving to a Big City on a Small Budget
Moving to a booming big city is a common goal for many new graduates, suburbanites, and small-town residents across the nation. But relocating can bring all sorts of costs and…
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Antonio Guillem/shutterstock How to Not Look Like a Tourist
It’s not hard to spot a tourist. They’re the ones slowing down locals on the sidewalk, snapping the same old cliché photos, and sticking out in conspicuous and impractical clothes.…
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Phovoir/shutterstock 15 Sunscreen Myths You Need to Ignore
You may know that you need to apply sunscreen year-round, not just as a summer precaution, but there are quite a few myths and bits of misinformation floating around that…
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Antonio Guillem/shutterstock 15 Ways to Simplify Your Finances
Money is a big source of stress — in fact, nearly three-fourths of respondents reported money worries in a 2014 survey by the American Psychological Association. If financial stress is…
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muratart/shutterstock 28 Top Solar Eclipse Events Across the Country
A total transcontinental solar eclipse arrives Aug. 21, America’s first since 1918 and the only one until 2024. With an approximately 70-mile-wide path from Oregon to South Carolina, even partial…
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Kzenon/shutterstock 10 Ways to Save on School Supplies
The list of required school supplies varies by grade and school, but there are staples that nearly every child needs. With a few sharp tactics, shopping for school supplies can…
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George Rudy/shutterstock 13 Ways to Lower Your Rent
Rental prices aren’t set in stone, even in highly competitive markets, so elbow grease and negotiation skills can yield hefty savings. Just ask Davis Nguyen, an associate at the management…
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canovass/shutterstock 20 Cheap and Easy Cheesecake Recipes
Is it cake? Is it pie? Who cares? Find a savory escape with the cool, creamy taste of cheesecake. This selection of recipes — including a few spins on classic…
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wavebreakmedia/shutterstock 11 Exercises to Improve Your Sex Life
For a little extra motivation to exercise, consider focusing on moves that up your game in bed, enhancing the experience for you and a partner. Incorporating some into a workout…
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Valentyn Volkov/shutterstock 40 Wines From Online Merchants Costing $20 or Less
Wine doesn’t have to be expensive to be good, though finding high-quality cheap wine can be challenging. Large online retailers such as Wine.com and Amazon offer good prices by buying…
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Monkey Business Images/shutterstock 10 Gadgets to Make Your Child a Star This School Year
Back-to-school shopping these days doesn’t stop at a new wardrobe, a new lunchbox, and a list of supplies. Kids also demand new technology, some of which is essential for keeping…
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AdaCo/shutterstock 16 Best Small Cruises From Around the World
With their crowds, restaurants, shopping, nightclubs, and even skydiving, big cruises are like being on a floating city, and the ensuing lines and battles over poolside chairs can be a…
