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haoliang/istockphoto Cheap and Easy Recipes for a Healthy You in the New Year
Going back to the basics and whole foods is the key to creating healthy and cheap dishes from breakfast to dinner. It’s easy to make delicious and easy recipes ranging from entire meals to tasty snacks to soups that everyone…
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Gabe O. / Yelp Fast Food Chains That Serve Alcohol
In many countries, especially in Europe, alcohol is served almost everywhere. In Portugal, for example, you can order a draft beer in a bakery. But in the U.S., strict liquor laws and pricey licenses keep fast-food spots mostly dry. But…
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EmirMemedovski/istockphoto 10 Mistakes to Avoid When Creating a Household Budget
Creating a household budget is a challenging task, but it’s also one of the most necessary. The internet is full of tips from self-styled personal finance “experts,” but which advice is correct and will help you get through every month…
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iStock / Cheapism 7 Things You Should Never Do on New Year’s Eve
Who wants to start the new year off right? Show of hands! Everyone, right? Heading into 2025, there are some simple ways to make sure your 2025 sails smoothly right from the start by steering clear of some mistakes on…
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Ray Tamarra / Getty The Best Movies to Watch on New Year’s Eve
New Year’s Eve is far better spent at home than at a bar; we all know this. Whether you’re just relaxing at home this year or need something on the screen in the background of your party, here are 10…
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LauriPatterson/istockphoto 15 Unexpected Things to Make In Your Waffle Maker
If you’ve already burned through too many waffles after getting a waffle iron for Christmas and swearing off frozen waffles (for now, at least), you might be looking for something more creative to get griddling. Belgian waffles are so 2024…
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CatLane/istockphoto 12 New Year’s Resolutions To Save Money — and How To Keep Them
The new year is one of the most popular times to start working on your finances. However, simply deciding to “save more money in 2025” isn’t a smart goal. Instead,…
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andresr/istockphoto States with the Highest and Lowest Property Tax Rates
When you’re a homeowner, there are so many things you have to pay for, like surprise repairs, basic maintenance, and, of course, property taxes. And just like all other home-related…
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Artsanova/istockphoto This Is America’s Most Expensive Fast-Food Chain, Study Finds
Fast food is supposed to be quick and cheap, period. Alas, some chains charge outrageous prices that make diners feel like they’ve ordered a Michelin-starred meal. A new study reveals which…
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gilaxia/istockphoto 25 Tips for Throwing a Great New Year’s Eve Party on the Cheap
Who says you have to spend big to celebrate big? With clever planning, you can throw a memorable New Year’s party that’s not only fun and fabulous — but also…
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Valeriya/istockphoto Pet Food Recalled For Bird Flu Contamination After Cat Dies
It seems like not a single day passes without a major recall, but here we are again. Our newest recall comes in the form of cat food, courtesy of Northwest…
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FG Trade/istockphoto 11 Festive Drinks To Light Up Your Holiday Season
The holidays are a time for joy, gatherings, and, for some, plenty of drinks. Whether you’re hosting a crowd or enjoying a quiet night by the fire, the perfect festive…
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Urilux/istockphoto 10 Cheap Fish You Should Avoid and What To Buy Instead
As any trip to the fish market will reveal, seafood isn’t always cheap. Still, people like to eat it, and when there’s a seeming bargain on a particular variety, it’s…
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Cheapism/FG Trade/webphotographeer/istockphoto Surprising Habits of Millionaires and Billionaires
There are numerous ways you have to map out your life differently if you’re looking to make more money than the majority of folks trying to navigate life’s ups and…
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Cheapism / karandaev/bymuratdeniz/istockphoto You Should 100% Never Order These Foods On A First Date
Some foods can be disagreeable with almost anyone’s digestive system, while other foods might throw your body into harm’s way if you have a life-threatening allergy. And watching what you…
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Rawpixel/istockphoto 10 States With the Best Restaurant Scenes
There are neighborhoods within cities that have great food scenes. There are countries that seem to have the best eats anywhere (hello, Italy). But there are also specific states that…
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Drazen Zigic/istockphoto 17 Creative Ways To Use Up Leftover Soup
Can’t stomach the idea of eating soup for a third day in a row? Here’s an idea: Take your leftover soup and make a completely new dish. From a tasty…
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MelanieMaya/istockphoto 9 Pizza Chains That Make Their Dough Fresh In-House
Pizza is pretty basic — dough, sauce, cheese, done. But when there’s nothing to hide behind, every ingredient has to pull its weight. That’s why pizza dough is the backbone…