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Suraseth Jantarapat – istockphoto 12 Foods to Try From a Butcher, Baker, or Fishmonger Before Buying the Supermarket Version
Specialty shops offer foods and preparation options that supermarkets may not provide. From custom cuts of meat to freshly baked pastries and carefully selected seafood, these independent stores can help you find the right ingredients for your next meal.
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SolStock / iStockphoto Vacation Purchases That Are Cheaper After You Arrive
These 12 vacation purchases can cost less after you arrive, from souvenirs and groceries to local transportation, tours, and travel essentials.
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Zephyr18/istockphoto 15 Places You Should Definitely Never Ever Stand
Don’t just stand there! Here are a number of places where just standing around simply gets in the way.
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LazingBee/istockphoto 12 Mistakes to Avoid When Shopping on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace
Avoid 12 risky scams on Craigslist and Facebook Marketplace, including phishing, escrow fraud, and violent crime. See safety and payment tips.
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Loklbaho – istockphoto American Food Traditions Built Around Feeding a Crowd Cheaply
Discover 12 American food traditions that make it easy to feed large groups without spending a fortune. From Louisiana jambalaya to community pancake breakfasts, these dishes celebrate affordable ingredients and regional heritage.
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MychkoAlezander/istockphoto Super Easy Casserole Recipes You Can Make with Rotisserie Chicken
A $5 rotisserie chicken goes a long way. These comforting casserole recipes turn Costco or Sam’s Club chickens into easy, filling meals.
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TommL / iStockphoto Trip Planning Decisions That Matter More Than the Star Rating of Your Hotel
These trip planning decisions can matter more than hotel stars, from choosing the right neighborhood to avoiding extra costs and travel headaches.
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Andrii Borodai/istockphoto 15 Things You Should Probably Never Say at a Car Dealership
Learn what not to say at a car dealership to avoid overpaying. Spot common sales tactics, negotiate smarter, and get the best deal possible.
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Cheapism 12 Things You Did on a School Day in the ’70s That Kids Rarely Do Now
Remember school days in the 1970s? From metal lunch boxes to handwritten report cards, revisit 12 school routines kids rarely experience today.
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AndreyPopov/istockphoto 12 Situations Where You Should Never Share Your Social Security Number
From doctor’s offices to charities, here are 12 instances where you should keep your Social Security number safe from potential data breaches.
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sansara / iStockphoto 12 Local Food Customs Tourists Often Mistake for Restaurant Quirks
Discover 12 local food customs tourists often misunderstand, from Japan’s noodle slurping to Singapore’s reserved tables and Spain’s tapas.
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Art Wager / iStockphoto 12 Tourist Attractions Where the Cheapest Ticket Is Usually the Wrong Choice
These 12 tourist attractions offer upgrades worth considering, from historic tours to observation decks. Learn when paying more makes sense.
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bymuratdeniz – istockphoto 12 Everyday Products That Cost More Because People Use Too Much at Once
Discover 12 everyday household products that people often use in excessive amounts, wasting money without improving results. From laundry detergent and shampoo to toothpaste and flour, learn how to measure…
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Tyner Pong Farm 12 Purchases Boomers Remember Being Built to Last
From Singer sewing machines to cast-iron skillets, discover 12 products built to last that boomers remember using for decades.
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Cheapism 12 Jobs Teenagers Commonly Had in the ’80s That Are Harder to Find Today
From newspaper delivery routes to mall jobs, discover 12 teen jobs in the 1980s that were once common but are much harder to find today.
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LauriPaterson / iStockphoto 6 Cruise Ship Amenities Families Actually Use, and 6 That Sound Better in the Brochure
Discover 12 cruise ship amenities families may love or skip, from free kids’ clubs and family cabins to pricey arcades and headline attractions.
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monkeybusinessImages – istockphoto 12 Things Boomers Still Do to Save Money That Actually Work
Discover 12 money-saving habits of boomers that still work today, from smarter grocery shopping to avoiding unnecessary purchases.
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Cheapism 12 Things Every ’80s Kid Remembers Seeing in the School Cafeteria
From rectangular pizza to chocolate milk cartons, revisit 12 things every 1980s school cafeteria had that ’80s kids will never forget.
