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Tiny Heirloom DIY Kit Homes We’d Build Right Now
Did you know you can buy a new house online? For as little as $500 you can buy the plans for a DIY kit home that you can finish to your own specs. If you’ve got more to spend, you…
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Cheapism / Erich V. / Yelp / Danny Jensen / Pizza Hat 7 Copycat Fast-Food Restaurants You Never Knew About
Ever notice a restaurant you think you recognize at first, but then realize it’s something else? You might be staring at a classic fast-food restaurant copycat, which our world is absolutely chock-full of, especially abroad. From Pizza Hat to Burger…
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Cheapism / O&H Danish Bakery / Travis Wise (CC BY) / bhofack2/istockphoto 10 Midwestern Dessert Recipes Perfect for Summer
There’s so much talk about Southern cakes and other regional desserts, but the Midwest is not to be slept on when it comes to after-dinner delicacies. From frozen custard to buckeye balls, here are some of the best Midwestern desserts…
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Cheapism / bhofack2/istockphoto / Safeway / atomich/istockphoto 10 Culinary Atrocities That Begin With a Can of Chicken
Whether you’re trying to save money or lose weight, using a staple like chicken breast can provide a boost of protein without a lot of added calories. And if you don’t like handling raw chicken, canned chicken can be a…
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yulkapopkova/istockphoto 44 Well-Made Products You’ll Never Have to Buy Again
Lifetime guarantees are increasingly rare in the retail world, but consumers bear at least some of the blame. A horde of online dumpster divers forced L.L. Bean to discontinue its lifetime guarantee after they raided secondhand shops for goods they…
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Depositphotos.com Never Bring These 10 Foods to a Potluck Party
Originating in the 1930s during the Great Depression, potlucks are the tried-and-true tradition of communal dining where everyone contributes a dish. You’ll usually see a little bit of everything: cheesy casseroles, spicy pasta salads, sweet homemade pies, and hearty chili. But…
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Cheapism / Asiah C./Yelp / Kevin D./Yelp / Alan A./Yelp America’s Absolute Best Truck Stops for Breakfast
If you’ve ever gone on a road trip in the US, you’ll know that McDonalds and Arby’s are not your only options for sustenance. Truck stops, all-night diners and petrol…
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Cheapism / Wolterk/istockphoto Fast-Food Hack: How to Score 50-Cent Bread Loaves at This Popular Sandwich Shop
Of all the fast-food hacks we’ve heard about, there is one that flies under the radar that continuously gets slept on. Jimmy John’s sells their bread from the day before…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism 9 Affordable Frozen Fish Options You Should Always Buy at Trader Joe’s
Fresh seafood isn’t always the most accessible thing, and when you’re buying the frozen stuff, it’s good to go with a supplier you trust. Trader Joe’s has an extremely high…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism If You Drink Only One Hard Seltzer This Summer, Make It This One
If you find yourself by a beach, pool, or lake (or even just your front porch), that’s an experience only made better with an ice-cold beverage. It’s hard seltzer season,…
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Wilder Shaw / Cheapism / The Gravy Train Food Truck / Trucial E. / Yelp The Best Food Truck in Every State
There was a time when food trucks were synonymous with dirty, unclean food, but that’s always been an unfair judgment. Over the last 15 years, food trucks have exploded in…
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Cheapism/Pizza Hut/Yelp/Papa John’s Best Cheap Pizza Deals: Offers & Discounts Near You in May 2024
Deals and Discounts Pizza Hut Domino’s Papa Johns Little Caesars Papa Murphy’s Jet’s Pizza Marco’s Round Table Hungry Howie’s Chuck E. Cheese Cicis Old Chicago Blaze Pizza Price Comparisons Pizza…
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Cheapism / DALL-E 3 Kiwis, Onions, and 9 Other Foods You’re Probably Cutting All Wrong
Cutting fruits and vegetables can often feel daunting, especially when the result is a messy kitchen or wasted food. Many of us are also guilty of cutting our produce in…
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Cheapism / piola666/Ruth Peterkin/Rattankun Thongbun/istockphoto 6 Weird and Surprising Things You’ll Find on a Cruise Ship
Even if you think you’re a seasoned cruiser, there are some hidden features of cruise ships you might not know about — and some you might even stumble upon while on…
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Cheapism; MychkoAlezander / iStock; bhofack2 / iStock 7 Southern Salad Recipes That Don’t Include Any Lettuce at All
Lettuce certainly has its place at the table, offering both fiber and essential nutrients. But when you’re in the mood for a break from the leafy green and want to…
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Cheapism / Amazon / Heritage Auctions 10 Vinyl Records You Might Own That Are Now Worth a Fortune
Thanks to their historical significance and rarity, certain vintage records have become highly coveted among collectors and music enthusiasts. As the digital age progresses, the tangiblity and analog sound of…
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LaylaBird/istockphoto Broke on Mother’s Day? Here Are 8 Sweet and Thoughtful Gestures To Show Mom You Care
When it comes to Mother’s Day, thoughtful and sweet gestures are worth their weight in gold (or flowers). Luckily, you don’t have to break the bank to show mom how…
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Cheapism / Walmart / doug4537/ArtMarie/istockphoto Bite Back: 7 Affordable Ways To Rid Your Yard of Mosquitoes Naturally
Summer is marked by warm weather, long days spent outside, and sunkissed skin — dotted with mosquito bites. Mosquitos are literally summer’s biggest buzzkill and professional lawn spraying services can be…