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10 Best Places to Buy Contact Lenses Online

Tom Blake — Fri, 01 Sep 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Like anything else you buy, if you want to save money on contacts, shopping for deals from the right retailers is crucial. Thankfully, numerous retailers can help contact lens wearers save money. If you’re tired of overpaying for this necessary expense, these are the places to shop.

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13 Best Places to Buy Prescription Eyeglasses for Cheap (Online / In-Store)

Tom Blake — Wed, 12 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The average consumer spends nearly $130 for their frames — not including lenses. Thankfully, there are ways to save money on glasses if you know where to shop. Thanks to these retailers, there’s no longer a reason to pay full price for your next frame upgrade or new pair of glasses.

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Extreme Couponing 101: Save Over 80% on Groceries

Tom Blake — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 04:42:00 +0000

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, the average American family spends more than $8,000 on food and personal care products. That’s a significant portion of many families’ annual income. With rising food prices and broader inflation, costs aren’t likely to go down anytime soon. Fortunately, there are already numerous ways to save money on

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How Much Clothing Alterations Cost – 6 Ways Tailors Can Save You Money

Amy Livingston — Wed, 05 Jul 2023 11:00:00 +0000

There’s nothing so frustrating as having a closetful of clothes and nothing to wear. But with the help of a good tailor, you can turn all your near misses into perfect fits. But altering clothes isn’t always worth it. Find out how much tailors cost and what’s worthy of their attention.

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12 Best Hotel Booking Apps of 2022 – Get Cheap Deals on Rooms

G. Brian Davis — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 10:00:00 +0000

A hotel booking app can help save you time, hassle, and money when planning your next trip. They aggregate options to provide you with an abundance of choices and discounts. To get the best deals, download these heavy hitters and check them all before you book.

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28 Unique Gift Ideas for Someone Who Already Has Everything

G. Brian Davis — Sat, 10 Jun 2023 21:45:00 +0000

We all have them in our lives: friends and family members who seem to have everything. They can feel impossible to shop for. But all is not lost. It’s easier than ever to buy outstanding gifts for even the most challenging recipient. Here are 25 practical, thoughtful ideas anyone will appreciate.

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13 Best Price Comparison Websites for Smart Shoppers (2024)

Brian Martucci — Tue, 23 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Amid the chaos of digital retail, quality online comparison-shopping engines — otherwise known as price-comparison tools — are bright guiding lights for shoppers short on time and money. And these are some of the best price-comparison app options on the market right now.

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7 Best Credit Cards for Online Shopping – Reviews & Comparison

Brian Martucci — Fri, 19 May 2023 12:00:00 +0000

The best credit cards for online shopping boast above-average rewards and potentially valuable cardholder perks for shoppers who prefer to do the bulk of their purchasing digitally. Which is best for you?

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How to Buy a Car – 15 Essential Tips to Get the Best Deal

Brian Martucci — Wed, 10 May 2023 05:38:00 +0000

Most Americans own at least one vehicle, or live in a household where someone does. So buying a car is a reality you’ll probably have to face sooner or later — even if you can put it off for a while. Might as well do your best to get a good deal on it, right?

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26 Creative Ideas for a Romantic Date Night at Home (on a Budget)

Sarah Graves — Wed, 03 May 2023 21:00:00 +0000

We’ve all heard that regular date nights are important to keep a marriage healthy and strong. Yet these days, everyone is busy, tired, and overspent. Add kids to the mix, and it only gets harder to prioritize each other in the midst of the daily chaos that is raising a family. Regardless, a solid marriage

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8 Best Mobile Coupon Apps to Save Money Shopping With Your Smartphone

Brian Martucci — Fri, 28 Apr 2023 12:14:00 +0000

Extreme couponing is a great way to save money on the things you buy everyday. Done the old-fashioned way – clipping physical coupons from newspapers, flyers, and catalogs – it’s also extremely time- and energy-consuming. Let’s face it: No matter how frugal they fancy themselves, most consumers simply don’t have the bandwidth to coupon on

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17 Best Deal Websites and Online Shopping Platforms for Deep Discounts

Brian Martucci — Tue, 25 Apr 2023 11:00:00 +0000

Countless websites offer compelling discounts, deals, and coupons for budget-conscious shoppers. But the quality of these tools varies widely. Shoppers hoping to avoid checkout disappointment need to know which they can rely on and which they can safely pass on.

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What is Cash App & How Does It Work?

Brian Martucci — Mon, 24 Apr 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Cash App is an easy way to send and receive funds, pay merchants, and manage day-to-day expenses. But is it a bank? And if not, how can you be sure it's safe?

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Why Some Stores Are Not Accepting Cash – Is It Legal & What to Do

Amy Livingston — Sun, 09 Apr 2023 20:01:00 +0000

There have always been some retailers that don't accept credit cards. Now, an increasing number of businesses are accepting cards and digital payments while refusing to take cash. If that seems confusing to you, you’re not alone. But why do they do it — and is it even legal?

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What Is the Sharing Economy – Example Companies, Definition, Pros & Cons

Brian Martucci — Sun, 02 Apr 2023 18:30:00 +0000

Some call it the gig economy. Others call it the peer economy. Others, the collaborative economy, or “collaborative consumption.” Still others, the sharing economy. Tomayto, tomahto. More important than what it’s called is what it is. As Fast Company contributor Rachael Botsman pointed out in a now-classic article on the topic, the sharing economy has

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The Best Places to Buy Wine Online of 2024

Amy Livingston — Tue, 17 Jan 2023 14:00:00 +0000

Finding great wine online is easier than ever. Online, you’ve got a vast selection of wines at your fingertips. It’s easy to search by vintage or grape variety. And like other forms of online shopping, you can do it in your pajamas. And these are the best online wine retailers.

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Amazon Prime Review – Is it a Good Value for the Cost?

Brian Martucci — Mon, 03 Oct 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Amazon Prime is one of the most popular retail loyalty programs in U.S. history. But why is it so popular? And is it really a good value for the cost? To decide for yourself, take a closer look at Amazon Prime's core features and member perks.

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14 Walmart Shopping Tips & Tricks to Save Money

Tom Blake — Thu, 22 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Walmart’s claim to fame is offering exceptional value on a wide selection of products at competitively low prices. It may have retired the Savings Catcher, but there are still plenty of effective Walmart saving hacks savvy shoppers can use to keep even more money in their wallets.

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Walmart+ vs. Amazon Prime — Which Is Better?

Amy Livingston — Thu, 15 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Are you better off with Amazon Prime or Walmart+? A comparison of the two shows there may be more differences than similarities, so choose carefully.

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10 Inexpensive Countries Where $2,000/Month Buys the Good Life

G. Brian Davis — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 11:00:00 +0000

Are you tired of working yourself to the bone just to live paycheck-to-paycheck in a boring American neighborhood? If you’re open to adventure, you can live a comfortable middle-class lifestyle on $2,000 per month in these safe, inexpensive, beautiful countries.

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