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What to include in a minimalist wedding registry

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One of the things I struggled with the most while planning my wedding was registering for gifts. My fiancée and I are both past 30. We have a stocked kitchen. Our home lacks for nothing, really. Then there is the issue of space. We already live in a small space and don't have much room for more … [Read more...] about What to include in a minimalist wedding registry

Buy your own smart router and save on internet costs

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While companies like Comcast, Cox, Verizon, AT&T, and CenturyLink try to lease you a modem and router combo for your internet service, you are not required to take it. Instead, you can buy your own modem and router to own your own device and avoid that monthly fee. This post … [Read more...] about Buy your own smart router and save on internet costs

How to save on internet costs by buying your own modem

When you sign up for broadband Internet service, you need a modem that converts the digital signal into something your computers, phones, TVs and other connected devices can talk to. The big cable and phone companies make it very easy for you by offering to rent you a modem to use, but you don’t … [Read more...] about How to save on internet costs by buying your own modem

8 reasons to choose an Amazon wedding registry

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Getting engaged and planning a wedding often means that a friend or family member will offer to throw you a bridal shower, and Amazon Wedding Registry will make the gifting part easy for you and your guests. Bridal showers stem from the old-fashioned practice of the bride needing a dowry to marry … [Read more...] about 8 reasons to choose an Amazon wedding registry

Cheap stocking stuffers for kids

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Granted, the video game crowd is hard to impress, but every kid deserves a goody-filled stocking on Christmas morning. To keep from breaking the bank on this beloved Christmas tradition, think cheap when you’re looking for stocking stuffers. Traditional stocking stuffers that are relatively … [Read more...] about Cheap stocking stuffers for kids

Old-school, no-tech gifts for kids

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Technology is great, but when it come to younger children, it has not-so-great aspects, including the creation of ecowaste, negative effects on children's attention spans and problems associated with social media use by preteens. And, less importantly but of more immediate significance, the … [Read more...] about Old-school, no-tech gifts for kids

50 white-elephant gift exchange ideas

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White Elephant gift exchanges, or as some call them, Yankee Swaps, are about as popular as ugly Christmas sweater parties. Finding the perfect gift can be difficult because there are often a variety of people participating, and you may have to gear the appropriateness around the type of party: … [Read more...] about 50 white-elephant gift exchange ideas

10 great gifts for under $10

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Does your Christmas gift list stretch from here to the mailbox? Do you need to buy for aunts, uncles, cousins, nieces and nephews as well as your immediate family? That can add up to a hefty credit card bill come January. We have some ideas for great gifts you can get for under $10 – where … [Read more...] about 10 great gifts for under $10

Shop special Groupon Deals Oct. 7-14

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The beginning of October is shaping up to be a fall savings fest, between Target's Deal Days Oct. 6-8, Amazon's first-ever second Prime Day Oct. 11 and 12, and now Groupon Day Oct . 14, with early savings starting now. If you're not already saving on Groupon deals, sign up here; membership is … [Read more...] about Shop special Groupon Deals Oct. 7-14

How to simplify your life (in 3 easy steps)

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You want to simplify your life, but don't know where or how to start. Maybe you’re thinking about retirement, or you’re looking to change jobs, or the return to work and school seems overwhelming again. Your journey to happiness starts now. When I think of the word “simplify” I am reminded of … [Read more...] about How to simplify your life (in 3 easy steps)

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15 ways to save money on vacation

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You’ve booked an affordable vacation, but what happens when you arrive at your destination and your brain enters vacation mode? Suddenly, you’ve forgotten your budget, and are jumping at all the you-only-live-once vacation purchases: restaurants, excursions, souvenirs and the like. You can still … [Read more...] about 15 ways to save money on vacation

Free Museum Day in September and 8 other ways to visit museums on the cheap

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I'm a culture junkie. Whether it's an art museum or a history center, I want to check it out, and whenever it houses a new temporary exhibition, it lures me in again. The downside of my addiction: Admission fees add up quickly. To get my fix without breaking the bank, I use a few tricks to score … [Read more...] about Free Museum Day in September and 8 other ways to visit museums on the cheap

Affordable Father’s Day gifts that aren’t neckties

Father's Day is coming — step away from the tie rack. The world of online shopping can offer you tons of creative and affordable Father's Day gift ideas that are not the cliched necktie. Whether you need to pick up a cheap and easy Dad gift that's still thoughtful, or have a little more cash to … [Read more...] about Affordable Father’s Day gifts that aren’t neckties

10 great affordable gadget gifts

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This list of gifts would make perfect stocking stuffers or gifts for guys and girls who love gadgets. The best part is that they are all affordable, with most less than $35, and you can get free shipping if your order total is over a certain amount. Most of these are items that I've given in the … [Read more...] about 10 great affordable gadget gifts

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