If you’re looking to get a head start on your Halloween shopping, Target has already opened its beloved Hyde & Eek Boutique online, and we’re not even out of July. The festive decor includes a pumpkin skeleton that’s 5 feet, 4 inches tall for just $40! Target’s Posable Pumpkin Skeleton measures 64 inches and features …
The Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced that Family Dollar has initiated a voluntary recall of numerous toiletry products that were “inadvertently” shipped to stores. The FDA says the products, which include toothpaste, lotions and medications, were stored outside the labeled temperature requirements. The products were shipped between May 1 and June 10. Customers can …
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It’s estimated that more than 43 million Americans carry student loan debt with an average monthly payment of $460. That can be a heavy financial burden, but the good news is that help might be available through your employer. According to a 2019 survey report from the International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, 92% of U.S. …
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Mega Millions is expected to have its third-largest jackpot ever on July 26, reaching at least $790 million. While your odds of winning might be one in over 300 million, the prospect of winning such a large jackpot might have you wondering what should you do if you win the jackpot. According to State Farm, the …
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Millions of people who drive a Hyundai or Kia may be eligible for a free replacement engine under a recent class action settlement. The trouble is that many car owners don’t know it and are paying big repair bills or even scrapping their cars when faced with a major engine repair bill. Rolanda Underwood was …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.If watching TV and scrolling through the internet are some of your favorite pastimes, there’s a chance …
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Many people are looking to earn a little extra money these days, without having to leave home. So what would you think of letting your yard go to the dogs? Yes, you can now make cash renting out your backyard to man’s best friend. Jenni Dehart is a dog lover who is turning her love …
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If it seems as though you’re not only spending more at the grocery store but you’re also getting less, you are probably correct. It’s a practice known as shrinkflation, or downsizing products but charging the same amount, and experts say it is on the rise. What Is Shrinkflation? Shrinkflation is a sneaky way that brands …
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Mars, Inc., the candy company behind iconic brands including Skittles, is facing a class-action lawsuit filed in California that alleges it violated three consumer laws, including that the colorful sweets contains a toxin considered “unfit for human consumption.” According to the lawsuit filed by Jenile Thames in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District …
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Have you purchased freeze-dried blueberries recently? If so, you should check the label. The Food and Drug Administration has just warned consumers that freeze-dried blueberries sold under the brand name Natierra may be contaminated with lead. Natierra, which belongs to the BrandStorm, Inc. company, has voluntarily recalled products that have potential lead contamination. This includes …
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The average price of a gallon of gas has dropped 50 cents in the last month, and analysis indicates the price may drop below $4 a gallon next month. According to Patrick De Haan, head of petroleum analysis at gas price tracking site GasBuddy, the average gallon of gas is projected to hit $3.99 a …
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There is likely little doubt the cost of going to the gas station or the grocery is impacting your life and your wallet. The latest report from the Bureau of Labor and Statistics reports a 9.1% inflation rate, the highest since 1981. That means goods and services are on average 9.1% more expensive today than …
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2022 has been the summer of the “flightmare.” Every weekend comes reports of hundreds (if not thousands) of canceled flights, lost luggage and long delays. It all had traveler Tamara Mims very nervous. “My flight doesn’t leave till 4, so I am having a little anxiety about it being delayed,” she said, rushing to catch …
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The Federal Communications Commission has taken another step to protect consumers from robocall scammers. The agency is moving to permanently block spam auto warranty robocalls, the top unwanted call complaint filed by consumers for the past two years. On July 7, the FCC announced a series of actions to prevent the calls that target billions …
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Have you ever been charged extra to sit next to your child on an airplane? As if traveling with kids wasn’t stressful enough, that stress gets compounded when you arrive at the airport and realize your seat assignments placed your toddler in the back of the plane and you in the front. In order to …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Dressing like a member of the British royal family doesn’t necessarily mean you have to shell out …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Few things go together better on a summer night than friends, family and a fire pit. But, …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Finding the right blazer not only adds a touch of class to your wardrobe, but also expands …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Calling all French fry fans! Wednesday, July 13, is National French Fry Day, and multiple restaurants are …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Aging, hormonal imbalances, stress, damage caused by makeup, curling or extensions and genetics can all contribute to …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Are you planning a big summer getaway and need new luggage? Amazon has a deal for Prime …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Amazon Prime Day 2022 is here, and we’re all trying to find the best deals! The two-day …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Amazon Prime Day 2022 is happening right now, July 12-13. The annual shopping event is a way …
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If you’re tackling a home improvement project this summer, you should find it easier to find a contractor for the job than last year. But that doesn’t mean there won’t be delays due to ongoing supply chain issues. Adam Crowell of ProMaster Home Repair says his team is starting to catch up with the backlog …
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According to a survey by AdoptAClassroom.org, teachers spent an average of $750 of their own money on school supplies for the 2020-2021 school year, which is the highest amount ever. They may spend even more during the coming school year with current inflation. Parents of students can help by buying extra items on their child’s …
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California Gov. Gavin Newsom announced on July 7 that his state would begin producing affordable insulin to help fight the high prices of this essential medication. The governor approved a budget earmarking $100 million for the state to contract and create insulin at a price he called “close to at cost.” The governor shared a …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Amazon Prime Days make up one of the best times to score deals all year, but if …
It may be the thick of summer, but back-to-school time is just around the corner. Shopping for school supplies can be easier on your wallet when you start early and find great deals. If you’re a Sam’s Club member, you can stock up on several essentials at budget-friendly prices. From complete back-to-school kits to art …
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Amazon Prime Day 2022 is July 12 and 13, with two days of great deals this year. But it also brings opportunities for scammers, if you are not careful. And not every deal is the best. Prime member Megan Allen uses Prime Day to stock up on home goods. “I usually buy things for around …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Target is bringing back its teacher discount ahead of the 2022-2023 school year — and the discount …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Amazon Prime Day 2022 is officially here! Now through July 13, you’ll find sales across the site, …
The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.As if Amazon Prime Day and the many other benefits you can get as a subscriber to …
The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Picture yourself sitting in your backyard or on your front porch on a warm summer night with …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.If you have dreamed of a romantic Italian wedding, this could be the opportunity of a lifetime. …
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Remember when the pandemic hit, how we all scooped up athleisure wear, furniture and exercise equipment for our homes? With stimulus checks dried up, and soaring gas prices this year, we’re not buying as much anymore. As a result, many retailers who ordered too much during the pandemic are suddenly finding themselves stuck with too …
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It’s pretty typical to see gas prices increase before a busy travel weekend like the Fourth of July, but with gas prices already higher than we’ve seen in years, prices are actually going down for the third week in a row. After a drop for the second week in a row last week to $4.89, the …
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Family and friends gathering on the Fourth of July for food and fun is a longstanding tradition. But inflation is no joke. According to Wells Fargo’s July Fourth Food Inflation Report, a get-together for 10 people could cost about 11% more than last year. Along with barbecue essentials like meat, bread, beer and packaged goods …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Have you been keeping an eye out for a big deal on a trendy robot vacuum? Sure, …
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If you’ve ever had to return a product to the store, then you know the drill. First, you drive to the store or call the online retailer to get the details on how to get a refund and the best way to return the item, whether in person or via mail. Then, you have to …
Nissan has recalled one of their SUV models due to hoods popping up unexpectedly and blocking the driver’s view. The vehicle involved in the recall is 2013 to 2016 Pathfinders. According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the secondary hood latch could malfunction and remain unlatched when the hood is closed. This could cause …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.In honor of the upcoming July Fourth holiday, one chain of gas stations has decided it wants …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Bath & Body Works’ semi-annual sale is online and in stores now, with markdowns on dozens of …
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We’re all paying close attention to how much we’re spending at the pump, which may explain why more people are now noticing “hold fees” tacked on to their gasoline purchases. And as gas prices soar, those hold fees are rising, too. Linda Begley stopped to fill up her gas tank the other day. But this …
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We’re officially in the heat of summer, and just like with everything else this year, inflation is about to hit our electric bills, and possibly hard. Some utilities are predicting that July bills could be 10% to 20% higher than last year. Latrice Bess, filling her car with expensive groceries, worries about her next utility …
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The Supreme Court ruling to overturn federal abortion rights on June 24 has spurred some of the largest companies in the U.S. to make a decision on covering travel expenses for employees in need of abortion services. Companies began issuing statements about covering travel expenses for abortions some weeks ago, after a leaked memo from …
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Students who attended an El Paso, Texas-based college can kiss their student loan debt goodbye. The private student loans of more than 7,000 former Vista College students were bought and wiped out by the Rolling Jubilee Fund. The nonprofit social welfare organization canceled $16 million in private student loans. The fund is a sister project of …
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No matter how many numbers you block, it feels as if there’s no end to spam calls and text messages. Hannah Brockwell says she can’t even enjoy lunch with her husband without getting a suspicious phone call or text on her phone. At times, the caller could even be trying to scam you, like the …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.It’s officially summer, which means kids are out of school. But, unfortunately, it also means that parents …
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The products and services mentioned below were selected independent of sales and advertising. However, Don't Waste Your Money may receive a small commission from the purchase of any products or services through an affiliate link to the retailer's website.Professional-grade blenders give you the ability to make restaurant-quality items right in your own kitchen. With their …
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In 1937, when Americans were living through the struggles of the Great Depression, Kraft introduced its boxed macaroni and cheese. For 19 cents, a family of four could enjoy a creamy, comforting dish of cheesy noodles. The company sold 8 million boxes of macaroni and cheese in the first year. Now, customers purchase more than …
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