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Dreaming of cruising around in a luxury car without breaking the bank? You’re in for some good news! Owning a high-end vehicle doesn’t always have to be expensive. When you’re looking to buy an affordable luxury car, it’s important to hunt for the best deals and ensure it’s in great condition with a reliable check …

Drivers in Lafayette, Indiana, are getting a great deal on gas at Sam’s Club, where it’s priced at just $1.39 per gallon. According to AAA, the current national average is $2.04, which is over 25% less than it was this time last year. Tom Kloza, the lead oil analyst with the Oil Price Information Service, …

Maintaining a home can really add up, especially when it comes to replacing worn-out appliances. Like many, I’m not too keen on spending a lot for new ones, especially since they don’t seem to last that long these days. So, I’ve figured out some smart tips on where and how to buy appliances without busting …

Everyone living in a home, whether they own or rent, will eventually need to buy or swap out appliances. Even though it’s easy to forget about when budgeting each month, this task requires some smart planning due to the potential high costs. So, when should you start looking for new appliances? Nowadays, appliances don’t last …

Over the past few months, American consumers haven’t been spending as much as expected. But now, it looks like they’re getting back to shopping, although they’re being more choosy about it. Retail has always been a tough, competitive field, much like the ‘survival of the fittest.’ Recently, this has become even more obvious as we …

Black Friday is still a few weeks away, but many retailers have already started building excitement for the big shopping day. Recently, Sears announced it’s opening at 8:00 PM on Thanksgiving and staying open for 26 hours straight. Meanwhile, Kohl’s plans to launch its Black Friday deals on Wednesday, Nov. 21, so that shoppers are …

Getting ready for a new baby doesn’t have to break the bank. You can save a lot by buying used items, but some things, like car seats, need extra thought when buying secondhand. Car Seats 101 It’s illegal to sell a car seat that’s been in an accident, although this sometimes happens without the seller’s …

My husband and I usually stick with our cars for a long time, finding one we like and keeping it. However, we changed our approach a bit when we bought a secondhand Honda Civic a year and a half ago without considering our growing family. This prompted us to start looking at larger SUVs as …

I love enjoying a nice glass of wine when I’m cooking dinner or after the kids have gone to bed. Let’s be real—parenting is no easy task! Of course, everyone’s tastes are different, but I like wines that offer diverse flavors, have a smooth texture, and don’t cost a fortune. Over time, I’ve gotten pretty …

We eventually realized we needed a new refrigerator, so now we’re on the lookout for the best deal available. Our current fridge was bought second-hand for just $50 about two and a half years ago. Back then, we had to downsize from a one-bedroom apartment to a cozy backyard guesthouse because we had just gotten …