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23 College Dorm Room Essentials Every Student Needs

Should you or someone you love be turning into a dorm dweller, consider this list of essentials that will go a long way to make dorm life easier, functional, and looking good, too.

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Grilled Flank Steak with Bold Coffee Marinade

Steak night doesn’t have to mean blowing your grocery budget. With a humble cut of beef and a marinade that doubles down on bold coffee flavor, you can serve up a fancy-tasting dinner for a fraction of the cost. And yes, it’s still tender and juicy. No one needs to know it wasn’t filet mignon. […]

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Back to School Shopping Tips to Keep You on Budget

Back-to-school shopping used to mean a fresh notebook and a new pair of sneakers. These days, it looks more like a second mortgage. Before you panic over this year’s supply list, take a breath. You don’t need to buy everything in one trip, or even in one month. With the right strategy, a bit of […]

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How to Make a Budget Without Losing Your Mind

For lots of people, just thinking the word “budget” is like nails on a chalkboard. I know the feeling. For many years I wouldn’t have anything to do with a budget because I couldn’t stand the idea of anyone—or anything—telling me how to spend my money. And where did that get me? Into one big financial mess. Let me tell you about that ...

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Orange Chicken Spinach Salad: A Slow Cooker Summer Win

When it’s too hot to even look at the oven, this Orange Chicken Spinach Salad comes to the rescue. The slow cooker takes care of the heavy lifting, while fresh greens, juicy oranges, and tangy feta pull everything together in a cool, crisp dish. It’s fresh, satisfying, and honestly… downright impressive for a weeknight meal. […]

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19 Surprising Uses for Chlorine Bleach Around the Home

Think bleach is just for brightening socks and tackling laundry day? Think again. This jug has some serious superpowers when it comes to disinfecting, deodorizing, and even freshening up the garden. From surprising cleaning hacks to smart sanitizing tricks, these uses for chlorine bleach go way beyond the washing machine. I’ve rounded up 19 clever, […]

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How to Stop Compulsive Shopping and Curb the Urge to Spend

When it came to compulsive tendencies, there's no question I received more than the standard allotment. I can sit down fully intending to watch the news and end up owning a pasta machine. I jump online just to look around and come out with three outfits I'll never wear, a gift I'll never give, and several things for the house. I can glance at a mail order catalog, and in the time it takes to pull up its website, Adirondack chairs and matching windsocks are winging their way to my front door. Why...

Your Guide to Rotisserie Chicken: Meals, Storage, and More

If you're fresh out of ideas (let alone desire) to make one more home-cooked meal, but even the thought of yet another take-out or curbside pickup leaves you cold during these days of uncertainty and angst—I invite you to embrace these two words: rotisserie chickens. Not exactly take-out, not completely home-cooked—think of a well-seasoned, perfectly cooked rotisserie chicken as your ace in the hole; a kitchen assistant with an extra pair of hands to help you get delicious, home-cooked meals on ...

The Secret Joy of Owning the Best Steam Iron

Call me quirky, but give me a wrinkled shirt, a hot steam iron, and five minutes of peace, and I’m in my happy place. Ironing may not top most people’s relaxation list, but for me, it turned into both therapy and a money-saving habit. In this post, I’m sharing my love affair with steam (yes, […]

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The Meal Prep Trend That Deserves a Comeback

Mason jar salads may not be the newest lunch trend, but they’re still one of the smartest. Easy to prep, pretty to look at, and shockingly good at staying fresh for days. What’s not to love? Whether you’re meal prepping for the week or looking to shake up your lunchtime routine, learning how to make […]

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