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By Robyn Evans | Updated March 3, 2024

With cable packages averaging between $55 and $250 each month,1 it’s no wonder that live TV services lost more than 5 million customers in 2023, according to the Leichtman Research Group.2,3 If you want free...

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Diamond resale value: Why is it so low?

By Emma Johnson | Updated February 27, 2024

If you have a diamond ring or other diamond jewelry you no longer want, you might be surprised to learn that the resale value of a diamond is typically much lower than its retail price...

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How to tell if gold is real without damaging your jewelry

By Emma Johnson | Updated February 15, 2024

While solid gold jewelry is worth the current spot price of the gold it contains, gold-plated items are largely worthless when it comes to resale value. However, it’s not always easy to tell the difference...

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The Alloy Market review — Startup promises to disrupt online gold buying

By Emma Johnson | Updated February 9, 2024

The internet — and, likely, your town — is flooded with businesses promising to give the highest payout for your gold. The Alloy Market is a newcomer to the space, a startup with investment money...

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Free help with tax preparation

By Robyn Evans | Updated February 3, 2024

The April 15th tax deadline is fast approaching, but here's some encouragement — there’s a lot of free help available to get your taxes done on time. Whether you are looking for free tax preparation...

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Where can you get a free hearing test?

By Ashley Martens | Updated January 30, 2024

If you or a loved one is having trouble hearing, there are lots of options to get a free hearing test. Keep reading to learn about: DIY hearing checks Free online hearing tests Apps that...

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Where can I get a free air conditioner?

By Robyn Evans | Updated January 30, 2024

Hot temperatures can be unbearable when you don’t have an air conditioner at home. The lack of a working air conditioning unit can even lead to heat exhaustion, heat stroke, dehydration and death. Nancy Mitchell,...

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Need a free refrigerator? Where to find free appliances

By Robyn Evans | Updated January 24, 2024

According to home services website HomeGuide,1 a new refrigerator costs between $600 and $2,300 on average, plus a $75 to $200 installation fee. If you don’t have the money to shell out for a new...

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How to become a dog groomer

By Robyn Evans | Updated January 15, 2024

If you love dogs and want a rewarding career helping them look their best, you’ve come to the right place. There are more than 33,000 dog groomers in the United States — 86% of them...

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How much can you really earn selling blood plasma?

By Ashley Martens | Updated January 10, 2024

If you’ve been thinking about selling plasma as a way to make some extra cash, you’re not alone. According to a Western Michigan University study,1 more than 53 million people donated plasma in 2019 alone....

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Cubic zirconia vs diamonds: What to know before you buy

By Emma Johnson | Updated December 16, 2023

Cubic zirconia is a type of diamond simulant — a “fake diamond” — that is extremely affordable. However, it doesn’t hold any value over time like a real diamond and loses its luster in just...

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7 surprising EBT discounts and freebies

By Choncé Maddox | Updated December 1, 2023

If you receive EBT card benefits — either through cash assistance or the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) — you can qualify for more than free groceries and other essential items. In this post, you'll find...

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How to get deals and access thousands of items with your EBT card on Amazon

By Choncé Maddox | Updated November 21, 2023

If you receive EBT cash assistance, you qualify for tens of thousands of items on Amazon, discounted Prime and access to thousands of free TV shows and movies. Benefits include qualifying food purchases through Amazon,...

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Ways to get rid of old appliances that are better than a landfill

By Callie Carmichael | Updated November 15, 2023

If you are replacing your old dishwasher, washing machine, clothes dryer, refrigerator, or any other major appliance, you might be wondering how to get it out of your house. According to the EPA,1 an estimated...

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Where can you get EBT cash benefits near you?

By Choncé Maddox | Updated November 9, 2023

According to the U.S. Office of Family Assistance,1 approximately 417,300 adults and 1.43 million children received Temporary Assistance for Needy Families (TANF) benefits, also known as cash assistance, in 2021 (the most recent data available). ...

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