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Gift Prices Rising? 5 Ways to Make Christmas Magic for Less

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If you have a tight budget and feel the stress of the holidays, here are five tips for creating Christmas magic for less money.

5 Incredible DIY Halloween Costume Ideas for Anyone on a Budget

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Does Halloween bring out your inner child as you think of an amazing costume? Here are some budget-friendly, DIY ideas that are creative, fun, and versatile, so you’ll have an incredible time at a party or trick-or-treating.

4 Affordable & Easy Recipes for a Birthday Party

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Birthday parties can be elaborate, expensive, and time consuming. To save some costs, check out these affordable and easy recipes that are also delicious and sure to please all your guests.

How Much Do Americans Plan To Spend on Back-To-School Shopping in 2021?

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The 2021 education year marks a return to some normalcy in schools across the country. It also means a return to back-to-school shopping. So how much are families spending this year?

8 Ways to Make Your Labor Day BBQ a Success

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As the summer winds down, Labor Day is one last holiday celebration for enjoying the weather with friends and family. Here are a few tips for making the most of a Labor Day BBQ.

10 Tips for Hosting End-of-Season League Team Get-Togethers

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End-of-season team get-togethers provide fun and closure after a great sports season. Here are some tips to hosting one without breaking the bank.

How Much are Couples Spending on Their Weddings This Year?

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Marriages in 2020 looked a lot different than the traditional celebrations of the past. So what’s in store for the 2021 wedding season? As couples hope for a return to normalcy, here’s the spending trends so far.

Destination Wedding Etiquette for Guests

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Destination weddings are beautiful celebrations of marriage in new and exciting locations. But if you’re a guest, you might have some questions about proper etiquette. Here’s what you need to know.

5 Activities to Incorporate into Your Family Reunion This Summer

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Family reunions don’t always happen very often, so when they do it makes sense to coordinate fun and memorable events. Here are some ideas for family reunion activities that every relative is sure to enjoy at your next gathering.

6 Budget-Friendly Family Vacation Ideas for Summer

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Looking to take a budget-friendly vacation this summer? Here are our top 6 tips for an awesome vacate that doesn't break the bank.

How to Plan the Perfect Surprise Anniversary Party

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Need advice for planning the perfect surprise anniversary party? Read here for our top tips to pulling off a night to remember.

Should You Celebrate Your Child’s Half Birthday?

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Is another holiday or event overshadowing your kids' birthday? Consider having a half birthday party to take advantage of better weather and/or a less hectic time of the year to make the most of their special day.

How to Design the Ultimate Nerf Battlefield for the Best Birthday Party

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If you are looking for an active theme for your kids next birthday party, look no further than a staged nerf battle for the best birthday ever. Here’s how you can pull it off...

Stimulus Check Spending: 5 of the Most Popular Items Consumers Are Buying

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Spending habits have changed since 2020 for a variety of reasons and that includes how people are spending their stimulus checks.

Wedding Anniversary Gifts for Every Year

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Whether it's your first anniversary, your fifteenth, your fiftieth, or somewhere in between, these gift ideas are a great starting point for celebrating you and your sweetie.