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Best Food Ordering Apps

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  • Educational

Having hot food delivered to your door is one of the finer things in life. And these days you're no longer limited to pizza or Chinese food. With the boom in food ordering apps, you can get just about any type of cuisine delivered in an hour or less. There's no need to phone — simply download one of these apps and place an order. 

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Throw the Best New Year’s Eve Bash

  • "Save Money"
  • "Tips and Tricks"
  • Holidays

It's time to ring in the new year, but you don't have to go out to have a good time. You can stay home and throw a New Year's Eve party that will have your friends talking about it until next December, when it's time to do it all over again. Not sure where to start? We can help. Use these tips to throw the best New Year's Eve bash ever.

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Places to Find Unique Gifts for Everyone on Your List

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  • "Tips and Tricks"
  • Holidays

Add some excitement to your holiday gift-giving this year with these special and unique gifts. Nobody wants to give a bad gift, and you won't with these uncommon goods. You're sure to delight others with these keepsake pieces and spark some interesting conversations. If you're wondering, "What should I buy?" when gift shopping, "something unusual and cool" might be the best answer.

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Why You Need to Be More Worried About Your Credit

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  • Finance

When it comes to your credit, what you don't know can hurt you. If you're not sure what your credit report might reveal, what your credit score is or how to fix your credit, now's the time to find out. Personal loans and online loans specific for those with bad credit can help you build a bridge, but nothing compares to understanding the importance of your credit score. The three major credit bureaus — Transunion, Equifax, and Experian — provide one free copy of your credit report every year. And many credit monitoring services can keep you updated on your score. Empower yourself and take control of your finances with this quick guide. 

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Travel Hacks for Cheap Trips

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  • Vacation
  • Travel

Many people have dreams of traveling the world — and those dreams are mainly limited by small budgets. Fortunately, with a little bit of creativity, you can make your money go further and experience everything you dream of. Check out these easy travel hacks to score affordable trips.

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How to Save Time This Holiday Season

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  • Holidays

The holiday season can feel like one of the most stressful times of year, but it doesn't have to be that way. By planning ahead and using free gift wrapping services at retailers, as well as cooking in advance, there are dozens of ways to save time by planning so that you can spend those most precious moments with your friends and family instead of doing prep work. Here are some great tips to get you started.

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How to DIY Holiday Hostess Gifts

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  • "Tips and Tricks"
  • Holidays

The holiday season can be a busy and expensive time of year, especially if you have a lot of gifts to give and holiday parties to attend. Many people say you should never go to a party empty-handed. After all, hostess gifts show your appreciation for being invited to a gathering and acknowledges the hard work your hostess put into planning the event. Making DIY gifts is a budget-friendly way to answer the question of what to bring to a party.

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CreditBox's Holiday Wish Giveaway

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  • Community

CreditBox has funded your lifestyle and now we want to fund your holiday wish! CreditBox’s Holiday Wish Giveaway is giving 3 lucky winners $500. Enter today for your chance to win and make the holidays a little brighter this year.

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Throw the Best Friendsgiving this Year

  • "Tips and Tricks"
  • Holidays

Thanksgiving dinner is often one of the biggest, most stressful meals of the year. And it's a feast you usually enjoy with your family. Friendsgiving, however, is the more casual version of Thanksgiving, which you get to spend with the people you can really have fun and let loose with: your closest friends. This relaxed holiday is all about staying low key, removing stress from your life, and simply hanging out with your favorite people. If you want to host one of these get-togethers and you're not sure where to start, these tips will help.
 

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Things You Should Always Buy New

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  • Educational

From garage sales and second hand stores to online auctions, shopping for used items is a great way to save money. However, not all things are created equally when it comes to buying used vs. new. As a matter of fact, if you're in the market for any of the following items, it may be better to opt for new. Consider safety tips for the items in question and don't forget that you could always score a sweet personal loan if need be. 

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