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I Tried the Unhealthiest Groceries at Dollar Tree. Here’s Why I’d Skip These 7 Items

on October 14, 2026

I set out to find the unhealthiest foods to avoid at Dollar Tree. These top the list.

I Put Cheap Dollar Tree Groceries to the Test — These 8 Are My Favorites

on September 29, 2026

I was pleasantly surprised by the quality of these foods, especially considering each cost just over a buck.

9 of the Worst Ways Criminals Can Use Your Stolen Social Security Number

on September 24, 2026

Learn the dire consequences now — and what you can do to stay safe.

8 Surprising Things You Can Upcycle

on September 17, 2026

Find a new life and creative use for items that would otherwise end up in the landfill.

7 of the Best Cheap Organizing Products at Dollar Tree

on September 14, 2026

These organizational aids from the popular discount chain are both affordable and functional.

6 Things You Really Shouldn’t Put in a Clothes Dryer

on September 9, 2026

Don’t risk causing expensive damage to your machine or creating a fire hazard.

5 Groceries I’ll Never Buy at Dollar Tree Again

on August 31, 2026

Not every food can be a winner when the price is just $1.25.

10 of the Worst Possible Foods for Your Heart Health

on August 13, 2026

Plenty of evidence points to these being particularly risky for heart health.

The 7 Worst Things to Put in Your Washer According to Repair Experts

on July 20, 2026

You might ruin these items — or worse, your washer.

8 Cheap and Healthy Dollar Store Groceries That Are Actually Good

on July 2, 2026

I set out to find the healthiest groceries you can buy for just over $1 apiece. These are my favorites.

Is Your Retirement Prep on Track? 9 Signs Experts Say to Look For

and on June 26, 2026

Here’s how you know if you’ll be ready to retire when the time comes, according to professionals.

7 Sleep Tricks That Actually Work

on June 18, 2026

These tips can help you get more of those precious ZZZs.

8 of the Best Cleaning Supplies at the Dollar Store

on June 15, 2026

I bought a cartload of cleaning supplies at my local Dollar Tree and put them to the test. Here are the keepers.

8 Things to Buy at Dollar Tree for the Summer

on June 8, 2026

No matter your summertime plans, you likely could use some of these highly affordable products.

5 Things Every Retiree Should Know About Nursing Homes

on June 5, 2026

Choosing a place to live and receive care isn’t easy, but being prepared helps.

I Tested Cheap Cleaning Products From Dollar Tree — Why I’ll Never Buy These 4 Again

on June 2, 2026

I bought a cartload of cleaning supplies and put them to the test. These failed.

11 Things Plumbers Would Never Put in a Garbage Disposal

on September 26, 2025

It’s easy to toss these things in the disposal without thinking, but that can cost you later.

8 Smart Ways to Use Tennis Balls Around the House

on September 2, 2025

These tips are so practical that you might want to go out and buy some tennis balls if you don’t have any on hand.

9 Unexpected Places Where Mold Could Be Hiding in Your Home

on July 3, 2025

Find out what to look for and how to take care of the problem.

9 of the Best Freebies You Can Find Online Right Now

on May 8, 2025

The internet can save you untold amounts of cash if you know where to look.

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