Big Purchases

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Big Purchases

How to Create a ‘Big Purchase’ Budget That Actually Works

August 20, 2025
Big purchases can be exciting, but also stressful. Whether you're planning for a new appliance, a dream...
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Big Purchases Home Upgrades

How Often Should You Replace Household Essentials?

August 14, 2025
Most people don’t think about when to replace household essentials until something breaks, smells, or...
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Big Purchases

New vs Used Cars: What Really Saves You More Long-Term?

August 11, 2025
You’ve set your budget. You know what you need. But now you're wondering: should you spend more for something...
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Big Purchases

How to Find High-End Department Store Buys on a Dime

August 8, 2025
Scoring the best high-end department store buys doesn’t mean paying top dollar. If you love browsing...
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Big Purchases

Five Questions to Ask Before Putting Anything on Financing

August 7, 2025
Thinking of financing that big purchase? It might seem like a quick win—no big payment upfront, and you...
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Big Purchases Home Upgrades

What Extended Warranties Really Cover—and What They Don’t

August 5, 2025
You’ve seen it at the checkout counter. You’re about to buy a new fridge, phone, or laptop, and the salesperson...
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The Hidden Costs of Buying a New Mattress

August 4, 2025
Think that new mattress will only cost a few hundred bucks? Think again. Between delivery fees, setup...
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Big Purchases

10 Classic Cars That Double as Investments

August 4, 2025
Want your weekend cruiser to do more than turn heads? Many collectors now see classic cars as investment...
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Big Purchases

10 High-End Purchases That Actually Appreciate in Value

August 3, 2025
Some luxury purchases lose value the second you own them. But not all. A few high-end purchases that...
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Big Purchases

12 Financial Questions to Ask Before You Buy a Luxury Car

August 2, 2025
Buying a luxury car might feel like a milestone, a symbol that you’ve made it. But before you get caught...
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