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6 Secret Ways to Get a Tax Break This Year, According to Experts iStock / shapecharge The annual process of filing your taxes never seems to get any easier over time. Besides having to be sure to include all the required information when you submit everything to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS), changes in your employment, family life, or even residence can make it difficult to know exactly how much you’re going to owe—and how to avoid an audit ....

6 Signs You’re Getting Too Much Calcium, According to Doctors Shutterstock Your body needs calcium to perform a range of basic functions that go far beyond building strong bones. This electrolyte is also tasked with delivering messages between the brain and the rest of the body, helping the blood vessels to circulate blood, and releasing and regulating certain hormones . Most adults need 1,000 mg of calcium per day to maintain healthy levels as the most abundant mineral in the body....

Shutterstock “Cyber Monday was the single largest day for BNPL, accounting for a record $1.03 billion, a more than 4 percent increase over last year. That is about 7 percent of what Americans spent online that day,” they continued. RELATED: 10 Times to Never Use Your Debit Card, Financial Experts Say . iStock When people get used to services like Afterpay, Affirm, and Klarna for bigger purchases, they might start relying on them to buy everyday essentials as well....

6 Ways to Keep Your Scalp Healthy Over 50, According to Hair Stylists Alexandra Morosanu / Shutterstock READ THIS NEXT: How to Embrace Keeping Your Hair Long After 50 . lllonajalll/Shutterstock Lisa Abbey , professional hair stylist and founder of hair and body care brand Strength x Beauty , tells Best Life that shampooing more often than your hair really needs can be extremely drying to the scalp and hair....

7 “Polite” Holiday Tipping Habits That Are Actually Offensive, Etiquette Experts Say iStock ‘Tis the season of giving! As we get closer and closer to the end of the year, many of us choose to spread holiday cheer by giving back to others—especially to those who are providing some type of service for us. But in your attempt to show your appreciation, you could end up coming across as rude instead....

7 Best Hydrating Face Masks for Glowing Skin Shutterstock Dry skin can really put a damper on your day. Not only can it make your makeup look more flaky, but it can also lead to painful cracking and bleeding—which is why experts recommend using a daily moisturizer. But if you feel like your regular skincare routine just isn’t doing enough, you might want to add another product into the rotation. A hydrating face mask can help trap moisture in your skin, providing an additional boost to dull, dry skin when needed....

7 Best New Aldi Gift Finds in Stores Now Shutterstock Are you looking for a little gift for a person (or a pet!) but aren’t sure what to get? Head over to Aldi , where you are sure to find everything from flowers and candles to kids’ toys and White Elephant gifts. There are so many great gift ideas at the grocery store, including some you would never even think of....

7 Best New Aldi Seasonal Home Finds Hitting Shelves Right Now Shutterstock When you think of shopping for fall decor for the home, Aldi probably isn’t the first place that pops into your head. However, the grocery store, famous for selling gourmet food for less, has an exceptional selection of home goods, ranging from candles and kitchen goodies to blankets and throw pillows. I recently visited my local store and found so many great seasonal home items, all under $15....

7 Best New Christmas Wreaths From Hobby Lobby, Target and More Shutterstock ‘Tis the season to start ordering holiday decorations! While you likely won’t start putting them up until sometime in November, you should begin to order everything you need for Christmas before the best items sell out. There are so many gorgeous holiday wreaths at all your favorite stores this season. Here are the 7 best new Christmas wreaths from Hobby Lobby, Target, Costco, T....

7 Best New Costco Bedding Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock I love shopping at Costco. Where else can you buy a fluffy sheepskin rug, New York Strip Steaks, a Sonos Move 2 speaker, fresh flowers, and a pair of fake Uggs all in one shopping trip? If you are on the hunt for bedding, the warehouse and website are sneaky good resources to find everything from game-changing mattress toppers and pillows to cozy sheets and blankets....

7 Best New Costco Home Items Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Costco is one of my favorite places on the planet to go shopping. Sometimes, I will walk in for eggs and milk and walk out with a big-screen television, new stereo system, or designer clothes. The warehouse has also become my go-to spot for household essentials, including furniture, kitchen gadgets, linens, and more. Right now, the warehouse is filling up with some amazing products perfect for your home or to gift others this holiday season....

7 Best New Dollar Tree Cleaning Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock You are losing money if you aren’t buying all your cleaning supplies at Dollar Tree . The store has the best deals on everything from holiday decorations to gifts, but its cleaning and storage section is unbeatable. Almost everything, including cleaning tools, solutions, and accessories, are under $1.50, selling for exponentially more at other stores. Here are the 7 best new Dollar Tree cleaning finds hitting shelves this week....

7 Best New Hobby Lobby Clothing Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock I’m going to be real with you: Hobby Lobby is not the first store I think about when the topic of clothing comes up. However, I recently noticed that the all-encompassing craft, decor, and home furnishing store sells a surprising amount of clothing options. What is worth checking out? Here are the 7 best new Hobby Lobby clothing finds hitting shelves this week....

7 Best New Items From Target’s Stanley Christmas Line Store photo: Shutterstock; Tumblers: Target; Design: Canva Stanley’s new Christmas collection has officially dropped at Target , and the holidays just got a little bit merrier. After all, whether you’re shopping for your loved ones or stuffing your own stocking, the best gifts blend fun and function—and are built to last. The newest holiday items on Stanley’s lineup do just that, with festive designs, impressive features, and a bounty of beverage styles....

7 Best New T.J. Maxx Home Finds for a Steal Right Now Shutterstock I love that T.J. Maxx offers the best deals on clothes, shoes, accessories, and beauty products. The discount store also has some of the best home goods items in town. From large pieces of furniture to candles, blankets, and picture frames, you can find almost anything there. I recently made a trip to my local store and scoured the new arrivals section....

7 Best New Target Storage Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock If you want to get organized, make a trip to Target . The superstore has so many genius storage items both in-store and online. From under-the-bed hacks to open shelving and drawer bins, the current inventory is full of genius. Here are the 7 best new Target storage finds hitting shelves this week. Target Not only are these storage baskets on wheels, but they nest....

7 Best New TJ Maxx Home Finds Hitting Shelves This Week Shutterstock Sure, T.J. Maxx has a great selection of clothes, shoes, and even skincare and makeup items for so much less than retail. But my favorite section to shop at my local store and the website is the home goods section. The discount store offers an extensive curation of everything needed to transform your home from drab to designer-looking. From lamps that look like they should cost a fortune and bedding to liven up your spleeping space to pieces of furniture, you never know what you might find....

7 Best Sciatica Exercises to Relieve Back Pain, According to Fitness Experts iStock The pain and numbness of sciatica is, unfortunately, an all too common problem. At some point in their lives, roughly 40 percent of people in the U.S. experience this nerve irritation that leads to a tingling and burning sensation down the back, buttocks, and legs, according to the Cleveland Clinic. Thankfully, certain stretches and workouts could help alleviate the issue before it worsens....

7 Effective Ways to Control Your Anxiety, According to Therapists iStock Anxiety can affect you in countless ways. Being in a constant state of worry can have adverse effects on your relationships, your work, and nearly every other aspect of your daily life. But you don’t have to let this uneasiness upend your entire existence. Talking to therapists, we gathered insight on what practices you can incorporate into your routine to provide more relaxation....

7 Vintage Kitchen Items That Could Make You Rich, Experts Say Shutterstock / Taras Grebinets It’s no secret that buying new cookware , appliances, or gadgets for your kitchen can cost a small fortune if you’re looking for a specific brand. But what home chefs may not realize is that some of the heirloom and antique items they’re using to whip up meals are quite valuable. These days, a lucrative resale market has popped up that can turn some of your mixers, toasters, and bowls into a stack of cash....