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2 Splurges That Aren't Worth the Money (and 3 to Consider)

Some upgrades make life so much better; others just suck your bank account dry. We calculated which give you the most bang for your buck.
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Probably Not Worth It:
Floor Seats at Concerts

They can cost up to $165 more than the nosebleeds, but you could be paying a premium for nothing. "Some shows—think Cirque du Soleil or Lady Gaga—are best viewed from farther away, so you can get the full effect," says Hallie Yavitch, senior director of events for Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland.
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From the July 2013 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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