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Knowing Your Cleaning Products Is Good for Your Health and Wealth Jul. 10, 2025

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Two women. Different locations. Same accident. Both were using an ordinary commercial toilet bowl cl... Read More

With Meal Planning, Think Cost Per Serving, Not Price Per Pound Jul. 09, 2025

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Pop quiz: Which is the better buy? Pork tenderloin for $2.97 per pound or boneless pork chops at $3.... Read More

Widen the Gap with Homemade Bread Jul. 08, 2025

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If you've read my book, "7 Money Rules for Life," you know that rule No. 1 is so simple it would be ... Read More

Grill on a Budget: Backyard BBQs Without the Burn Jul. 07, 2025

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You know it's officially summer when the scent of grilled hot dogs hits you before your neighbor eve... Read More

Why Money Is Hard for Couples May. 30, 2024

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The phone rings. You pick it up to hear your husband say, "Honey, seven years ago tonight we got eng... Read More

From Ashes to Sparkling Clean Fireplace Glass May. 29, 2024

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I could sit for hours reading all the clever, helpful, often already known tips, tricks and hacks my... Read More

How to Get Started Roasting Coffee Beans May. 28, 2024

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It all started about nearly 15 years ago when I had a conversation with a friend who'd recently take... Read More

Does Anyone Make a Decent Upright Cordless Vac that Really Works? (Yes!) May. 27, 2024

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My affinity for TV game shows' lightning rounds — where the duration is predetermined, and the... Read More

Stop Whining! Apr. 18, 2024

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As the mother of two young world-class whiners, the behavior modification techniques described in th... Read More

When You're Stuck and Can't Get Going Apr. 17, 2024

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A question I receive nearly every day goes something like this: I'm ready to get started taking back... Read More

How Much Is the Right Amount of Laundry Detergent? Apr. 16, 2024

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Dear Cheapskate: I adore all your fantastic tips for washing machines and laundry, but could you len... Read More

6 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Wardrobe Without Spending a Dime Apr. 15, 2024

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Could your wardrobe use a long overdue boost? Maybe you're eyeing a career move, aiming to project a... Read More

A Pizza Challenge Mar. 21, 2024

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Some consider pizza the perfect food. It has complex carbohydrates, vegetables, dairy and protein. O... Read More

Could Your Credit or Debit Card Be Making You Fat? Mar. 20, 2024

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I've heard of blaming one's weight on a lot of things, but credit and debit cards? That was a new on... Read More

Cetaphil's New Anti-Aging Collection: A Review Mar. 19, 2024

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In the ever-evolving world of skincare, finding effective anti-aging products that deliver noticeabl... Read More

My Secret Housecleaning Weapon Mar. 18, 2024

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Keeping a pristine home doesn't have to be a daunting or expensive task. I want to let you in on my ... Read More

How to Remove Stains on Aluminum Cookware After an Unfortunate Trip Through the Dishwasher Mar. 14, 2024

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When aluminum pans get stained and discolored from frequent use, it's time for a thorough cleaning. ... Read More

The People You Meet, the Books You Read Mar. 13, 2024

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The late humorist and master of salesmanship, Charlie "Tremendous" Jones, said one of my favorite qu... Read More

Saving: An Acquired Addiction Mar. 12, 2024

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As personality traits go, "compulsive" and "addictive" are not generally considered all that terrifi... Read More

How to Clean Suede Shoes and Keep Them Looking Sharp Mar. 11, 2024

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Suede shoes are a timeless fashion statement, but let's face it, they're not the easiest to keep cle... Read More