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Would You Put a Teenager in Charge of the Family Vacation Budget? Jul. 28, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

One of the most memorable letters I've received in my writing career came from a mother, reporting o... Read More

Simple Secrets To Make Clothes Look Better and Last Longer Jul. 27, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

You should see the big wad of lint I just plucked from the trap of my clothes dryer. Ack! Where does... Read More

How to Deep-clean a Coffee Maker Jul. 26, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Performing a deep clean on a coffee maker is important to extend its useful life and ensure you're b... Read More

Avoiding a 'Straw Man' When Buying a Small Business Jul. 26, 2022

Succeeding in Your Business

"My wife and I are looking to buy a business together. We heard about a great local business that's ... Read More

8 Surprising Ways Lemons Can Make Your Life Easier Jul. 25, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Several years ago, my son gave me the bounty from the two fruit trees that pretty much rule his back... Read More

Lofty Ideals Jul. 23, 2022

The Art of Design

Artists have always sought out unusual and unexpected places to live, prioritizing cheap rents where... Read More

You Need an Insurance Checkup Jul. 19, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

From regular oil changes to changing furnace filters and annual trips to the dentist, smart consumer... Read More

This Summer, Vacation at Home Jul. 18, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

A cash shortage need not eliminate the idea of a family vacation. Clever and creative parents can tu... Read More

Summer Tips From a Teen Jul. 12, 2022

'Tween 12 & 20

Our Tuesday series today features how bored teens can take full advantage of the freedom that summer... Read More

11 Ways to Use Aluminum Foil Around the House to Make Life Easier Jul. 11, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Using aluminum foil to line cookie sheets or to keep a steak hot while you finish getting everything... Read More

Favorite Household Cleaners You Can Make Yourself for Just Pennies Jul. 07, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

It pretty much kills me to spend money for things I know I can make myself for less than their price... Read More

The Ultimate Restaurant Menu Cheat Sheet Jul. 06, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

A restaurant menu is no big deal, right? It's just a list of the food items that a restaurant offers... Read More

A Reliable Method to Compare Prices of Toilet Paper Jul. 04, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Over the years, I've received thousands of money-saving tips from readers — many of which I've... Read More

Don't Be a Snob Jul. 02, 2022

The Art of Design

I confess that I am a bit of a snob. I always swoon when I see antiques that catch my eye, and my mi... Read More

4 Recipes for Homemade DIY Lawn and Garden Fertilizer Jun. 29, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

I love a beautiful yard, but I hate spending a lot of money to get it that way, which explains why I... Read More

How To Sell Your House for the Highest Price Possible Jun. 28, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

So you're getting ready to sell your house. Just thinking about it can be an overwhelming experience... Read More

5 Nontoxic Methods for Killing Weeds That Really Work Jun. 22, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Weeds are everywhere — lawns, parks, roadsides, driveways, my garden, even busting their way t... Read More

8 Things You Can Do to Survive Tough Times Jun. 21, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

Current headlines and world events serve as a grim reminder of how quickly one's personal economy ca... Read More

Simple Tips to Keep Things Beautiful and Working Well Around the House Jun. 20, 2022

Everyday Cheapskate

MELTED-ON CRAYON STAINS With so many restaurants giving kids crayons to keep them occupied while wai... Read More

Designer Faux Pas Jun. 18, 2022

The Art of Design

We all look forward to innovative and inspiring ideas for our homes. Some of us scour interior desig... Read More