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Shocked at the Pump! May. 11, 2023
Yesterday I filled up at the gas station and I was shocked. Shocked! Cost to fill up? $87.12! I real... Read More
Extended Warranty -- Good Deal or Rip-Off? May. 10, 2023
Recently, I stopped into a popular toy store to get a little something for my grandkid, Sam. Yes, I ... Read More
How to Move from Overspending to Spending Less May. 09, 2023
Even the mention of words like "frugality" and "thrift" send some people over the edge because for t... Read More
How to Set Up an Automatic Payment Plan May. 08, 2023
Creditors, especially banks and credit card issuers, are unbelievably sensitive to whether you pay y... Read More
How to Save Yourself From a Foolish Purchase Apr. 24, 2023
I wish I had a quarter for every stupid purchase I've made in my life. I'd have some major dough. Re... Read More
Stock the Pantry to Save Money Apr. 18, 2023
Just in case you haven't been paying close attention to what's going on with the cost of food, the a... Read More
A Savvy Shopper's Secrets for Buying in Bulk: How to Tell a Bum Deal from a Real Steal Apr. 17, 2023
Buying in bulk is an article of faith in these cost-conscious times, and judging by the boom in disc... Read More
How to Afford the Big Stuff Apr. 12, 2023
One day the market is crashing, inflation is climbing. The next day it seems like everything's comin... Read More
The Best Money Advice You'll Ever Get Apr. 11, 2023
What we all really need is the money-saving know-how that will stand strong throughout life and help... Read More
Which Is Better: Fresh or Frozen? Mar. 30, 2023
Frozen fruits and vegetables take a lot of heat because most people assume that, if it's frozen, it ... Read More
When Less Is Best Mar. 23, 2023
The dishwasher was crammed full of dirty dishes, company would be arriving shortly and (wouldn't you... Read More
You Overspent on Christmas -- Now What? Feb. 23, 2023
What went wrong? Put your mind on rewind and go back a few months. How come you spent so much? Did y... Read More
What To Do When You Can't Pay All of Your Bills and More Feb. 22, 2023
Dear Mary: Our mortgage was due on the first. As I write it is the 21st. We have the money to pay it... Read More
8 Easy Ways to Cut Your Electricity Bill Feb. 21, 2023
The mail arrives. The electric bill is right on top. Shove it to the bottom of the stack. Finally, h... Read More
How to Save Money on Groceries Feb. 13, 2023
Feeding a family is complicated enough without worrying about the cost of groceries. But here we are... Read More
4 Ways to Get More Books for Your Bucks (and Vice Versa) Feb. 09, 2023
If you are an avid reader, you own a few books. OK, make that a lot of books. Some of your books yo... Read More
On Saving Money and Spreading Manure Feb. 02, 2023
As you may know, the mission of this column is to discover ways to save time and money every day. Yo... Read More
Getting Organized Will Put Money in Your Pocket and a Smile on Your Face Jan. 19, 2023
Has this ever happened to you: While searching for the Valentine centerpiece you stumble across the ... Read More
The Best Inexpensive Flannel Sheets Jan. 18, 2023
There are few things as comforting as slipping between super soft, comfy flannel sheets on a cold wi... Read More
8 Painless Ways to Save Money and Grow a Cash Stash in 2023 Jan. 17, 2023
The past 12 months have been tough on many people, and higher living costs have made it extremely di... Read More
