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Ways to Use Windex That Have Nothing to Do With Windows Dec. 01, 2020
Recently, while digging out, cleaning up and reorganizing our storage room, I discovered a half-full... Read More
7 Easy Ways to Slash the Cost of Clothing Nov. 25, 2020
Clothing is not optional, but spending a lot of money on it is, says author Gregory Karp in his book... Read More
Dollar-Store Lightbulbs, Free Windshield Repair and More Reader Tips Nov. 24, 2020
Not all companies are starving for business these days. In fact, some are setting records for growth... Read More
Readers Share Creative Holiday Tips and Tricks Nov. 10, 2020
I am enjoying the unique holiday tips and tricks readers are sending my way to be shared with you. O... Read More
How to Afford the Big Stuff Nov. 05, 2020
You don't need me to tell you that we're living in uncertain economic times. One day, stocks are pl... Read More
Simple Money Rules to Live By Nov. 04, 2020
I have a quirk, a kind of brain glitch that annoys me to no end. I cannot easily distinguish left fr... Read More
How to Make Perfect Cold-Brew Iced Coffee Nov. 02, 2020
The idea left me, well, cold. Coffee is supposed to be hot. Very, very hot. And then, I made a serio... Read More
The Case of the Frugal Florist Oct. 28, 2020
Dear Mary: I offered to do flower arrangements for a very small family wedding. The bride donated $1... Read More
Bargains by the Month Oct. 27, 2020
OK, I'll say a word and you respond with the first thing that pops into your head. Me: January. You:... Read More
Understanding Life Insurance Policies Oct. 19, 2020
Dear Mary: I read your column all the time and can't thank you enough for all the helpful money-savi... Read More
Where To Find Professional Help With Liquidating a Household Oct. 15, 2020
Dear Mary: You have a great column! I learn something new from it every day. My problem is finding a... Read More
Want Financial Freedom? Learn To Control Your Spending Oct. 14, 2020
My life changed radically about 28 years ago when I came clean about my relationship with money. I b... Read More
Readers Offer Their Best Travel Tips Oct. 13, 2020
Planning to hit the road for some fun family times this fall? Travel has been severely curtailed ove... Read More
Money Dilemmas: Everyone Has Them From Time to Time Oct. 12, 2020
CHEAPER INSURANCE FOR TEEN DRIVER? Dear Mary: My son will be getting his driver's license this year,... Read More
9 Favorite Cleaning Formulas Oct. 08, 2020
The next time you need cleaning supplies, take a trip to your pantry, not the store. You already hav... Read More
10,000 Useful Tips To Save Time and Money ... and Counting! Oct. 07, 2020
Today, I have a bunch of tips for you. These are quick, wonderful ways to save time and money every ... Read More
Hands Off the Cheese, Please! Oct. 06, 2020
Call me picky, but I prefer my greens to be those of the garden variety, not something growing on my... Read More
Shall I Save ... or Pay and Pay and Pay? Oct. 01, 2020
Dear Mary: I just received my income tax refund. At first, I thought of paying off a credit card bil... Read More
Readers Seeking Help With Cloudy Shower Doors, Expensive Hair Dye and Bigger Paychecks Sep. 30, 2020
Dear Mary: How can I get the hard water marks off my glass shower doors? I've tried vinegar, and tha... Read More
Living With Cash Is Challenging but Not Impossible Sep. 28, 2020
Dear Mary: I like the idea of shopping online. The problem I have is that I am digging my way out of... Read More
