Mary Hunt

A Doctor’s Prescription for Overloaded Lives

Bill Smith sits down to his most dreaded chore — paying bills. Every month, it's the same story: Pay the…

2 years ago

6 Things Kids Need To Know About Spending Money

What grade would you give your parents for how well they prepared you to manage your finances? What grade will…

2 years ago

Physically Fit, Not Flat Broke

If getting physically fit is on your to-do list for the New Year, you may be contemplating a gym membership.…

2 years ago

How to Clean Your Home With Vinegar

Here's some good news: You don't need to break the bank to keep your home sparkling clean and disinfected. We…

2 years ago

Give Your Kids Flying Lessons

Kids of elementary school age are becoming aware of the real world around them. They are eager to learn and…

2 years ago

6 Houseplants That Are Really Hard to Kill

I love houseplants, and boy, do I have some beauties! The truth is I don't have a green thumb; I…

2 years ago

Great Readers and Their Great Tips

Have I told you lately how much I love my readers? Especially those who send me messages, questions, and tips.…

2 years ago

An Easy Solution for a Big Oops!

Dear Cheapskate: Help! I dripped latex paint on my new carpeting and discovered it too late. It dried hard and…

2 years ago

Readers Share How They Save Time and Money Every Day

My readers have no doubt that I am a big fan of finding every possible way to save time and…

2 years ago

The Least Kids Need to Know About Credit

Money is an excellent tool to teach kids how the world operates. You can use financial principles to teach them…

2 years ago

Simplifying Saves Time and Money

When our lives get chaotic, we pay dearly in terms of stress and money. There are hundreds of things you…

2 years ago

The Great Mystery of Household Accumulation

Have you ever noticed that no matter the size of your apartment, condominium, house, garage, drawers, closets, hard drive, handbag…

2 years ago

How to Eat Healthy on a Budget

I can't tell you how many times I've heard from readers who are stuck in a mindset that says in…

2 years ago

Cash Wedding Gifts — Rude or Totally Acceptable?

Dear Cheapskate: I just love your column, it has certainly helped me. My question has to do with wedding gifts.…

2 years ago

How to Avoid Credit Counseling Fraud

No sooner had I read the latest statistics on consumer debt in the U.S. (also known as household debt, credit…

2 years ago