Mary Hunt

The Life and Times of Leftovers

Dear Cheapskate: How long should leftovers be kept in the fridge? I have been debating this with co-workers, as one…

2 years ago

Faith in the Face of Darkness

Have you ever felt like you're supposed to be learning a lesson but don't know what it is? I know…

2 years ago

Don’t Let Mistakes Set You Back

I love to watch home remodeling television shows. They give me confidence that I really could remodel a kitchen, build…

2 years ago

When You Should Opt Out of a Credit-Card Interest Rate Increase

Wouldn't it be great if low interest rates never changed? Sadly, the saying "All good things must come to an…

2 years ago

Tough Love for Financially Irresponsible Parents of Adult Children

Dear Cheapskate: I read stories about parents with grown children who constantly need bailouts. What do you do when it's…

2 years ago

7 Clever Ways to Build a Cash Stash

While a lot of us believe we're saving money when we buy things on sale, it's not true unless we…

2 years ago

Mark Your Territory With Citrus

Do neighborhood cats insist that your property (porch, door, flower beds) is their territory? Well, my dear reader, break out…

2 years ago

You Need a Kitchen Assistant

Professional chefs have sous chefs to do all the hard work and to see that meals get to the table…

2 years ago

Know Your Cheapskate Etiquette

Face it. Living below your means and staying out of debt, especially in the inflationary times in which America finds…

2 years ago

It Starts With Knowing How to Manage a Paycheck

Millennials, born between 1981 and '96, represent the largest, most educated and culturally diverse generation in American history. This demographic…

2 years ago

Stop Whining!

As the mother of two young world-class whiners, the behavior modification techniques described in the booklet "Stop Whining!" appeared too…

2 years ago

When You’re Stuck and Can’t Get Going

A question I receive nearly every day goes something like this: I'm ready to get started taking back control of…

2 years ago

How Much Is the Right Amount of Laundry Detergent?

Dear Cheapskate: I adore all your fantastic tips for washing machines and laundry, but could you lend some advice on…

2 years ago

6 Easy Ways to Upgrade Your Wardrobe Without Spending a Dime

Could your wardrobe use a long overdue boost? Maybe you're eyeing a career move, aiming to project a more polished…

2 years ago

Take it Slow and Easy!

That slow cooker you keep on reserve for the cold months of winter is a perfect solution for summer, too…

2 years ago