Mary Hunt

14 Food Items You’ll Regret Feeding Your Dog

Loving and caring for a furry four-legged friend means more than a life of snuggles and chew toys. Dog ownership…

3 years ago

7 Things You Should Never Buy Used

The secondary market in this country offers tremendous opportunities to save money on the things we want and need. Who…

3 years ago

How and When to Let Go of Household Clutter

Now and then I hear from readers who are facing a dilemma that strikes a chord with me personally. I've…

3 years ago

Chicken Soup for the Sick?

Have you ever wondered if chicken soup really does have medicinal effects against colds and the flu? Me, too. Recently,…

3 years ago

The Dark Side of Gift Cards

These days, you can buy gift cards (the modern replacement for the gift certificate) from just about every store imaginable.…

3 years ago

Smart Ways to Save Money on Pet Care

Recently, I read about a family who spent $1,000 to cat-proof their backyard so their two cats, who they consider…

3 years ago

A Number as Useful as Your Credit Score

Looking to become a homeowner this year? Or maybe you want to sell your current home to move to a…

3 years ago

8 Ways to Jump-start the New Year

Feeling a little sluggish? Well, perk up, my frugal friend! Here are eight ways to get a jump on 2024.…

3 years ago

Secrets of Financial Survivors

Almost everyone I know has faced — or is coping with — some financial challenge or adversity. If it's not…

3 years ago

1 a Day, and Then There Were 4,000

Today marks a milestone I didn't think I would pass: 4,000 columns. It's not that I thought I would fail.…

3 years ago

Would a Boatload of Money Get You the Life You Love?

Here we are again, the start of a new year. A clean slate, a blank canvas. It's beautiful. Perhaps you've…

3 years ago

$8 Takes Ugly to Beautiful

Today's first great reader tip makes me smile. I'll be honest, I've seen ugly on a clearance rack and just…

3 years ago

Groceries and the Dating Game

Dear Cheapskate: Can you clarify expiration dates on food products? When it says "Sell By 8/01/23" does that mean it…

3 years ago

6 Things You Will Regret Throwing Out

Decluttering and reorganizing any space starts with the most difficult step: deciding what to keep and what to discard. Some…

3 years ago

From Closet Chaos to Calm in 4 Easy Steps

Want to make your life easier? Clean out, clean up and get your clothes closet organized. With an organized closet…

3 years ago