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Entertainment, Health and Lifestyle
Bonus vs. Salary Bump, Family Squabbles, and More Reader Quandaries
Dear Cheapskate: I just had my annual review at work. My boss told me I’m doing a good job then…
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Top 5 Brilliant Hacks to Kickstart Your Vegetable Garden
As you might imagine, I grew up with more than a few adults greeting me with, “Mary, Mary, quite contrary,…
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How to Wash White Laundry to Keep It Looking Brilliant
In the same way there are rules in life for things like how to drive a car, how to cook…
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How to Know if Stay-at-Home Is a Reasonable Solution
Dear Cheapskate: With two little boys, my husband and I are paying through the roof for day care. It seems…
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How to Date on a Budget
Wallet a little thin these days? With some creative thinking and a relaxed, open-minded attitude, you can plan a fantastic…
Read More » Make Sure You Have These 9 Essential Pantry Items
I won’t ask if you’ve been paying attention to what’s going on with food in the U.S. Who could possibly…
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Clever and Frugal Uses for Baking Soda
Sodium bicarbonate, commonly known as baking soda or bicarbonate of soda, is an alkaline compound that, when combined with acid,…
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Great Readers, Great Tips!
Once again, my very clever readers have reminded me that it’s the little ways we avoid spending money that add…
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Simple Tips to Ensure Your Safety in Any Emergency
In today’s unpredictable world, being prepared for emergencies is not just smart but essential. No matter where you live or…
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How Clearing Out Clutter Can Improve Your Life
Getting organized is like dieting. Everyone knows how to do it, but the problem is getting around to it —…
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Entertainment, Health and Lifestyle
Cleaning Tips and Tricks That Promise to Cut Costs and Save Time
Cleaning is the one chore that most of us dread, but we all know it has to be done. And…
Read More » A Pizza Challenge
Some consider pizza the perfect food. It has complex carbohydrates, vegetables, dairy and protein. OK, maybe “perfect” is stretching it…
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Entertainment, Health and Lifestyle
Could Your Credit or Debit Card Be Making You Fat?
I’ve heard of blaming one’s weight on a lot of things, but credit and debit cards? That was a new…
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Cetaphil’s New Anti-Aging Collection: A Review
In the ever-evolving world of skincare, finding effective anti-aging products that deliver noticeable results without breaking the bank can feel…
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Entertainment, Health and Lifestyle
My Secret Housecleaning Weapon
Keeping a pristine home doesn’t have to be a daunting or expensive task. I want to let you in on…
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