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…
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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…
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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,…
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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.…
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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…
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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…
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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.…
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Secrets of Financial Survivors
Almost everyone I know has faced — or is coping with — some financial challenge or adversity. If it’s not…
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Today marks a milestone I didn’t think I would pass: 4,000 columns. It’s not that I thought I would fail.…
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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…
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$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…
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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…
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Decluttering and reorganizing any space starts with the most difficult step: deciding what to keep and what to discard. Some…
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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…
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