The Ultimate Restaurant Menu Cheat Sheet
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A Simple Tip to Get Better Gas Mileage
Some time ago, I wrote about simple things you can do to get better gas mileage, which means less time…
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A Reliable Method to Compare Prices of Toilet Paper
Over the years, I’ve received thousands of money-saving tips from readers — many of which I’ve shared in books, newsletters…
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4 Recipes for Homemade DIY Lawn and Garden Fertilizer
I love a beautiful yard, but I hate spending a lot of money to get it that way, which explains…
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So you’re getting ready to sell your house. Just thinking about it can be an overwhelming experience. Should you hire…
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How to Make Sun Tea So It Is Bacteria-free and Safe To Drink
A quick Instagram search for #suntea turns up more than 36,000 results confirming that the summer months are prime time…
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Don’t Rely on Vinegar to Disinfect
Dear Mary: What is a safe disinfectant for colored clothes, such as underwear and bath towels? I can’t use chlorine…
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5 Nontoxic Methods for Killing Weeds That Really Work
Weeds are everywhere — lawns, parks, roadsides, driveways, my garden, even busting their way through asphalt and cracks in sidewalks.…
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8 Things You Can Do to Survive Tough Times
Current headlines and world events serve as a grim reminder of how quickly one’s personal economy can change. If the…
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MELTED-ON CRAYON STAINS With so many restaurants giving kids crayons to keep them occupied while waiting for the meal to…
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Discouragement plagues all of us from time to time. If you’re discouraged about your situation — be it financial, family,…
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Best Places to Buy Eyeglasses
There are a number of ways to buy prescription eyeglasses, including from local opticians, independent optometrists, optical departments in big-box…
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You should see my email inbox. Yikes! It’s overflowing with questions, tips, stories, feedback, rebuttals and all kinds of love…
Read More »How to Stop Worrying That Your Housing Bubble Is About to Burst
You bought the biggest house they said you could qualify for, taking advantage of low rates and creative financing. Who…
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