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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

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…

2 years ago

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,…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago

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…

2 years ago