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Mark Your Territory With Citrus
Do neighborhood cats insist that your property (porch, door, flower beds) is their territory? Well, my dear reader, break out…
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You Need a Kitchen Assistant
Professional chefs have sous chefs to do all the hard work and to see that meals get to the table…
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Know Your Cheapskate Etiquette
Face it. Living below your means and staying out of debt, especially in the inflationary times in which America finds…
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It Starts With Knowing How to Manage a Paycheck
Millennials, born between 1981 and ’96, represent the largest, most educated and culturally diverse generation in American history. This demographic…
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Stop Whining!
As the mother of two young world-class whiners, the behavior modification techniques described in the booklet “Stop Whining!” appeared too…
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When You’re Stuck and Can’t Get Going
A question I receive nearly every day goes something like this: I’m ready to get started taking back control of…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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…
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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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