From the category archives:

Frugality

Lower Cable Bill, More Services: How I Did It

02.05.2010 13 comments
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How I managed to lower my cable and Internet bill, while adding on services. Includes the exact language I used in my chat with customer service.

Spending With an Impact

01.19.2010 9 comments
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It’s all about frugality and priorities–how to spend money in a way that has the most impact on your life.

Purchase Case Study: Kodak Zi8 HD Camera

12.22.2009 5 comments
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The Kodak Zi8 HD pocket camera was one of the first “gadget” purchases we’ve made in a while. Here’s how we got through the decision-making process and lessons we’ve learned.

Alternatives to Traditional Christmas Gifts

12.17.2009 13 comments
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Millions of people this year will find themselves with a lot less money than last Christmas season, and a lot more motivation to stick with cash for their gift-buying. Here are five solid ideas for alternatives to traditional Christmas gifts that our family is trying this year.

How to Stay Frugal and Focused in a Recovery

11.30.2009 15 comments
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Our wired-in tendencies are to start over-spending when the economy recovers. If you don’t want to be part of the trend, check out my set of tips for how to stay frugal & focused during an economic upturn.

How to Take Advantage of a Crappy Economy

11.24.2009 8 comments
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The economy might be sucking, but there are plenty of diamonds in the rough as far as I’m concerned. Here are a few of them you can take advantage of!

Eat Well, Lose Weight, and Save Some Money

10.19.2009 6 comments
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Over the past month, very quietly and in the comfort of my own home, I’ve been conducting a little experiment by eating less food. What have I accomplished?

The Days of Land Lines are Numbered

08.19.2009 13 comments
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Cell phones have all but replaced the age of the land line telephone. Is there anything that can save home phones from going extinct?

Deciding What to Spend on a Wedding

07.22.2009 4 comments
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Some people love a lavish wedding, some fear the thought of spending a dime. Some don’t have enough money, some actually have too much. How do we decide on a wedding budget? Here are a few tips.

5 Ways Vegetarianism Can Save You Money

07.21.2009 21 comments
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Discussing how an all-vegetarian diet can help you save precious dollars in your wallet.

Resources for Buying Used Cars

07.08.2009 3 comments
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Options when it comes to purchasing a used car, and useful websites to visit when you’re ready to get serious about it.