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Frugality

Lower Cable Bill, More Services: How I Did It

02.05.2010 13 comments

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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