If recent world events have given you a big, fat wake-up call, you are not alone. The message is clear: Every ho…
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Like trying to hold onto a handful of water, money has a way of magically disappearing right before our eyes!
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There’s nothing like microfiber for cleaning just about any surface in and around the house. If you’ve never use…
Recently, I heard from a reader asking if I knew of any natural pest control to rid an apartment of fleas — a me…
Hot, homemade bread with no yeast, no eggs, no oil and no sugar. For hardcore bread lovers, that may sound awful…
I love days like today when I get to open the “Everyday Cheapskate” mailbag, read all the letters from our growi…
Over the years, I’ve heard from dozens of readers who have lent money to friends and family members only to beco…
Receiving so many awesome time- and money-saving tips from my dear readers always reassures me that I have the b…
Ever feel like a kitchen klutz? Wish you could take that odd assortment of stuff in the pantry and freezer, mix …
Dear Mary: I’m 50, married and have two adult children. Our financial life is not complicated. I do not have a w…
My Dear Readers: These days, it’s easy to fall into the muck and mire of worry and defeat. Personal crises like …
The news is constantly changing as experts learn more about the wicked virus that has invaded our world. Good, r…
Once upon a time, there was a restaurant located in Fountain Valley, California. Mananas’ claim to fame: fresh, …
Have you ever noticed that no matter the size of your apartment, condominium, house, garage, drawers, closets, h…
Being wasteful is easy, especially when everything seems to be so plentiful and simple to replenish. Just order …
There's no doubt about it; I've got spring fever. My daffodils are peeking their tiny heads through the ground, …
Did you see us? My husband and I were on TV with Bob Barker. Before you run to check Netflix or “America’s Funni…
Buying a home can be exciting and terrifying all at once. And for first-time buyers, you can probably multiply t…
The continuing onslaught of coronavirus news has a lot of us on edge. We continue to be told to wash our hands a…
No one knows how long these difficult times brought on by a wicked virus will last. It could drag on for a while…
Personal character is made of habits. Bad ones seem to just happen, while good habits are usually the result of …
Life is uncertain. We know that. What we don’t want to admit is how quickly uncertainty can morph into fear, wor…
Dear Mary: I am eager to be a stay-at-home mom to my 2-year-old. We are paying down the bills. Are there other t…
Several months ago, we had a serious home security wake-up call with the news of a home invasion in our sleepy t…
Consignment shopping is an excellent way to purchase clothes for kids and babies. You can often fine brand-new c…
Take a look under the sink where you keep your cleaning products. Do you see a bottle of Blue Dawn dishwashing l…
A can opener. A simple tool that is mandatory for every kitchen. Whether you’re a student living in a dorm, a wo…
My mailbox has filled up the past couple of days with letters from readers who find themselves on the verge of P…
Dinnertime can be hard with hectic schedules, but planning ahead and having meals ready in your freezer is a lif…
Dear Mary: I work out at a gym regularly, and I like to drink a protein shake or smoothie afterward to optimize …
Just when I think I’ve heard every possible way to save time and money every day, I open my mail to find new and…
I blame it on my friend Kathleen that I caught the sneaky savings bug. One day, years ago, she told me her secre…