Instead of a parent wagging a finger at you, Time offers this list of "don't"s that are meant to help you better manage your money by avoiding some all-too-common traps that can wreak havoc on your... Read more on Time »
We're all too aware of the high cost of medical care. So the next time you feel faint at the sight of your bill, The New York Times suggests offering immediate payment in exchange for a hefty discount. Read more on The New York Times »
You may have been warned off buying certain second-hand goods -- even as a way to save money. But readers of a blog post on US News & World Report have their own opinions about used items. Read... Read more on US News & World Report »
Summer is half over (why does summer always seem like the shortest season?), so it's almost time for back-to-school shopping. With the economy still in slow-motion, the Zanesvilletimesrecorder.com Read more on zanesvilletimesrecorder.com »
Bare naked has its time and place. Like summertime sleeping, suggests Savings.com. Yup -- go to bed without your jammies and save money on AC and laundry, and get an added kick knowing that you're... Read more on savings.com »
For a grab-bag full of money-saving tips, including some that bust a few long-standing myths, check this post from Time -- and then follow the links. Read more on Time »
Who says you need to spend a wad to impress your date? Not the Huffington Post. Hiding behind a whole bunch of sarcasm are several suggestions for cheap ways to pass time with your honey. Read more on Huffington Post »
Weddings can cost tens of thousands of dollars -- or a few hundred. How big is your budget? Thedigeratilife presents several ideas for keeping costs in line with what you can afford. Read more on thedigeratilife »
When it's hot outside you want to be cool inside. But that heats up your utilities bill. So News14.com offers some tips that could put the chill on your energy consumption. Read more on news14.com »
Your travel budget only stretches so far. But there is always some extra give, if you know where to push and pull. Fox News has come up with 15 ways to get you more for your limited dollars. Read more on Fox News »
Having children is not cheap -- and neither is buying maternity clothes. Wisebread suggests some ways to get over the hump (as in, how to avoid shelling out lots of cash for clothes you'll only... Read more on WiseBread »
Still more tips from Time to enhance your frugal ways without really crimping your lifestyle. Read more on Time »
There are all kinds of ways to cut down on your food bill while saving the planet (as in, using fewer resources to grow, process, and deliver food to the local market). In case you need some reminders, Read more on eatdrinkbetter.com »
There's no end to tips for saving money. Here are the latest ideas from Time. Read more on Time »
Staying hydrated is important for your health. But as Saving Advice points out, buying the liquids you need can sink your budget. So here are some money-saving tips that will help keep you afloat... Read more on Saving Advice »
You know it's heating up outside when tips for staying cool at budget prices start popping up all over the place. Here's today's entry from SWRNN. Read more on SWRNN »
Running out of ideas to save some money? Time offers 84 (again, that's 84!) nifty ways to liven up your frugal ways. Read more on Time »
Here's a book to add to your list of summer reading: The New Frugality. According to The Simple Dollar, delivers on its promise by explaining the concept of frugality, what it means in today's... Read more on The Simple Dollar »
Long before there were professional cleaning services, folks knew how to get rid of nasty stains and odors. Here's a primer, courtesy of US News & World Report, with 20 thrifty do-it-yourself techniques... Read more on US News & World Report »
What have you learned this past year about living frugally? Compare your list against that of the Time blogger and decide who came out ahead. Read more on Time »
Tips, tips, and more tips on cutting into that monthly grocery bill. These seven ideas for cheap food shopping come courtesy of Bankrate.com. Read more on Bankrate.com »
In the winter it's heating bills and in the summer it's the AC. So now's the moment to start practicing some heat beating energy-saving strategies, and WalletPop tells you how you can cool your... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Strategic shopping is the big thing these days. Knowing how to make the most of coupon deals is getting to be old hat. So here comes CBS Money Watch to tell us which days of the week will get us... Read more on CBS Money Watch »
Some deals seem too good to be true -- and often, they are. The Baltimore Sun urges caution before buying a discount coupon certificate and lists the many ways you can be sure this is the deal for... Read more on Baltimore Sun »
If you're looking for some advice from true cheapskates, start here. The Modesto Bee reports on the findings of a cheapskate author who traveled the country in search of other cheapskates to learn... Read more on Modesto Bee »
There's frugal and then there's Frugal. The capital F kind, otherwise known as extreme frugality, is really hard core. Check out this list from US News & World Report and decide if you're up for... Read more on US News & World Report »
Remember when going to the movie cost a buck or two? Well, probably not. But if today's high prices keep you sitting at home, Bankrate has some useful tips for saving a buck or two that might provide... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Just in case you don't have much to do, check out these assorted tips from Time, some of which can help you save money, some of which will keep you busy, and some of which can help you change bad... Read more on Time »
As air conditioners come roaring back to life, we might want to reconsider our dependence on that modern convenience. The Atlanta Journal Constitution suggests some eco-friendly strategies for coping... Read more on The Atlanta Journal-Constitution »
Looking for more ways to save some dough? Consumer Search offers four not-so-obvious ways to trim your expenses. Read more on ConsumerSearch »
What does it mean to be frugal when you're on the road? Well, that all depends, writes a frugal travel columnist for The New York Times. Regardless how you choose to define frugality, you might... Read more on The New York Times »
Just because you're thrifty doesn't mean you have to sacrifice. The Denver Post culled some money-saving ideas from a variety of sources to help you live cheaply but still enjoy the pleasures in... Read more on The Denver Post »
It's hard to live on bread alone, but when you're trying to cut down on food costs, that standby staple is certainly tempting. But if bread's not your thing, The Daily Journal offers smart shopping... Read more on The Daily Journal »
Okay, so you've been lured by the cheap price on the printer, and now you're aghast at the high cost of ink. Join the crowd. The Kansas City Star comes to your rescue by suggesting 12 ways to save... Read more on Kansas City Star »
Pretty soon some college is going to offer a degree in couponing. It's getting that complicated, folks. Coupon Sherpa is here to help you out with a crib sheet offering tips on how to get the most... Read more on Coupon Sherpa »
Commuting costs add up quickly: five times a week, 52 weeks a year (that's without a vacation, of course). So Bankrate.com comes to the rescue with six suggestions that just might leave you with... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Let's say you like to eat but haven't figured out how to cut down on your grocery bill. A new book, reviewed here by The Simple Dollar, gives you chapter after chapter of ideas for cheaper ways... Read more on The Simple Dollar »
Oh sure, we all know that a huge bag of something usually costs less than lots of little bags added together. But that doesn't mean you're always getting a cheap deal. MSN Money Central points out... Read more on MSN Money Central »
The countdown to Mother's Day is just about over. But you've still got time...as in Time, which offers up a number of cheap and unusual ideas that should make mom feel so very special. Read more on Time »
The stands are starting to fill up at farmers' markets, folks. But prices at these temples of locally-grown produce can send you rushing back to the big-box markets. So Get Rich Slowly offers some... Read more on Get Rich Slowly »
Used cars aren't such a hot deal right now -- that's because supply is low -- but you can still find bargains. And Kiplinger gives you some tips on locating the car you want and negotiating the... Read more on Kiplinger »
Some folks never run out of ideas for saving money. So read what Time is suggesting, and then add these tips to your ever-growing list. Now be honest, how many do you actually adopt? Read more on Time »
Forget the jewelry or trendy scarf this Mother's Day. Do something creative with the kids, suggests the Los Angeles Times and save yourself a bit of dough. Of course, the cheapest gift would be... Read more on Los Angeles Times »
Haggling over the price of a new car can take all the fun out of buying a new car. So before you begin shopping, read this article from The Chicago Tribune for some tips on getting the best (that... Read more on The Chicago Tribune »
If you've ever locked your keys inside the car, you know just how much that little mishap can cost you (think time and money). But, reports Bankrate.come, there's a cheap and rather ingenious alternative... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Here's how to beat your local supermarket at its own game: read this article from Bankrate.com to learn which pricing strategies the retailer employs and then use that knowledge -- combined with... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Savvy shoppers have long known when to expect the sales to start. But now, everyone can get the inside skinny, courtesy of Time, which leads you to a blog that suggests the best times to buy a variety... Read more on Time »
It's April showers, soon to be May flowers, but meantime, the lawn is going crazy. Keeping it green and short can be a money-sink, so Money Talks News has some tips for cheaper lawn maintenance... Read more on Money Talks News »
The year is only one-quarter over and already The Simple Dollar has found more than a dozen websites that can save you real dollars. The recession may be over, folks, but we're obviously still panting... Read more on The Simple Dollar »
It's never to early to have "the talk" -- about being penny- and dollar-wise, that is -- with your kids. Market Watch suggests you do this often, and provides some tips about what to say and what... Read more on Market Watch »
Blogs, blogs, and more blogs. How many do you need to reinforce your frugal lifestyle? According to Coupon Sherpa, that would be 52 -- one for every week of the year. How about one for each day? Read more on Coupon Sherpa »
Moving is always a stressful proces. But Wisebread offers some practical advice that could save you money and anxiety the next time you need to move. Meanwhile, file this away under "Cheap Moving... Read more on WiseBread »
Eco-products are one thing; eco-behavior another. SmartMoney.com reports on a growing trend among companies to offer small discounts as incentives to get you to do green things, like bringing your... Read more on SmartMoney.com »
Planning a vacation is often a challenge, particularly if you're trying to get away on the cheap. So here ceoms ABC7News.com to the rescue with some out-of-the-box suggestions for a vacation that... Read more on ABC7News.com »
Let's say you want to eat cheaply. Which foods should you buy? More importantly, how much time can you allot to cooking? Nutrition Data lays out the shopping list, points out it doesn't contain... Read more on Nutrition Data »
Recycle and save. Now that's a two-fer. As The Denver Post reports, you can do yourself and the planet a favor by being frugal and eco-conscious. Get some inspiration from a blogger who walks the... Read more on The Denver Post »
If you've ever been tempted to save money by washing out a Ziploc bag and then reusing it, stop and read this funny but serious report from The Simple Dollar. You might be surprised. Read more on The Simple Dollar »
April showers bring May flowers...but you need to be involved, too. Getting your garden going doesn't have to cost much, and NewsChannel5.com shares five tips for cheap blooms. Read more on Newschannel5.com »
Gasoline prices are climbing again, so here are some ideas from 7online that will require changing some entrenched habits but should help boost that mileage and trim those gas costs. Read more on 7online »
Here's the question of the day: are you eco-minded or cheap? The Simple Dollar calculated the cost of flushing each time and weighed the non-monetary costs and benefits and concludes....well, you... Read more on The Simple Dollar »
It's not enough to be frugal these days. Now the chief economizers are telling us to live with less, to live green, to be sustainable. And US News & World Report gives you the low-down from a leading... Read more on US News & World Report »
Here are some answers to questions about cheap meal preparation that you've been afraid to ask. Thank Time for daring to do the dirty work. Read more on Time »
Trying to dig out from the recent financial avalanche? Read these posts on CNN Money and see what some very successful and wealthy business leaders advise you to do. Read more on CNN Money »
If you're planning an overseas trip some time soon, you probably want to read this tip sheet from Bankrate.com. It will help you figure out how to save on those little surprise expenses, like currency... Read more on Bankrate.com »
You're probably tired of hearing this, but you can cook dinner for four for $10 or so. To prove the point, The Denver Post serves up 10 recipes for healthy and cheap eating, along with some reminders... Read more on The Denver Post »
Do you know how much your bad habits are costing you? WalletPop cheerily helps you figure that out. So do yourself a favor: cut back on all those lattes and text messages -- and, well, the list... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Keeping up with the Joneses no longer requires costly renovations to your home. Just do what all your cash-strapped friends are doing, and splurge on little pick-me-ups. The New York Times gives... Read more on The New York Times »
If you are shocked, simply shocked, every time you receive a cell phone bill, there are several ways to make talk cheap. The Sacremento Bee has found some websites that could help you reduce those... Read more on Sacramento Bee »
All those premium consumer goods look so enticing. But here are some tips from BUXR about the biggest ripoffs and where to find the goods that are worth their price. Read more on BUXR »
Wanna save big time? Stay healthy. Follow these tips from The Miami Herald and find out how easy it is to reduce your healthcare budget. Read more on The Miami Herald »
There's no place like home, but only if you feel safe. BloggerNews offers some budget-friendly tips for securing your home. Read more on BloggerNews »
If you've run out of ideas on how to live on less, the St. Petersburg Times can help you out. Here are some nifty ideas from readers about stretching the dollar when doing your grocery shopping. Read more on St. Petersburg Times »
Expecting? Forget pink and blue -- they're so last century. Go green instead. Parenting.com details all the reasons why, and cheap how-to's, for keeping your baby's environment green (that is, free... Read more on Parenting.com »
Wedding season is gearing up, so do what tradition says to do: borrow big time. Here are some tips, courtesy of the Orlando Sentinenl, about saving big time to make your big day a cheap one. Read more on Orlando Sentinel »
Getting back to basics is what it's all about these days. And that includes getting back into the kitchen. The Boston Herald reports on an adult education class that teaches students how to plan... Read more on Boston Herald »
It may only be March, but students thinking about the next academic year may want to take some notes now. If your budget won't stretch far enough to include room and board, WalletPop offers some... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Can you rise to the challenge? A writer for the Financial Post is vowing to eliminate all unnecessary spending. Follow her progress and try it out for yourself. Read more on Financial Post »
Staying healthy is a great way to save money. How is that? Read these health and fitness tips from WRAL, along with ideas for cutting medical and prescription costs and see how light you suddenly... Read more on WRAL »
You know that green stuff you used to carry in your pocket? Well, it's making a comeback. Why? Because, as Bankrate.com points out, a surprising number of merchants and service providers give discounts... Read more on Bankrate.com »
There's an art to living frugally. On the off chance you haven't yet marshalled all your hidden talent, the Money Saving Blog points you to 10 books that can help you break through and live cheaply, Read more on Money Saving Blog »
Save money by making a few simple changes around the house. From light bulbs to shower heads to programmable thermostats, KVUE.com has some bright ideas for you. Read more on KVUE.com »
For all you coupon-loving grocery shoppers, here's a way to stretch those dollars even further: As GoErie.com reports, you should get yourself an energy efficient freezer and then stock up on meats... Read more on GoErie.com »
You hear it all the time: Follow these 10 steps and you'll live happily ever after. So here comes Bankrate with a list of 10 tips to help you feel better about being frugal. Given that the pain... Read more on Bankrate.com »
Start couponing and save big time on groceries. Get some tips from this story in the Star Tribune and you may buy so much for so cheap that you wind up giving some away. Read more on Star Tribune »
Don't leave home without it...no, we're not talking about your credit card, although that's certainly a must. It's your smartphone, which, as PC World points out, can help you save tons of dough... Read more on PC World »
Using coupons to save money on groceries is a time-honored American tradition that has entered the modern age. As WTHR reports, you don't need to clip coupons from your local newspaper any longer. Read more on WTHR »
Just in case you're short on frugal ideas for Valentine's Day, KPSP has a bunch of cheap tips that are bound to please your honey while keeping you in the money. Read more on KPSP »
To each his own. That's what WalletPop discovered when inviting reader feedback about dollar store purchases. Items that some people said were a cheap deal, others panned as a waste of money. Guess... Read more on Wallet Pop »
Tired of doing the laundry? Aren't we all. But CBS News has some money-saving ideas that could revolutionize your laundry days. Using less detergent sounds counterintuitive, but it's actually a... Read more on CBS News »
Don't discount those convenience stores when you're looking for a discount, writes The New York Times. High prices may be guaranteed on certain items, but if you check out the coupons and learn... Read more on The New York Times »
No, you don't have to keep up with the baby Joneses. It's not style that matters, writes The Victoria Times Colonist, but safety. So go cheap when outfitting the nursery, but make sure you buy items... Read more on The Victoria Times Colonist »
Learn to be a smart shopper, advises SmartMoney.com. And that means knowing that items in discount outlets may be excess inventory from top-line brands and retailers, but are just as likely to be... Read more on SmartMoney.com »
Train and save. It's not as hard as you think. Just follow these tips, courtesy of The Boston Globe, and you'll stay (or get) in shape without dipping too far into your shrunken piggy bank. Read more on The Boston Globe »
Spring comes early and cheap with this tip from Lifehacker. Here's the secret: buy a big bouquet of flowers -- from the grocery store -- and divide them into small vases and place them in strategic... Read more on Lifehacker »
One simple click and a whole world of frugal deals and information will open up before you. Stretching a Buck reports on a new website with multiple functionalities that's all about connecting with... Read more on Stretching a Buck »
Just when you thought the big-spending holidays were behind you, Valentine's Day pops up. Knowing what you must be going through, Money Saving Blog offers up some sweet ideas that will keep you... Read more on Money Saving Blog »
Everyone's got an opinion -- or a story. So when one columnist from ABC News wrote about ways to save big, and we mean BIG, readers responded. Here are some Q&A's between the columnist and readers... Read more on ABC News »
Ever-escalating baggage fees are just one more annoying travel-related hassle. But if you're going skiing, and bringing all your own gear, USA Today has a few money-saving tips that may just be... Read more on USA Today »
Forget those end-of-season sales. Now you can spend while saving, as this CBS report points out, just by choosing the right time of day to part with your hard-earned bucks. So hold off on today's... Read more on CBS »
Still looking for way to reap big-time savings? CNN Money weighs in with three big ideas to help you trim your budget this year. Read more on CNN Money »
Cellular customers of AT&T and T-Mobile USA have cause for cheer. An article in The New York Times reports on a gadget that affixes to your PC and acts as your own private cell tower. The bottom... Read more on The New York Times »
Pity the frugal grocery shopper and the family that has to eat those thrifty buys. Not so, says MSNBC, which offers up some tried and true strategies for saving money on meals without scrimping... Read more on MSNBC »
You know that old adage, "penny wise and pound foolish"? Well, whoever coined that one was certainly on to something. Read this story from Good Morning America and you'll find out how saving big... Read more on Good Morning America »
Make the most of this New Year's resolutions by thinking cheap. Here's a list, courtesy of The Los Angeles Times, of 10 ways to pare your spending and boost your savings in 2010. Who could say no... Read more on The Los Angeles Times »
You might be all shopped out by now, but there comes a time when everyone could use some (written) words of advice. So consider this list of books, compiled by The Buffalo News, which offer all... Read more on The Buffalo News »
The consumer is king/queen in this year's holiday shopping realm. And smartphones are the foundation of his and her reign. As The New York Times reports, about 20% of shoppers are using cellphones... Read more on The New York Times »
It pays to be thrifty these days. And just in case you haven't yet figured out a strategy for paring down your lifestyle, check out these tips from self-proclaimed blogging frugalati. Thanks to The Read more on The Los Angeles Times »
How deep does that new frugality vein run in American consumers? An article in The New York Times explores that question and cites some surveys about our economic mindset, shopping patterns, and... Read more on The New York Times »
Beware those money-saving retail come-ons. As Time magazine explains, deals like zero-percent financing and free shipping may appeal to the penny-pinchers among us, but such enticements may actually... Read more on Time »
Remember the days when you clipped coupons from the Sunday newspaper inserts? Well, now you can find great coupon savings online. But beware of scams, warns PC World, which also names several reputable... Read more »
You can nibble around the margins of your over-extended lifestyle in an effort to cut costs, or you can make some well-considered surgical cuts. Check out these suggestions offered by Time Magazine. Read more on Time Magazine »
Forget about those layaway plans, despite what the retailers tell you. You'll wind up spending more for the item, reports Time Magazine, due to fees and restrictions. Practice frugality instead: Read more on Time Magazine »
If you think buying presents is costly, get a load of this...According to a report in WalletPop, the time you spend researching and shopping for that perfect gift, not to mention the cost of gas, Read more on Wallet Pop »
Looking for some very cool ideas to keep you warm this winter? Life Hacker offers a raft of nifty and cheap ways to keep your house toasty and cut down on your heating costs. We bet you never realized... Read more on Life Hacker »
In a face-off between two cheapskates (ah, two folks who prefer to live lightly), it's impossible to know who's the cheapest of them all. So read this post on TheDailyGreen.com and decide for yourself... Read more on TheDailyGreen.com »
The kind folks at Google just keep on giving... here's a great list of little-known (free!) Google features that can save you some big bucks. There's even a teaser for Google's upcoming thrifty project. Read more on CNN Money »
"The release of Mary Hance's new book, 99 Things to Save Money in Your Household Budget, might pose a dilemma for fans and followers of her 'Ms. Cheap' column in this newspaper. Sure, you could buy the... Read more on tennessean.com »
Buying rechargeable batteries, though always a noble step if you're going green, may not be the thriftiest choice. What's a frugal guy or gal to do? First of all, find out what major lifestyle change... Read more »
Cell phone bills getting you down? MSNBC has some news for you -- a web site that can help you save money by matching your usage patterns and your geographic location with the most cost-effective... Read more on MSNBC »
Forget the days of fixed prices. Try these vendor-specific strategies, courtesy of the Associated Press and see how much money you can save. "You've done it at the car dealership, the flea market... Read more on Associated Press »
Bargaining may be an art form, but the Associated Press offers some tips that should help improve your style. Read more on Associated Press »
Download this PDF from Shop Smart Magazine to learn about 50 sites and phone apps that can help you save as well as additional online shopping tips. Read more on Shop Smart Magazine »
Don't throw out that empty containeer just yet -- it's really not empty. Leave it to Consumer Reports, but the venerable product testing organization has discovered that, get this, up to 25% of... Read more on Consumer Reports »
Laundry is a fact of life. While there's nothing we can do to make it go away, there is something you can do to lower the cost of washing your clothes. Thanks to Families.com for cluing us in. Read more on Families.com »
Fun can be free in L.A. Really! A book that lets you in on all the low-cost and no-cost ways to while away your time may be worth a cash investment. LAIST.com has all the details. Read more on LAIST.com »
"The news that Wal-Mart's going to cease cutting paper checks for employees who don't have direct deposit has prompted all sorts of reactions -- applause for reducing paper waste, debates over whether... Read more on San Francisco Chronicle »
Get your coupons now! Savings on groceries is a big deal these days, so don't be shy. Check the offerings, courtesy of Probargainhunter.com. Read more »
According to USA Today research, the list below tells you when to find the best bargains for certain products and services. January - Furniture, Digital cameras, Big-screen TVs, Read more on USA Today »
Nothing beats being an informed consumer, and the Los Angeles Times fills you in on the games hotel-keepers play to keep their rooms filled and their rates high. "I recently stumbled onto a... Read more on Los Angeles Times »
There are just some things a girl can't do without -- even in these frugal times. So the Chicago Sun-Times treats us to reviews of several affordable anti-aging skin-care products. Read more on Chicago Sun-Times »
It's cheaper than ever now to take a little bit of home with you when you travel. Not literally, of course. But as The New York Times reports, the competition for those international calls is heating... Read more on The New York Times »
If the high cost of entertainment is getting you down, Hulu might be the pick-me-up you've been waiting for. Examiner.com explains how you can download some of your favorite TV shows and movies through... Read more on Examiner.com »
Forget about those trickle-down policies the big guys in Washington keep promising. Go with the bottom-up approach and take control of your environment. SmartMoney.com lists five ways to cut your energy... Read more on SmartMoney.com »
Patting yourself on the back for your new frugal lifestyle? Those folks in Maine have you beat by a mile, writes Boston.com. Read on and feel humble. Read more on Boston.com »
If the cost of living in your town is getting you down, vote with your feet! Forbes pulled together a list of the 100 cheapest cities in America. Better get going while the price is still right. Read more on Forbes »
If you're a frugal wannabe but haven't yet jumped into the Twitter stream, now's the moment. According to Promotionalcodes.org.uk, you'll have immediate access to all the hot money-saving coupons the latest... Read more on Promotionalcodes.org.uk »
There are just some things you can't do without. And gasoline for the car is one of them. So MSN Money deconstructs the whole gas pricing thing by way of offering some tips that might save you some dough... Read more on MSN Money »
If you're one of those folks who likes to stand in the shower forever but rues the cost of all that hot water, here's a device for you. A digital shower timer, says Frugal for Life blogspot, will help... Read more on Frugal for Life »
When Melissa Garcia was frustrated by Old Navy's scanty coupon offerings, she didn't just complain to the store. She vented on a message board tied to her blog consumerqueen.com, which is read by at least... Read more on Delaware Online »
If ever there were a time to negotiate a bargain, now is it. DailyPress.com reports on a feature by Consumer Reports about the art of bargaining. In a few words, be discrete, polite, and do your homework. Read more on DailyPress.com »
Hot off the presses: a new do-it-yourself magazine aimed at 20-somethings who value style and comfort but lack the cash for truly upscale living. Read all about it in this report from The Washington Post. Read more on The Washington Post »
Consumers take heart: retailers are paying attention to your cries for more ways to shop wisely and cheaply. The Associated Press reports on the growing power of the blogosphere to affect retailers' marketing... Read more on Associated Press »
Yes indeed, those coupons you receive in the mail or in newspaper circulars can save you a pile of money. WENY TV interviewed the "Coupon Queen of Corning," who graciously shared her grand strategy for... Read more on WENY TV »
Suburban moms carry a heavy load these days. Carpools, soccer games, ballet class -- and now this: learning to be frugal. The Daily Herald asked suburban Chicago moms, and a few dads, for their favorite... Read more on The Daily Herald »
If you haven't yet learned to tweet, now might be the time. Consumers who love bargains will come to love Twitter.com. CBS4 reports that supermarkets and other tech-savvy retailers are using the social... Read more on CBS4.com »
Friends and neighbors unite...it's time to throw a party. The password? Tips for frugal living, and perhaps a dish to pass that cost less than $5 to prepare. Read more in the Chicago Daily Herald. Read more on Chicago Daily Herald »
With an economic downturn in full swing, we could all do with a careful analysis of our spending patterns. Academic research into smart spending, reported in this article from The Chicago Tribune, will... Read more on The Chicago Tribune »
Even in these dismal economic times, chic still rules. In this New Yorker cartoon by Carolita Johnson, two friends are window shopping and one says to the other.... "Finally! "Cheap is the new black!" Read more on The New Yorker »
