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TIGHTWAD  

Tips and tricks of the inner tightwad trade.

Saving money is cool. Being mean is not. If you're tempted to do any of these ten things, it's time to loosen your purse strings.

A comical sequence of events leads one woman's cheap boyfriend to the brink......

This book is an essential for anyone trying to make ends meet in this difficult world.

My husband, Ed, is thrifty to put it nicely. I'm sure if Dr. Phil were doing a show on "America's Tightest Tightwads" , we'd be invited on the show.

There comes a time in every man's financial life where he has to make tough choices. You can either follow the financial planning advice of Dave Ramsey and other pundits to the letter, or you can have a happy marriage.

Saving money and stretching your budget can be fun and rewarding as well as a family tradition.

Tips and advice for living on the cheap and saving money in Seattle, Washington, by Paul Diamond Blow: professional tightwad

Don't waste your money on store bought croutons. They are simple to make at home with this frigal recipe.

I consider myself to basically be a tightwad. However, Cascade Complete is one luxury item that I will NOT be without...

There came a time in my life when I realized that I was a cheap person.

My shopping tactics are post seasonal buying, always being prepared to buy, and connections and memberships.

Taking a look at my Tightwad-to-English dictionary, the words "Florida Vacation" translates as "Yeah right." But I may have discovered a glitch in the system that might translate into "happy wife AND happy wallet."

Find out how to see sporting events for little or no money in the San Francisco Bay Area. Read about Tightwad Hill, Double Play Wednesdays, Chris Mullin Buzz Cut Night, and more.

For those who want the best for their family's health, whole grains are the way to go - and it doesn't get more whole grain than using flour you grind yourself. If you thought you couldn't afford it, now you can.

I am cheap, and proud of it. There are many rules that I could not break, no matter what. Here are my basic rules of cheap.

Marriage is never easy, but you already knew that. Here are 10 concessions one wife makes about sticking it out with someone whom she has nothing in common except stubbornness.

In my last article, Cheap Rules for the 21st Century, I gave my basic rules for being cheap. The following list details things I will not do to save money.

If you've ever worried that you lean toward mean and miserly, take this test.

Everything has a fair price, but, at times, we pay either too much or look for a price that is well below fair. It is very simple to get a good bargain in Mexico if you have the knowledge.

Another funny chapter from my twisted little life!

Does your "rainy day fund" consists of extra pocket change tossed into a broken coffee cup? Use this easy 7-step plan to build a real nest egg.

Following up on an article about "green" things everyone can do, this article discusses "green" alternatives for high school and college students, and anyone else whose financial resources are limited.

A brief guide to how our family got our finances in order.

The soothing properties of Epson Salt as a bath salt have been known for years. But it is so much more than just something to soak in for tired ache muscles.

In view of our community's recent experience with beer by the drink, surely we can find a better way to attract business than selling beer by the drink.

What Living Debt-Free Means, And What It Doesn't.

This series considers ten kinds of bad moods, their causes, and their natural, pill-free cures. In this article: grief and guilt.

A humorous look at a young mother's journey into couponing!

Miracles do happen, believe it or not. Listen to my story and you will understand...

Although many of us are not wealthy, we can still give great gifts by being clever and thinking in an open, imaginative way.

Muffins aren't just for breakfast anymore. Inexpensive, fast, and easy to make, muffins are a lot more than you thought they were!

With the coming recession and as prices continue to rise on everything from gas to food people find it harder and harder to save. Discover ten ways to save $10 a day.

9 tips to help you save money on gas, groceries, and using your phone to call information (411).

The media is full of the story of Deven Trabosh looking for love by advertising her house and herself up for sale. Trabosh advertises herself as a "Princess Lost in America." Will she find her dream prince?

Some ideas for cheap family vacation activities based on the author's own experience.

Be careful what books you read in public because the FBI might want to talk to you or you might be accused of being a racist.

Tips on how to find fulfillment staying at home with your children

This article summarizes my research into the Nanny Tax, and provides a general overview of the tax implications of having childcare in your home while you work.

A review of one family's stay with Parkside Cabin Rentals in Gatlinburg, Tennessee

For RV campers, Boondocking is the extreme version of camping. You'll not have external hookups to city utilities such as water, electricity, and sewer. This doesn't, however, mean that you'll be roughing it.

Ten eco-sensitive suggestions for environmentally conscious mothers.

Some might find Nahirny's (often autobiographical) discussion of "early retirement" inspiring. However, it's a bit disillusioning to discover that she evidently didn't actually amass enough capital to completely/permanently retire.

Looking for a Motorola H500 Bluetooth Headset? Here are some options for where you might find a good deal.

A review of the basic electric hedge trimmers from Homelite.

Living on a budget does not always mean living on pinto beans and corn bread. Here are some tips for saving money and still living and enjoying your life.

A review of Jeff Yeager's The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches

Incredible is right! You can spend all day there, and still want to stay. It has so many food choices, varieties, games and fun that you'll never want to leave!! Come discover this new place to bring the whole family!

Like many of you going to the movies can be expensive. Many people do not go to the movies like they used to because of rising prices and because of movie rentals.

Are you frugal? Would you like to be? Here ar some great websites for frugal living.

Debtfree living is it possible?

Everyone is looking for quick and easy ways to spend less this Christmas. This article details a few simple ways for shoppers to cut their spending while still giving great gifts.

We all know that it is difficult in this day and time, but I am living proof that it is possible: a modern American family can survive on a single income. How do we do it? I will let you in on my secrets...

How can a person save money and be frugal when they have very little spare time? Frugal Homemaker Plus answers!

Frugal Homemaker Plus discusses her frugal journey.

Minnesota is a frozen tundra in the middle of the country. Learn how the natives survive.

We frugalistas are a different breed of woman from your stereotypical woman featured in woman's magazines and in advertising. Frugalistas don't care so much about the bling but rather care more about getting a good bang for our (or your) buck.

We know the government has things that are free and there's a guy on TV who wears a funny suit that has pulbished books dedicated to free, or frugal, living. Sometimes there is a long wait or paperwork process but other times you may feel lucky.

Planning on vacationing this year? Knowing you've created a family vacation that will not only bring smiles to the faces of your clan, but also leave you free of burdensome debt is worth every ounce of time you'll put into planning.

Your apartment, no matter how small or temporary, can still be a home. Use the resources you have to decorate and make your apartment into the cozy castle you deserve!

Warning: this is an unapologetic look at each astrological sign and for that I apologize. If you are easily offended, do not proceed. Everybody else, c'mon in and find out who you are - really.

I had the June wedding that nobody dreams of.

I am offering to you some of the tips I have discovered to transform my pantry from unhealthy to healthy.

An overview of the Canon i90 mobile printer; features, fun and buying the right printer.

Lake Tahoe

How to create unlikable characters without creating an unlikable story.

This article and advice will not be for everyone; not for those of you with fantasies of giggling and tumbling around in the back of a limousine with big-haired beautiful strangers. But, if you want the best ways to save a ton of money, read on.

My husband has an aversion to vegetables growing in the front flower bed. Maybe he thinks it shows a certain desperation for visitors to see blooming zucchini nestled next to red geraniums.

Losing something valuable you thought will never be found again but being surprised of the item being returned by kind hearted souls.

Libraries are great resources. Not only for the knowledge they contain, but for the events, classes, etc. that they offer. Using your library to your full advantage can help you save money.

I'm a frugal person. I admit it freely. I'm not ashamed of it, rather I'm proud of the fact that I save money here by not wasting it so I can get something I want there.

The Economides family is so frugal, Good Morning America named them "America's Cheapest Family". They refuse to use credit and have lived on an income of less than $35,000 a year.

This is not a bad bag cart for people just starting to play golf.

These days when you think of hospitals and television you think of the super dramatic shows such as ER and House, but there is one bringing comedy to the otherwise serious role of a doctor, Scrubs.

You can give a thoughtful bridal and baby shower gift without breaking the bank. Look for sales and bargains this shower season. You'll be amazed at what you can find for less!

Magazine review.

With the Durabrand Blender only costing a fraction of the cost of name brand blenders, decide whether it can be the blender for you!

I present to you four more tips for making the most out of your hard-earned dough.

Fresh off the stands of the Broken Springs Ledger is the story of a local woman whose life was saved by one of her boyfriend's inflatable friends.

No, you won't find it on the menu, but on my last trip to Starbucks, a fellow customer clued me in on the mysterious "ghetto latte."

I give to you now the first group of those stars of bygone days that should, nay, need to be, remembered by all of us.