Everyday Cheapskate

Everyday Cheapskate

Everyday Cheapskate

From household tips to money saving strategies, Mary Hunt shares her secrets with her readers in an attempt to make guilt-free living a little bit easier and a little bit more fun! Each column answers readers' questions and includes a recipe of sorts -- whether it be for a homemade cleaning solution or a dessert to reward yourself with once your work is done. 

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5 Reasons to Give Kids an Allowance Aug 13, 2026

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Reader Discovers It's Difficult to Pay the Balance to the Penny Aug 11, 2026

Dear Cheapskate: This is petty perhaps, but how does one ever completely pay off a credit card accou... Read More

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