Mary Hunt
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Mary Hunt
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23 Easy Ways to Save $5 a Day
Saving money doesn't have to require becoming a miser or even erasing all the fun from your life. In fact, there are so many ways...
4 Good Reasons to Kick the Credit Card Habit
It seems so much harder to work for money you've already spent.
Housecleaning Hacks from the Pros: Clever, Genius and Just Plain Brilliant
These are the tricks that make you wonder why nobody told you sooner.
Everything I Know About Negotiation I Learned in Order to Survive
No matter if your negotiations involve an allowance program for your kids, settling a dispute with a contractor or convincing a creditor to reduce your...
Broke? Can’t Save? Oh, Yes You CAN!
If you're going to commit to the program, this is the most important thing to know: Pay yourself first.
What Is a Grace Period, and How Does It Work?
Dear Mary: Is there a law that says how long the grace period must be? (And if you don't mind, exactly what IS a grace...
Before You Jump Into HEL, Consider Your Options Very Carefully
Treating your home equity like available spending money could be a decision you will regret for a long time to come.
Why Are We So Gullible?
Why do we get that momentary "what if?" when another ship to riches sails across our inbox?
Financial Harmony Is More About Trust Than Money
Explore the impact of money on marriage and relationship dynamics..and how to handle unauthorized charges and finances.
Homemade Ice Melt for Steps, Walkways and Driveways
"Everyday Cheapskate" reader Jennifer wrote, "Do you have a solution for melting ice and snow on walkways, driveways, steps and windshields?"
27 Grocery Shopping Tricks to Keep More Cash in Your Pocket
Here's a snappy collection of grocery-shopping tricks that may not be new but have surely been forgotten by most of us.
The Inside Buzz on Batteries
Little things mean a lot—like the two words "batteries included."
The Most Overlooked Type of Insurance
Insurance is a funny thing. You learn all you can, shop diligently, scrape together the money to pay for it, and then hope you'll never...
The Agony and Ecstasy of Getting Out of Debt
Navigate your debt situation wisely. Explore your options of moving, staying, or purchasing with our expert advice.
7 Ways to Repurpose Old Towels That You Probably Never Considered
Transform your old towels into something new! Discover seven creative ways to repurpose old towels today.
Will I Inherit My Parents’ Debts?
If my parents are in debt and they die, who pays the bills? I am terrified of inheriting my parents' debt
Without Trust, You Have Nothing— in Money and in Life
Navigating relationships can be tough. Discover how to address money issues with your partner while maintaining trust.
Why Buying Brand-New Can Be a Financial Mistake (How to Score a Great Used Car Instead)
You start out looking for a practical, reliable used car. But before you know it, you're sipping bad dealership coffee, staring at a contract for...
Living with Less May Be the Best Way to Live
Recently, I've been on yet another of my seemingly never-ending quests to pare down and clean out. I got this surge of energy after reading...
How to Detail Car Interior Using These Homemade Cleaners
Remember that pristine, fresh, clean feeling of slipping behind the wheel of your new car?
Simple Tricks to Make Your Stuff Last Longer
Sure, we love to buy things on sale, but that's not the only way—or the best way—to cut costs. Discovering simple ways to make things...
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