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When to Buy: A Simple Guide to Seasonal Prices

Prices tend to follow the calendar. Knowing roughly when to buy what can help you pay less for the same things.

By Marcy DunnOct 19, 2026
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Store Brand or Name Brand? A Simple Way to Decide

You don't have to switch everything. Try this easy test to find which store brands are worth it for your household.

By Ellen ParkerOct 11, 2026
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Caring for Shoes and Clothes So They Last Longer

Simple care routines that make shoes and clothes last years longer, meaning fewer replacements.

By Tom HadleyOct 3, 2026

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How to Cut Subscriptions and Streaming You Don't Use

Small monthly charges are easy to forget. A one-hour review can clear out the ones you no longer need.

By Ellen Parker Sep 25, 2026
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Build One Small Frugal Habit at a Time

By Tom Hadley Sep 17, 2026
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How to Compare Unit Prices Without a Calculator

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Pantry Staples That Stretch Every Meal

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20 Ways to Reuse Jars, Tubs, and Containers

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Easy Ways to Use Less Water at Home

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Declutter and Sell What You No Longer Use

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A Beginner's Guide to Buying Secondhand

Thrift stores, yard sales, and online marketplaces can all be great sources, if you know what to look for.

By Ellen Parker Jul 31, 2026
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How to Use Up Leftovers Before They Go Bad

Simple ideas for turning last night's dinner into tomorrow's lunch, without eating the exact same thing three days in a row.

By Marcy Dunn Jul 23, 2026
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Three Simple Home Fixes Anyone Can Do

A squeaky hinge, a running toilet, and a slow drain: easy, safe fixes you can handle with basic items.

By Walt Bennett Jul 15, 2026
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Heating and Cooling Your Home for Less

Thermostat habits, drafts, and curtains: easy ways to stay comfortable without running the system all day.

By Marcy Dunn Jul 7, 2026

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