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Archive for October, 2008

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Make Do and Mend Challenge

Repair it, don’t toss it challenge is now open. It’s recycling and budget saving in one swoop.

29Oct2008 | Sylvia | 5 comments | Continued
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Frugal Family Challenge Results - Gas-Saving Tips

Edmunds.com recently ran a series shown on Good Morning America where two families were challenged to a friendly competition - who can save the most gas in a month. The goal? A 25% gas reduction and to provide readers and viewers with a challenge in their own households.
It’s a nice read with loads of gas-saving tips and [...]

28Oct2008 | Sylvia | 2 comments | Continued
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Layaway Plans for Christmas plus Kmart Layaway Coupon

Layaway plans are back in fashion. With credit cards either maxed out, cancelled or simply tucked away, consumers are looking at layaway as a means to having at least a little something under the Christmas tree.

Here’s a little about Kmart’s Layaway service plus a coupon to get your plan started.

27Oct2008 | Sylvia | 2 comments | Continued
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Billshrink - Shrink, shrink, shrink my bills

Billshrink is a free service to help save money on wireless plans and now credit cards. They monitor the marketplace based on your specific usage and send a report when better plans are available to save you cash.

Did I already mention it’s free?

26Oct2008 | Sylvia | 2 comments | Continued
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How are you saving money and cutting costs?

How are you saving money and cutting costs?

Provide your best tips in home & garden, clothes, groceries, utilities, entertainment, auto and more!

25Oct2008 | Sylvia | 4 comments | Continued
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Found Money - Stopping little charges everywhere

Need some found money? It may be right under your nose, or statement, as the case may be.

Take a look at your latest credit card statement. How much do you have in recurring charges?

24Oct2008 | Sylvia | 1 comment | Continued
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Layaway Plans are Back! Stores offering layaway service

Layaway plans are back for the consumer just in time for holiday shopping.

See our tips for buying on layaway and lists of stores with layaway service plans.

23Oct2008 | Sylvia | 83 comments | Continued