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How to Make Perfect Cold-Brew Iced Coffee Nov. 02, 2020
The idea left me, well, cold. Coffee is supposed to be hot. Very, very hot. And then, I made a serio... Read More
The Case of the Frugal Florist Oct. 28, 2020
Dear Mary: I offered to do flower arrangements for a very small family wedding. The bride donated $1... Read More
Bargains by the Month Oct. 27, 2020
OK, I'll say a word and you respond with the first thing that pops into your head. Me: January. You:... Read More
Ready to Take the 3-Apple Challenge? Oct. 26, 2020
In the modern-day supermarket, an apple is something that never disappears. No matter what time of y... Read More
Credit Protection for the Elderly Is a Must Oct. 21, 2020
Dear Mary: My father has been the victim of elder abuse. His sister, who was his caregiver, has char... Read More
Superfoods, Super Cheap Oct. 20, 2020
Imagine ordinary food items, available in any supermarket, that are powerful enough to help you lowe... Read More
Where To Find Professional Help With Liquidating a Household Oct. 15, 2020
Dear Mary: You have a great column! I learn something new from it every day. My problem is finding a... Read More
A Roll Is a Raise Oct. 15, 2020
Warning, Will Robinson! (And warning to you, too, Wilhelmina Robinson!) Love all the money you are s... Read More
Readers Offer Their Best Travel Tips Oct. 13, 2020
Planning to hit the road for some fun family times this fall? Travel has been severely curtailed ove... Read More
Money Dilemmas: Everyone Has Them From Time to Time Oct. 12, 2020
CHEAPER INSURANCE FOR TEEN DRIVER? Dear Mary: My son will be getting his driver's license this year,... Read More
10,000 Useful Tips To Save Time and Money ... and Counting! Oct. 07, 2020
Today, I have a bunch of tips for you. These are quick, wonderful ways to save time and money every ... Read More
Hands Off the Cheese, Please! Oct. 06, 2020
Call me picky, but I prefer my greens to be those of the garden variety, not something growing on my... Read More
Shall I Save ... or Pay and Pay and Pay? Oct. 01, 2020
Dear Mary: I just received my income tax refund. At first, I thought of paying off a credit card bil... Read More
Living With Cash Is Challenging but Not Impossible Sep. 28, 2020
Dear Mary: I like the idea of shopping online. The problem I have is that I am digging my way out of... Read More
The Pay-As-You-Go Route to Higher Education Sep. 22, 2020
Dear Mary: How can a person finance her education without taking out loans? I need to get a master's... Read More
Public Library Services You May Not Know About That Can Save You Money Sep. 21, 2020
My adult children are big on borrowing stuff from their parents. And, from time to time, they may fa... Read More
How To Make a Cake From (Almost) Scratch and More Great Reader Tips Sep. 17, 2020
This week, my supermarket has brand-name cake mixes on sale for $1 each, so I've stocked up. And jus... Read More
Car Leases and Laundry Detergents Sep. 16, 2020
Dear Mary: My wife and I are having a disagreement. I want to lease a new car now, because ours is o... Read More
Another Batch of Great Reader Tips Sep. 14, 2020
If you've ever asked yourself, "Is there one more thing I could possibly do with baking soda," or, "... Read More
More Ways Hydrogen Peroxide Can Make Your Life Easier Sep. 10, 2020
Hydrogen peroxide is as harmless as it is powerful, and it's so much more than just a household clea... Read More
