Recent Frugal Blog Posts

Avoiding the Upsell

by Mary Ann Romans

14 May 2012 06:30 AM

Chances are that if you have visited a restaurant, bought a major appliance or looked to contract a service lately then you have been subject to an upsell. Upsell techniques can cause you to spend more money without realizing it.

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Freezing My ... Off

by Mary Ann Romans

08 May 2012 02:07 PM

This week, I am making it one of my frugal goals to freeze a little something each and every day. Today it is mashed potatoes and also banana chocolate chip muffins. Yesterday, it was sour cream corn muffins, and the day before it was regular chocolate chip muffins.

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Have a Frugal Cinco de Mayo

by Mary Ann Romans

04 May 2012 05:16 AM

Are you throwing a Cinco de Mayo party this week? Why not save some money at the same time? Here are some tips on how you can have a fun but frugal Cinco de Mayo.

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How to Write a Great For Sale Ad on Craigslist: Compelling Text

by Mary Ann Romans

03 May 2012 12:46 PM

One of the most important things about selling something on Craigslist, whether it is a car or clothes is to have a compelling for sale ad.

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How to Write a Great For Sale Ad on Craigslist: Pictures

by Mary Ann Romans

02 May 2012 09:13 AM

Craigslist is a wonderful way to sell items online for free. There is no fee to place an ad, so whatever you make on the deal is pure profit. Still, there are many, many ads on Craigslist, so making your Craigslist post stand out is important if you want to be able to get your items sold quickly.

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How to Write a Great For Sale Ad on Craigslist: Pricing

by Mary Ann Romans

01 May 2012 05:21 AM

Do you want to earn some money selling something on Craigslist? If so, you will need an eye catching post that will have your inbox filled with offers. Here are some tips that you can use to create a winning Craigslist ad.

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How to Save Money on an Engagement Ring

by Mary Ann Romans

30 Apr 2012 05:30 PM

Many couples today are choosing to forego the elaborate engagement ring and put the savings toward starting their lives together, such as toward the down payment of a home, getting rid of debt such as student loans, or saving for future children who might come along.

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Getting Collection Calls for Someone Else. What Do You Do?

by Mary Ann Romans

30 Apr 2012 01:49 PM

It is hard enough when collection agencies call your home or your workplace on a debt that you owe, but what happens when they are calling for someone else and holding you responsible? Here is what you need to know and what you need to do.

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My Saturday Yard Sale Bargains

by Mary Ann Romans

29 Apr 2012 10:33 AM

Yesterday was a good day for yard sale bargains for me. Our township was doing its annual yard sale day. Anyone in the town can register their yard sale, which was printed on a detailed map. That means that there were more than 30 different yard sales happening within just a few miles of our home.

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Why Price Matching and Comparing Prices Just Got Harder

by Mary Ann Romans

28 Apr 2012 09:28 AM

Being able to compare prices using smart phone price checking apps or searching online for the best price offer great ways to save on your purchases. When stores price match on the same items, you can save even more.

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