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Party on the Cheap…

the Editors @ December 16, 2009 # No Comment Yet

OK, it’s too late to save you money with this post THIS holiday season, as we’re about out of it as we write this.  But save this one for the next time you say to yourself, “it’s about time I threw a swell soiree for friends…but a party is gosh-darned expensive.”
Not anymore friends—as long as [...]

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Cheap Gifts

the Editors @ May 4, 2009 # No Comment Yet

Y
ou’re trying to spend less money–especially at this time of the year, but how does gift giving fit into the Cheapskate Living Plan? And this isn’t just about loved ones.  Many of us are faced with the obligatory co-worker, teacher, boss, etc.  gift list as well. How does one play Santa on a Scrooge’s budget?
Thinking: [...]

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