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Erin's Frugal Living Blog January 2008 Archive

By Erin Huffstetler, About.com Guide to Frugal Living

New Year's Resolutions: How Are You Doing?

Thursday January 31, 2008
Well, it's official. . . the first month of '08 is coming to an end, so how are you doing with your financial resolutions? Not sure? Here are several tools ... Read More

Smart Ways to Spend Your Tax Rebate

Wednesday January 30, 2008
With the latest reports suggesting that tax rebates could arrive as soon as May, now is a good time to think about how you'll spend (or save) yours. LaToya Irby, ... Read More

How to Save Money on Amazon

Tuesday January 29, 2008
Amazon.com can be a great source for bargains, if you know where to look. The other week I got $43 worth of Pyrex storage containers for $17--a 60 percent savings--and ... Read More

This Frugal Thing Really Works

Friday January 25, 2008
Every so often you come across a story that reminds you of just how much you can accomplish by being frugal. Today, CNNMoney has just such a story. It profiles ... Read More

The Best Time to Buy Everything

Thursday January 24, 2008
If you're looking for a deal, January is the time to buy linens, carpeting and athletic shoes. Do you know what else is on sale this month? The answer is ... Read More

The Eating Out Challenge

Wednesday January 23, 2008
Do you eat out more than you'd like to or more than you can afford to? Then, now's the time to do something about it! Join other Frugal Living readers ... Read More

Frugal Pet Care

Tuesday January 22, 2008
In love with your pet, but less in love with all of the pet-related expenses? Then, check out this round-up of frugal, all-natural pet care recipes: Make Your Own Dog Shampoo Homemade Flea ... Read More

New Couponing Strategy

Monday January 21, 2008
Think you know all of the couponing strategies in existence? Then, see if you know this one posted by Trent of Simple Dollar. He says that instead of clipping coupons ... Read More

Uses for Baking Soda

Friday January 18, 2008
Baking soda can be used to make inexpensive cleaners, health and beauty products, pet supplies and so much more. Give these baking soda-based recipes a try, and unlock the power ... Read More

Warehouse Clubs: What to Buy and What Not to Buy

Thursday January 17, 2008
Warehouse clubs like Sam's and Costco can be a good deal, but only if you now what to buy and, more importantly, what not to buy. AOL has put together ... Read More

Cheap Cold Weather Food

Wednesday January 16, 2008
Brrr ... it's cold here today. And with two inches of snow expected tonight, that tells me one thing ...it's time for some cold weather food. If you're looking for ... Read More

Are Your Friends Frugal?

Tuesday January 15, 2008
Think through your list of friends . . . Are many of them frugal? Are any of them frugal? Thinking through my own list, I would have to say that ... Read More

Go Green to Save Green

Monday January 14, 2008
Going green is good for the environment, but what many people don't realize is that it can also be good for your wallet. Case in point: making your own cleaners. ... Read More

Still Time to Reduce Your 2007 Tax Bill

Friday January 11, 2008
2007 may be over, but there's still time to reduce your 2007 tax bill. Sock away some money in a Traditional IRA, and deduct the contribution from your taxable income--up ... Read More

Homemade Health and Beauty Recipes

Thursday January 10, 2008
Looking good doesn't have to mean spending a lot. Learn how to make your own health and beauty products, and save big bucks without sacrificing your style. Homemade Health and Beauty ... Read More

What to Do About Rejected and Unpaid Rebates

Wednesday January 9, 2008
I love, love, love rebates. What I don't love is rebate rejections, or just as bad--when a rebate check simply fails to show up. Talk about aggravating. If you've ever experienced ... Read More

Organize Your Finances

Tuesday January 8, 2008
Living frugally means living in control of your finances. Spend some time this week getting your finances in order. Then, get to work creating the financial life that you want ... Read More

Cash, Credit or Debit: Which is Best?

Monday January 7, 2008
Cash, credit or debit? You're asked to make this decision every time you make a purchase, but what's the right answer? Is there a right answer? A frugal answer? Actually, ... Read More

Simple Ways to Fight Shopping Temptation

Friday January 4, 2008
Have you resolved to spend less this year? Then, it may be time to say goodbye to all of those unsolicited credit card applications and catalogs that come in the ... Read More

Internet Coupons make a Comeback

Thursday January 3, 2008
Blast back to the mid to late nineties, and Internet coupons were a big deal. Nearly all grocery stores took them, and you could really save a lot. Ahh. . ... Read More

Make the Most of After-Christmas Sales

Wednesday January 2, 2008
As of yesterday, the Target, Lowes, Walgreens and CVS stores in my area were selling Christmas merchandise at 75 percent off. That's a substantial discount, and a great chance ... Read More

It's Thrift Store Bargain Time

Tuesday January 1, 2008
Love a good thrift store bargain? Then, January is the time to shop. Why? Because lots of tax deduction-seeking folks rush to make a donation before the end of the ... Read More
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