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Share you best frugal tips and tricks. Then, explore the tips and tricks contributed by other Frugal Living readers.
Unclaimed Baggage Center - Have You Been?
Have you visited the Unclaimed Baggage Center in Scottsboro, Alabama? Tell us what you thought?
What are your thoughts on second-hand gifts?
Do you give second-hand gifts? Do you think they're just plain tacky? Tell us what you think.
What are Your Favorite Websites for Free Music?
Tell us where you go for free online radio and music downloads.
Do You Hulu?
Have you given Hulu a try? Tell us what you think.
Cash for Clunkers - What's Your Opinion of the Program?
What do you think of the Cash for Clunkers program? Is it a good deal? Will you be participating?
What Have You Repaired Recently?
Share your "I-Fixed-It" success stories.
How Do You Keep Your Vacation Food Costs Down?
Food can take a big bite out of a vacation budget. Tell us what you do to keep the food costs down.
Free and Nearly-Free Kids Events - Share Your Favorites
Do you know of free kids events that are worth checking out?
Where Can You Get Free Movie Rentals?
Do you know of businesses that offer free movie rentals? Please share the details.
What are Your Favorite Gifts to Give that Cost $5 or Less?
A great gift doesn't have to cost a lot. Tell us what you like to give when you're trying to keep it to $5 or less.
What are Your Favorite Gifts to Give that Cost $10 or Less?
Tell us what gifts you like to give when you're trying to keep it to $10 or less.
Do You Like to Give Gifts that Save the Recipient Money?
Tell us what money-saving gifts you've given.
Budget-Friendly Mother's Day Gifts
Share your best ideas for thoughtful, but budget-friendly Mother's Day gifts.
Cheap Father's Day Gift Ideas
Share your ideas for cheap Father's Day gifts.
Do You Have a Hobby That Earns You Money?
There's nothing better than earning money from something you love. Tell us how you've turned a hobby into an extra income stream.
Quiz: Are You Freegan Material?
You consider yourself frugal, but could you be a freegan too? Take the quiz and find out.
How Do You Earn Extra Money in a Pinch?
Have you found a great way to earn extra money? Tell us about it.
How Do You Squeeze Saving into Your Budget?
Frugalites are a creative bunch. Tell us what you've done to squeeze saving into your budget.
Have You Found a Way to Save on Prescriptions?
Prescription prices can be outrageous. Tell us what you do to save.
Your Favorite Books About Frugal Living
Are there books about frugal living that you love and think everyone should read? Give us your list.
Birthday Freebies for Kids
Do you know of a restaurant or store that offers birthday freebies for kids? Tell us, so we can help spread the word.
Have You Tried Angel Food Ministries?
Tell us what you think of the Angel Food Ministries program.
Where Can You Eat Free on Your Birthday?
Do you know of restaurants that offer free food on your birthday? We'd love to hear about it.
Have You Found a Way to Cut the Cost of Eating Out?
We all deserve the occasional meal out. Tell us how you do it on the cheap.
Are There Thrift Store Items That You Buy for Crafting?
Thrift stores can be a great source for cheap craft supplies. Are there items that you like to snatch up and use in projects?
Have You Found a Clever Use for Ice Cube Trays
Ice cube trays can be used for so much more than making ice. Tell us how you use yours.
Have You Found a Great Way to Reuse Plastic Newspaper Sleeves?
Plastic newspaper sleeves can be used for all sorts of things. Tell us how you like to use yours.
What's Your Trick for Getting More Coupons?
Have you happened upon a great way to get more coupons? We'd love to hear about it.
How Do You Use Your MyPoints Earnings?
I love to cash in my MyPoints earnings for free gas cards to use on vacation. How do you use yours?
How Do You Use Entertainment Book to Save?
An Entertainment Book can save you money on restaurant meals, travel and all sorts of other things. Tell us how you use yours to save.
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