Everyday Cheapskate

Everyday Cheapskate

Everyday Cheapskate

From household tips to money saving strategies, Mary Hunt shares her secrets with her readers in an attempt to make guilt-free living a little bit easier and a little bit more fun! Each column answers readers' questions and includes a recipe of sorts -- whether it be for a homemade cleaning solution or a dessert to reward yourself with once your work is done. 

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Don't Rely on Vinegar to Disinfect Jan 08, 2026

Dear Mary: What is a safe disinfectant for colored clothes, such as underwear and bath towels? I can... Read More

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How Getting Through Hard Times Makes Us Stronger Jan 07, 2026

Discouragement plagues all of us from time to time. If you're discouraged about your situation ̵... Read More

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Ask Cheapskate Jan 06, 2026

You should see my email inbox. Yikes! It's overflowing with questions, tips, stories, feedback, rebu... Read More

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Cheap Yet Quality Sunglasses in the Unlikeliest Places Jan 05, 2026

If you've ever left a perfectly good pair of sunglasses in a restaurant bathroom, dropped them off a... Read More