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Frugalitarians are disciplined consumers. While they might be tempted by savvy marketing, they don’t fall prey to it. I’ve discovered that I’m happy to admire merchandise without having to own it. I’m not anti-consumer, but I do believe in spending my money wisely. Today, my readers share their own frugal rules. If you’re interested in saving a few bucks, try to apply a rule or two to …

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Buying preowned merchandise is often frugal — unless you buy something you don’t need or can’t use. When you come across what appears to be a good bargain, it’s tough to decide whether to grab it or walk away. Ask yourself the following before buying:
– Can I afford this?
– Does this purchase have other related costs involved?
– Am I informed on this item? Have I comparison shopped?
– Do …

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Many parents have plans for their younger kids during summer break, but don’t feel bad if you can’t afford summer camp, community centers or sports. There are tons of frugal options. Get organized now so you have a game plan. It can be fun going to the public pool, local library, beach and parks, but that’s only a few days out of several weeks. You can have …

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Food prices are soaring. To keep costs down, add meatless meals to your regular menu plan. You’ve probably made spaghetti and sauce or a big salad for dinner without anyone noticing or complaining that it didn’t contain meat. You don’t have to mention that you’re making any changes at all. Meatless Mondays can be our little secret, and I won’t tell if you won’t. You’ll love the “good …