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DEAR SARA: With the price of eggs going through the roof, does the size of eggs really matter that much in recipes that call for eggs? I figured if I downsized my eggs, I might be able to buy them without feeling sick to my stomach. (There is a 70-cent difference in the price of small versus large eggs at my store.) — Phyllis, Florida
DEAR PHYLLIS: I …

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Many frugal folks buy items that pay for themselves over time. For me, this includes compact fluorescent bulbs, a cooler, a cappuccino machine, a battery charger, low-flow shower heads, a rechargeable shaver, a thermos, a TiVo, quality cookware, carpet cleaner and a water cooler, to name a few.
Some of my choices have even lower-cost solutions, such as drinking tap water instead of buying a water cooler, or …

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There never seem to be enough hours in a day. Sometimes you can’t even remember the last time you laughed or simply enjoyed a moment of doing nothing at all.
Ever in your car at a stoplight and glance over at the car next to you and everyone in the car looks so happy? You know that feeling of heartache when you wonder how you got to the …

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Often, frugal strategies simply won’t work well depending on where you live or personal circumstances. For example, some people can’t hang clothes out to dry on a clothesline because of neighborhood restrictions, but you can still dry indoors.
Although you might not be able to apply some frugal tips, there are still plenty of others you can use, so don’t give up too soon. Instead of focusing on …