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Stretching your budget might be easier than you think. If you're looking for ways to spend less that won't hugely impact your ...

If you mention that you're trying to tighten your budget, one of the first suggestions you'll hear is to dine out less often ...

Thrifting, washing dishes by hand and clipping coupons were always considered a great way to cut costs and save money. But today, these “classic” money-saving tips don’t save you as much as they used ...

While it’s tempting to think of your retirement as a time to let loose and live a little, a pinch of moderation with your fixed income can go a long way in helping you live the comfortable life you ...

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Living frugally can be tough, especially if you’re not used to budgeting every dollar you make. But it can also be well worth the trade-off, when you do it right. After all, cutting down on spending ...

There are a lot of unflattering words associated with the word “frugal.” Cheap or tightwad are the two most common words thrown around. Additionally, it brings to mind images of deprivation, sacrifice ...

Diana Clement is a freelance journalist who has written a column for the Herald since 2004. Before that, she was personal ...