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Anyone have more than one stand-alone freezer? started by quelindo (1/20/10 at 6:59pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Ola_ I think it's good to keep... 1/21/10 at 11:38am by littleplum	10	284
MediCal vs. paying out of pocket started by JTA Mom (1/20/10 at 6:00pm)	youre lucky. in illinois it is illegal to pay for anything... 1/20/10 at 11:32pm by nataliachick7	6	222
Internet: Two Providers? started by Leta (1/17/10 at 11:35pm)	Ha ha, problem solved! I called AT&T, told them that Charter... 1/20/10 at 6:45pm by Leta	5	338
What do you spend on groceries. started by walking burp cloth (1/10/10 at 4:54pm) 1 2 3 4 5	Quote: Originally Posted by mom0810 Now I KNOW my Jewel is... 1/20/10 at 3:27pm by shayinme	94	3,530
To make a homemade gift, or to not make a homemade gift, that is the question.. started by Purple*Lotus (1/19/10 at 11:16pm) 1 2	Make the blanket! I know exactly how you feel, I've got 5(at... 1/20/10 at 2:43pm by caiesmommy	24	619
high efficiency appliances and the water bill started by honeybunmom (1/14/10 at 12:23pm)	Ok, water was $17.58 and sewer was $15.12. ETA: we used 43... 1/20/10 at 2:16pm by honeybunmom	7	381
Live for free w/an hour commute? Or pay rent and no commute? started by Fuamami (1/14/10 at 2:38am) 1 2	Definitely do it!! I would. As many pp have said, you can... 1/20/10 at 11:24am by lakeruby	27	1,183
Gazelle Intensity in the New Year started by annettemarie (12/29/09 at 1:39pm) 1 2 3	Quote: Originally Posted by JamieCatheryn I was all set to... 1/20/10 at 10:31am by lakeruby	44	2,400
Good deals at the Body Shop started by sunflower.mama (1/20/10 at 12:30am)	If you have one near you and like their products, it's a good... 1/20/10 at 12:30am by sunflower.mama	0	137
GnuCash? started by MariaMadly (1/19/10 at 5:16pm)	Thank you! 1/20/10 at 12:28am by MariaMadly	2	204
Anyone know where I can find a tax refund calendar? started by Norasmomma (1/19/10 at 11:24pm)	http://www.efile.com/tax-refund/where-is-my-refund/ go here... 1/20/10 at 12:24am by zacharysmom	1	162
Cheapest way to buy flour started by loraxc (1/19/10 at 4:35pm)	No food coop here, alas. I also do not belong to Costco... 1/19/10 at 8:04pm by loraxc	4	499
anyone move from a high col area to low? started by yukookoo (1/10/10 at 11:45am)	We did this. Left behind SoCal for Pittsburgh and now Kansas... 1/19/10 at 5:27pm by pumpkin	12	614
Great deal on kids winter coats! started by MtBikeLover (1/19/10 at 3:08pm)	In case you are looking to buy for next year..... I just got... 1/19/10 at 3:08pm by MtBikeLover	0	170
S/O refi ??'s, Quick, easy ways to make house worth more? started by bobandjess99 (1/17/10 at 8:51pm)	I can't think of much that wouldn't cost money. The appraisal... 1/19/10 at 12:55pm by EFmom	19	580
Current video interview of Amy Dacyczyn -aka- Tightwad Gazette started by Thystle (1/19/10 at 3:46am)	Sometimes, I wish she was my neighbor!! I love love loved her... 1/19/10 at 12:54pm by Amys1st	2	350
Buying in bulk/storing spices started by mamaofprincesses (1/18/10 at 5:46pm)	I buy most of my spices in bulk as well, I put them into a... 1/18/10 at 10:36pm by Denvergirlie	3	268
can't afford to live in our house, and can't afford to sell it started by Oliver'sMom (1/12/10 at 11:13pm) 1 2	Personally I would sell at a loss and walk away. The few... 1/18/10 at 7:22pm by lucyem	22	1,449
Are space heaters ok to use for 2 months instead of central heat? started by kittywitty (11/30/09 at 3:51pm) 1 2 3	We plan on keeping our electric heaters at a low temperature... 1/18/10 at 12:51pm by HeatherAtHome	42	2,051
Mortgage refi questions. started by bobandjess99 (1/15/10 at 11:57pm)	Thanks somuch. 1/17/10 at 8:21pm by bobandjess99	6	440
When frugality isn't enough ... started by ilovemygirl (1/13/10 at 1:07pm)	I would really actively advertise and see if you can take on... 1/17/10 at 5:50pm by momofmine	19	1,427
Asking landlord to lower rent? ((WONDERFUL UPDATE!! post #38)) started by UberMama (11/2/09 at 4:29am) 1 2 3	Love good news! 1/17/10 at 1:08am by ikesmom	46	4,599
Playmobil 75% off at Borders started by sarasprings (1/15/10 at 8:39am)	bummed- I went to Borders today looking for amazing deals. My... 1/16/10 at 9:48pm by alicia622	2	588
.........nevermind.... started by Denvergirlie (1/16/10 at 2:03pm)	nevermind, I just got some more Intel which makes my entire... 1/16/10 at 2:03pm by Denvergirlie	0	184
Help me lower my cable bill!! started by jennmiller (1/7/10 at 10:41pm)	I know this thread is ten days old or so, but I figured I'd... 1/16/10 at 9:03am by pinksprklybar...	12	560
just want to scream started by VisionaryMom (1/13/10 at 8:30pm)	Can you look into doing this yourself at all? I ask because... 1/16/10 at 5:51am by Kontessa	11	611
Frugal, 'healthy' treats started by JTA Mom (1/15/10 at 7:51pm)	That sounds So cool I'll have to try it sometime. 1/15/10 at 9:07pm by cwat	2	343
Great Budgeting, etc Calculators started by D&S Mom (1/13/10 at 3:45pm)	I love Gail and Til Debt do Us Part. For those that get slice... 1/15/10 at 8:56pm by mtm	2	291
Debt Collector Issue started by VisionaryMom (1/14/10 at 4:14pm) 1 2 3	This thread has been so informative. Thanks, mamas! 1/15/10 at 8:49pm by pinksprklybar...	41	1,661
It's January! What do you do to organize/plan your finances for the coming year? started by hopefulfaith (1/15/10 at 7:42pm)	As our family CFO, January is traditionally my time to plan... 1/15/10 at 7:42pm by hopefulfaith	0	166
Anyone know what's going on with Income Tax Witholding Changes? started by umarider (1/13/10 at 11:03am)	I know what you mean. We don't make that much (under the EITC... 1/15/10 at 4:53pm by kittywitty	4	431
And it keeps coming... started by VisionaryMom (1/15/10 at 10:43am)	Oh BrandiRhoades, I'm so sorry that you and your family are... 1/15/10 at 2:40pm by cwat	5	470
Bought a new refrigerator today started by Gray's Mommy (1/14/10 at 12:06am)	Quote: Originally Posted by bigteamug While spending EF... 1/15/10 at 9:32am by velochic	11	420
All Right, Walgreens! started by Leta (1/13/10 at 10:46pm)	Oh, oh! I'll have to check my WG's for those! I've been... 1/14/10 at 1:41pm by sweetjasmine	4	389
Buying boys clothes for yourself started by wildmonkeys (1/13/10 at 11:32am)	Must be something in the air, because I noticed this... 1/14/10 at 1:20pm by Ruthiegirl	12	498
Credit Cards started by Sol_y_Paz (1/13/10 at 7:24pm)	They will take less then you owe, but the op was wondering if... 1/14/10 at 12:09pm by nataliachick7	9	349
Buying children's clothes ahead of time, how to do it frugally? started by Olma (1/12/10 at 1:35pm) 1 2	I recently had the buy-in-matching-colours brainwave for DD.... 1/14/10 at 1:05am by Smokering	29	1,469
The Juice Deal? started by AnalogWife (1/9/10 at 7:26pm) 1 2	I stock up on v8 fusion when it is 2 for $5 and cut it 50/50... 1/14/10 at 12:50am by lilyka	31	1,226
Need support/help being happy for family started by sunflower.mama (1/12/10 at 3:40pm)	I so understand OP! I get bouts like that, too. My brother... 1/13/10 at 3:26pm by sweetjasmine	18	870
Use CC or not? started by Deir (1/12/10 at 9:12pm)	Oh NO! I knew you guys would smack sense into me! LOL 1/13/10 at 2:09pm by Deir	13	383
Food Stamps Questions started by Charmie981 (1/12/10 at 4:50pm)	I reapplied for food stamps in late November, right before... 1/13/10 at 11:23am by AlwaysByMySide	9	649
Can you recommend a coffee maker? started by nataliachick7 (1/12/10 at 2:37pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by Tizzy We have a stainless steel... 1/13/10 at 11:04am by shayinme	8	268
Straight Commission and budgeting/saving?? started by Stayseeliz (1/13/10 at 2:38am)	We're not in the same position (50% salary/50% commission),... 1/13/10 at 9:14am by BetsyS	1	292
Has anyone confirmed Costco takes EBT now? started by Norasmomma (1/11/10 at 1:46pm)	I have been using at mine since after thanksgiving. I'd call... 1/13/10 at 3:24am by Smocked	9	5,099
Not sure which direction to take in nursing career and in schooling. started by Paxjourney (1/12/10 at 12:50am)	Quote: Originally Posted by traceface One point to consider... 1/13/10 at 2:27am by Paxjourney	16	460
Christmas Present Waste started by HappyMommy2 (1/10/10 at 9:03pm)	Quote: Originally Posted by sunflower.mama OP - instead of... 1/12/10 at 8:52pm by Turquesa	13	763
Salary Negotiation How To? started by quantumleap (1/12/10 at 1:30pm)	A couple of things come to mind: 1. He could simply state... 1/12/10 at 3:35pm by honeybunmom	1	180
How to find a Thrift Store? started by sidandspencersmom (1/12/10 at 11:34am)	Right. They are for anyone to shop at. They use the profit... 1/12/10 at 12:52pm by 4evermom	3	190
Please help me brainstorm started by brokenheart (1/10/10 at 1:58am) 1 2	Are you familiar with the Ontario Student Assistance Plan... 1/11/10 at 8:47pm by sanguine_speed	22	1,236
H&M and Wal-Mart destroy and trash unsold goods started by Thystle (1/8/10 at 3:28pm) 1 2 3	Quote: Originally Posted by MissinNYC But they paid him for... 1/11/10 at 7:43pm by 1babysmom	49	2,041