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Andrea Hermitt

I have been a certified tightwad striving for financial freedom since I became pregnant with my first child -- and I decided to find a way to stay home with him full-time. I enjoy sharing my personal experiences in my journey back to financial health and planning for a future -- which will include sending 2 kids to college and early retirement.

How Much Things Cost: These Cost Guides Show You How Much You Can Expect To Pay For Products & Services

CostHelper tells you how much you should pay for what. The site consists of a database of hundreds of items, where you can investigate how much others are paying and find similar deals.

6 Frugal Money Saving Tips From Grandma That Really Do Work

Check with your grandma -- she has tried and true ways to save money. Here are savings tips from Grandma like reusing foil and butter wrappers, really!

Frugal Party Planning Tips For Holidays, Birthdays & More

Here are some ideas for frugal party planning, no matter what the occasion... We cover food, decorations, invitations, and more.

Last-Minute Gift Ideas For Any Occasion

Whether you are on your way to a birthday party, or a Christmas dinner, you don't want to show up empty-handed. Finding a last-minute gift may seem like a challenge, but it doesn't have to be. Here are some ideas you can use to purchase a last-minute gift on the fly...

The Skinny On DirectBuy And Uniway Memberships

Their sales tactics resembles those of people trying to sell you a timeshare. Many claim to have saved a lot of money, while others have complained about being ripped off. What's the truth? Are club memberships like DirectBuy and Uniway worth it?

How To Receive Faxes Online (…Plus Other Free Business Services)

Faxing, conference calls, business cards, and teleconferencing are a few things that large companies can do with ease, but small businesses need all the help they can get. Here are some FREE business resources that will come in handy... Here are some free business resources that will come in handy...

Frugal Christmas Ideas – Be Merry Without Going Broke

There are lots of fun and simple ways to provide gifts for all of your loved ones without putting yourself in the poor house. Here are some ideas for ways to have a frugal but merry Christmas this year...

Frugal Halloween Tips To Keep The Holiday Fun While Saving Money

Halloween is one of the most popular holidays. People love dressing up in costumes, going to parties, and getting and giving away Halloween candy. People also spend a lot of money on Halloween -- even if it means going into debt to purchase all of those fun things. This isn't smart. You can still enjoy Halloween while staying within your budget. Here's how.