Everyday Cheapskate

Mary Hunt is the founder of www.DebtProofLiving.com and author of 18 books, including "Can I Pay My Credit Card Bill With a Credit Card?"

 

When financial sense trumps your credit score

By Mary Hunt

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Dear Mary: I am paying off a credit card this month and will not be using it again. Soon, I will be charged the annual $50 fee on that account. You have said not to cancel a credit card because it will hurt your credit score, but do I have to keep... Full story

Desperate situation requires drastic measures

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Dear Mary: I've been reading your Debt-Proof Living newsletter and blog for some time now. The problem I continually run into is where to begin. I don't have enough money to pay all my bills each month. So how do I begin to save money? My bills... Full story

Quick tips for clear glassware

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I am an avid reader of "Everyday Cheapskate." I need help. I am a new widower. I helped my wife for years but didn't learn everything. My problem is that items made of clear glass come out of the dishwasher looking clouded and white.... Full story

How not to use plastic when shopping online

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I read your recent column "Using a debit card online is dangerous to your wealth" (Nov. 29). I have credit card debt that I'm trying to pay off. I use my debit card online so I don't add to my debt. Now, I understand that is risky. How... Full story

What to do when a parent needs financial help

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I have read stories about parents whose grown children constantly need bailouts. What do you do when it's your 62-year-old mother who has the money problem? My mom has a job and makes enough money to support herself. In 2003, she bought a... Full story

Don't go online without good identity protection

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I went online to see what this Mint.com is all about. They want my bank account information and password. Is this really safe? — Dody, e-mail Dear Dody: They need that information so they can aggregate all of your financial... Full story

How to save big on 'As Seen On TV' products

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I love to save money, and I love your column. Is there a place to check out "As Seen On TV" products to see whether they work? Sometimes I'll buy from Bed, Bath & Beyond because it has a good return policy, but I would rather do the... Full story

Taking on Mom's debt would be bad

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I work for a credit card company that is increasing the interest rates for all cardholders. I want to help my mother avoid the hit by adding myself to her account as a secondary owner. That way, she would receive my special employee... Full story

Journal in a jar makes a great holiday gift

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: Where can I get information about creating a "journal in a jar"? I love the idea, and I started a couple of jars with my own questions, but I would love to have your questions, too. Thank you so much. — Rachel H., California Dear... Full story

Using your debit card online is hazardous to your wealth

By Mary Hunt/Creators Syndicate

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Dear Mary: I saw in a recent article that you do not like debit cards, especially for online purchases. That makes me nervous. I have a debit card that can be used as a credit card. I use it online all the time. Is my card different from the kind of... Full story

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