Own less, live more – Mary Hunt

by Mary Hunt, contributing writer, EverydayCheapskate.com What would you do if you had to use — let alone actually enjoy — everything you own? Truth be told, most of us will never live long enough to accomplish such an overwhelming requirement. Instead, we pack it, stack it and pile it away — even pay rent…

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When long-run emotional spending is not soothing – Mary Hunt

by Mary Hunt, EverydayCheapskate.com, contributing writer Years ago, I discovered money was a great antidepressant. I spent to change my mood, to reward myself and to make myself feel better after a stressful week. I spent money when I felt sad and when I felt glad. I spent to get approval, to make my kids…

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Readers share creative post-holiday tips and tricks – Mary Hunt

A table with wrapping paper and christmas ornaments.

by Mary Hunt, contributing writer, EverydayCheapskate.com I have so enjoyed the unique holiday tips and tricks you, my dear readers, have sent my way during the holidays. Over and again I find myself saying, “Wow! Why didn’t I think that?” A few weeks before Christmas, I was boiling mad at myself when I opened boxes…

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