Money-Saving Tips Articles

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Through the years, the Almanac has always given good common-sense advice. And what’s more practical than buying wisely and saving money? Here are some of our tips:

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Reuse, Renew, and Refresh: In the Kitchen

Here are our 8 best tips to reuse and renew in the kitchen! Tired of the disposable lifestyle? It’s...
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Simple Ways to Save Money (That You Might Not Have Considered)

Budgets are tight for many of us. If you’ve squeezed and squeezed and squeezed yours again, maybe...
Watering Wisely

Watering Wisely in the Garden

Let’s explore some smart ways to save water in the garden. An inch of water a week, is that too...
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Homemade Shampoos, Toothpaste, & Deodorant

Explore our recipes for homemade toothpaste, deodorant, shampoos, and more. Our DIY toiletry...
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Stain Removal: How to Get Stains Out of Clothes

The best stain remover can sometimes be found right in your home, so check out these tips for...
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Reusing Newspapers in the Home and Garden

We subscribe to our local daily newspaper and a couple of Sunday papers, so even though hard times...
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How to Save Money on Heating

Everyone wants to save on their electric bill, so find out how to cut heating costs and keep your...
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Common Cooking Mistakes

Even the best chefs are guilty of something on this list of common cooking mistakes, and it’s time...
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Recipes for Leftover Bread

Be sure not to throw out your leftover stale bread, as there are plenty of delicious recipes that...
Kitchen Cupboards

One-Minute Fix for Loose Cabinet Knobs and Pulls

With a Phillips screwdriver and some inexpensive hardware-store washers that cost a dime or so, you...
Saving Stuff for New Uses

Upcycling Ideas: Reuse and Repurpose

Look at some of your regular household items differently! Here are ways to repurpose, reuse, and...
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How to Save Money in the Kitchen

In the kitchen, we tend to waste a lot of food, water, and supplies. Here are some ways to save...
Money in Your Pocket

How to Keep More Money in Your Pocket

How to keep more money in your pocket? Here are ten money-saving ideas from The Old Farmer's...
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Reuse, Renew, and Refresh: In the Home

Don’t throw that away! Here are many ways to take something old and give it a second life. Give new...
Rethink What You Drink, Water

What's in Bottled Drinks?

What exactly is in bottled drinks? Many bottled drinks advertise that they are good for you, but...
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Decorating With Curtains

Do you want to make a room in your house look fresh with a whole new look? One of the most...
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Uses for an Old Toothbrush

Before throwing the old toothbrush out, take a look at what it can do to improve the small things...
Starting to Seed!

Blog: Budget-Friendly Gardening

I have made a decision this year to have a small, thriving vegetable garden but to try to save...
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Make Your Own Cleaners

Make your own cleaning products. Homemade cleaners are simple and a great way to save money....
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Blog: Saving Money

Since moving to New Hampshire a few years ago, I have been amazed by so-called Yankee frugality—and...
Washing machines

How to Buy Appliances Wisely

Appliances are often big-ticket items. If you're looking to save money, here are some tips on...
Clothing

Saving With The Salvation Army

When you’re looking to save money, thrift shops are a good place to start. At The Salvation Army...
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How to Buy Clothes Wisely

We’d all prefer to have some money left in our wallets after paying for clothing. These handy tips...
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How to Buy Groceries Wisely

Looking for ways to save money at the grocery store? Here are some practical money-saving tips that...