As part of a tradition noted for its thrift, I can be a little sensitive about the word cheap. One friend swears she remembers her missionary parents receiving some of the proverbial used tea bags, ...

In this era of rising costs and tightening budgets, legion money experts are happy to give you advice on how to be more frugal — how to slash costs, save on groceries and avoid frivolous, overpriced ...

The 2024 Summer Olympics are right around the corner (opening ceremony: July 26, 10:30 a.m. PDT). What a perfect time to bring family fun and patriotism into your home! Celebrating the Olympics as a ...

After more than 13 years writing the Cheapskate blog, I’ve been asked the same questions more often than I can count. Alas, time doesn’t always permit me to answer each reader’s inquiry, so I’ve put ...

It was buried long ago, the first time a high-schooler got the bright idea to take his prom date to Burger King. Every June you'll see a few of these little cheapskates, grinning in their tuxedos as ...

Electric vehicles have only really been a major part of the public consciousness for about 12 years from the launch of the Tesla Model S and Nissan Leaf. As these machines age they are starting to get ...

Although there’s value in being frugal, sometimes you can take it too far — and for minimal savings at that. Whether you engage in five-finger discounts or take more than your fair share of mints from ...

Got ice and snow on top of super cold temperatures this winter? “Everyday Cheapskate” reader Jennifer does, and she wrote, “Do you have a solution for melting ice and snow on walkways, driveways, ...