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  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Preparing for Y2K: You and Your Pantry by Cynthia Hillson
  • Frugal Fitness: Keys to a Successful New Year's Weight Loss by Greg Landry
  • Creating Fun and Effective New Year's Resolutions by Kevin L. Polk, Ph.D.
  • Finding Honest Charities
  • The Reluctant Investor: Cancellation Orders by Matt Stamski
  • Save on Class Rings
  • Washing Machine Drains - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • Short Cycling Water Well - The Natural Handyman
  • The Debates - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    December 21, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • The Reluctant Investor: DRIPS - the Good Leak by Matt Stanski
  • Inexpensive Christmas Gifts - part 4
  • Real Recipes for Real People: Popcorn Balls
  • Store Brands: Who Makes Them?
  • Are You Sure You Want a Pet? by Nancy Volkers
  • Frugal Water Softeners
  • Help! There's Water In My Crawlspace
  • Frugal Fitness: Daily Exercise by Greg Landry
  • Teaching Teens About Money by Charles M. Armstrong III
  • Clothes Dryer Vents by The Natural Handyman
  • Lazybones: Ready Meals by Paulette Bulger
  • The Frugal Decorator: When You Can't Afford Continental Rods by Leah Wynne
  • Easier Oil Changes? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    December 14, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • The Holiday Travel Scene by Sally Lewis

  • Single Parenting by Sarah Kennington
  • Airline Bumping by Daniel Saul
  • North of the Border by Pat Mestern
  • The Reluctant Investor: December Pruning and Taxes by Matt Stamski
  • Inexpensive Gifts - part 3
  • Frugal Fitness: Don't Do the Holiday '7' by Greg Landry
  • Crafts for Toddlers
  • Miserly Moms: a review by Amanda Fomaro
  • Dry Soup Mixes
  • Ask the Master Plumber: A Continually Blocked Toilet by Sherm Turner
  • Turn the Key and Nothing Happens (Sometimes) - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    December 7, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Frozen Assets: All-Purpose Ground Meat Mix by Debi Taylor-Hough
  • Finding a Budget You'll Stick With by Jane Chidester
  • Stay-at-Home Dad by Lucynda Koesters
  • Inexpensive Food Gifts
  • Recipes for Homemade Toiletries
  • The Reluctant Investor: Taxes and Mutual Funds by Matt Stamski
  • Advice for a Widowed Parent
  • Holiday Craft Ideas by Tracy Seganos
  • Frugal Decorating: An Elegant Book by Leah Wynne
  • Ask the Master Plumber: Hot Water Heater Sounds by Sherm Turner
  • Lazybones: Easier Dishwashing by Paulette Bulger
  • Covering Semi-Gloss Paint by the Natural Handyman
  • Stop! Now! - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    November 30, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Asset Integrated Mortgages by Gary Foreman
  • Christmas on the Cheap - 1998 edition by Nancy Steinkoenig
  • Cheaper Air Travel by Sally Lewis
  • Holiday Timesavers by Christing Stoner
  • Homemade Dog Biscuits
  • Planning Your Wedding by Debi Brim
  • Eliminating Fuel Smells from Laundry
  • The Reluctant Investor: Options Investing by Matt Stamski
  • Finding Inexpensive Adult Daycare
  • Inexpensive Holiday Gift Ideas - part 2
  • Flickering Fluorescent Fixture - The Natural Handyman
  • Ho, Ho, Ho or Bah, Humbug! by Gary Foreman
  • All Oil Created Equal? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    November 23, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • MomCare: Write a Little by Deb Frantz
  • Christmas Bills?! by Deborah Taylor-Hough
  • Singles Can Stretch Dollars, Too! by Dr. Ferne Cherne
  • Avoiding Costly Homebuying Mistakes: Environmental Concerns: Air by Lawrence Kostaneski
  • Frugal Fitness: Free Energy by Greg Landry
  • A Little Painting Help, Please
  • Better Cheddar: Preventing Moldy Cheese
  • Inexpensive Christmas Gifts
  • Creative Thrifty Decorating by Leah Wynne
  • Leaky Washerless Faucet - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • Tankless Water Heaters - The Natural Handyman
  • The Reluctant Investor: Are IPO's for You? by Matt Stamski
  • Powerless Ram Pick-Up - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Christmas Spending Survey
  • Readers' Tips

    November 16, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Saving Money When You Shop for Baby by Sandy Jones
  • Why Budget? Seven Things a Budget Can Do for You by Jane Chidester
  • Is Cheaper Ground Beef a Bargain?
  • Save Time Grocery Shopping by Christine Stoner
  • Real Recipes for Real People: Bread Maker Mixes by Kaylin Cherry
  • Inexpensive, Non-Toxic Oven Cleaners
  • North of the Border: Children, Money and Other Thoughts by Pat Mestern
  • Planning for Major Expenses by Sarah Stewart
  • Replacing a Tub With a Shower - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • Doggone It! Keeping Dogs Out of Flower Beds
  • Lazybones: Baking Time Saver by Paulette Bulger
  • Saving Time and Money as a Grad Student by Nadyne Mielke
  • Removing a Overhead Garage Door - The Natural Handyman
  • The Frugal Decorator: Last Years' Calendar, This Years' Art by Leah Wynne
  • Leaky Radiator - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    November 9, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Make Stuff: Your Thanksgiving Table by Christine Torres
  • Cheaper Carpet Cleaning
  • Time Wasters and Savers by Arthur Hawkins II
  • KopyKat Recipes: Cracker Barrel Fried Apples by Stephanie Manley
  • Save $100 or More This Winter by Gary Foreman
  • Finding an Auto Club
  • Frugal Fitness: Don't Be Color-Blind by Greg Landry
  • Do-It-Yourself Guide to Leasing - from Edmunds
  • Recycling Used Motor Oil - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Are Foreclosures a Good Deal?
  • More Slow Cooker Recipes
  • Comments on Funeral Article
  • The Frugal Decorator: From Pot to Candleholder by Leah Wynne
  • Finances for the Recent College Graduate by Alice
  • Mildew Preventing Paints - The Natural Handyman
  • Toilet 'Loses' Water - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • More Uses for Eggs by Isabel Lee
  • Readers' Tips

    November 2, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • An Apple a Day by Nancy Steinkoenig
  • Nothing's As Sure As... by Gary Foreman
  • Miles per Gallon vs. Miles per Dollar - part 2 by Skip Thorsen
  • Crock Pot Recipes
  • Teaching Teens About Money
  • Lazybones: Easier Bathroom Cleaning by Paulette Bulger
  • Solo Carpet Cleaning by John O. Andersen
  • Living on a Tight Budget by Nico Fowler-McClellan
  • Finding Bargains in Odd Sized Clothing
  • Frugal Fitness: It's What You Eat by Greg Landry
  • The Frugal Decorator: Making a Faux Braided Rug by Leah Wynne
  • Can't Fill My Gass Tank - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    October 26, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • CopyKat Recipes: Shrimp and Garlic Pasta by Stephanie Manley
  • Surprise 50th Birthday Party Ideas
  • Miles per Gallon vs. Miles per Dollar by Skip Thorsen
  • The Reluctant Investor: Pumping and Dumping by Matt Stanski
  • Considering Network Marketing? by Ralph Helwig
  • First Time Buyers: Home or Duplex?
  • The Christmas Book by Teri Spaulding
  • Beating the High Cost of Bed Wetting by Pat Hansen
  • Humane Mouse Removal
  • The Frugal Decorator: Organized Pot Storage by Leah Wynne
  • Working with Soft A/C Ducts by The Natural Handyman
  • New Septic System Smells - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • Is the 'Check Engine' Light a Trick? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers' Tips

    October 19, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Starting a Price Book
  • Beauty on a Budget: Saving Money on Make-Up by Lauren Pettit
  • Moving to a Smaller House
  • BudgetYes! Budgeting Through the Ages by Jane Chidester
  • Repairing Non-Stick Cookware and Alternative Choices
  • Stay In College?
  • Basement Leaks by The Natural Handyman
  • Banging Pipes - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • Living in the Philippines by Don Herrington
  • Tie Rods - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Better Later Than Never
  • Reader's Tips

    October 12, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Halloween Monster Make-Up by Christine Torres
  • Not Enough Money by Gary Foreman
  • Cloth Diaper How-To by Sara Rands
  • Crushing Credit Card Debts
  • Are On-Line Auctions Safe?
  • Removing Smoke Odors and Stains from Your Home
  • Revisiting the Idea of College by John O. Andersen
  • Reduce Your Waist or Waste Your Money? - Frugal Fitness by Greg Landry
  • Refinishing Marble Countertops by The Natural Handyman
  • More Gifts in a Jar- Real Recipes for Real People by Kaylin Cherry
  • Lack of Power - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    October 5, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Reducing Payments by $200? by Gary Foreman
  • Spending Time vs. Saving Money
  • The Frugal Decorator: A Simple Plantholder by Leah Wynne
  • Monthly Budget Crunch
  • Kitty Condos and Scratching Posts
  • Less Costly College by Kimberly Goodwin
  • Living On Disability Income by Vicki
  • Locking a Garage Equipped with a Door Opener - The Natural Handyman
  • Hey, Good Looking! - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Broken CV Boots: Replace Immediately? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Dad's Old Habit - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    September 28, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • GETing Money with BudGETing! by Jan Chidester
  • Retire Early! One Income Family Plans for Financial Independence by Lucynda Koesters
  • Warning Signs by Gary Foreman
  • Reducing Hospital Bills
  • An Insider Look: Buying a Mattress by Trish Chapanian
  • Dry Seasoning Mixes for Meats
  • Inexpensive Baby Shower Gifts: Part 2
  • Wiring Florescent Fixtures - The Natural Handyman
  • Weight Loss that Works by Greg Landry
  • The Kids Did What?!? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    September 21, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • What's For Dinner? by Nancy Steinkoenig
  • Avoiding Costly Homebuying Mistakes: Environmental Concerns by Lawrence Kostaneski, PE
  • The Best Do-It-Yourself Books
  • Broken Doesn't Mean Unusuable by Dawn Adams
  • Baby Shower Gifts
  • Tag A Friend - Charo's Place
  • Life As a College Student by Usha Maharaj
  • A Single Mom by Lu Anne Betcher
  • A Painting Question by The Natural Handyman
  • About Gardening: Getting Rid of Snails by Mira Dessy
  • Coincidence? Or Did the Dealer Goof? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    September 14, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Preserving Your Treasured Family Recipes by Rachel Paxton
  • Auto Liability Insurance by Gary Foreman
  • Baby Boomer Financial Squeeze
  • The Frugal Decorator: Display Your Treasures with Style by Leah Wynne
  • Dehydrator Recipes and Resources
  • Starting a Frugal Living Group
  • Just a Lady or a Homewrecker? by the Natural Handyman
  • Frugal Fitness: The Top Eight by Greg Landry
  • Guest Bathroom Smells - Ask the Master Plumber by Sherm Turner
  • Knock, Knock, Who's There? - Ask the Master Plumber by Sherm Turner
  • Timing Belts and a Rough Running Toyota - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    September 7, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Frozen Assets: Lunches by Debi Taylor-Hough
  • Troubleshooting Your Hot Water Heater by The Natural Handyman
  • From Corporation to the University: A Less Stressful Life?
  • Simplify Your Holidays by Kimberly and Tom Goodwin
  • Removing Stains from Khaki Clothes
  • MomCare: Reading Is Fundamental by Deb Frantz
  • Home Business Hotline: Taking Advantage by Heather Martin
  • About Gardening: Container Garden Crisis by Mira Dessy
  • Hot Under the Hood - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    August 31, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Can't Stop Spending by Gary Foreman
  • Real Recipes for Real People: Cake In a Jar by Kaylin Cherry
  • Computer Aided Shed Designs - The Natural Handyman
  • Charo's Place: Summer Keepsake Scrapbook
  • To Elope? Or Not?
  • Single Income Living: A More Traditional Lifestyle by Rebecca Cook
  • Inexpensive Cultural Events
  • Can't Lose Weight? - Frugal Fitness with Greg Landry
  • Toilet Flushing Problems - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Are Plastic Water Lines OK? - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Buick Brake Job - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    August 24, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Yardsaling by Christina Heiska
  • Healthy Freezer Meals by Nicole
  • Where Does the Money Go? by Gary Foreman
  • Retirement Advice
  • Inexpensive Bathroom Redecorating
  • Removing Stickers
  • Painting a Roof by The Natural Handyman
  • Children's Activities: Beach Preserves - Charo's Place
  • Frugal Fitness: 18 Benefits of Weight Training by Greg Landry
  • About Gardening: A Sick Rose Bush by Mira Dessy
  • Driving a Stick Shift - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    August 17, 1998

  • Band Instrument Rip-Offs by Cathy B.
  • Cleaning Stuffed Animals
  • New Business Creates One Income Family by Lynne Tartar
  • Frugal Fitness: A "Super Boost" for your Metabolism by Greg Landry
  • Cheaper Chew Toys
  • The Frugal Decorator: Make a Valence from your Table Cloth by Leah Wynne
  • Inexpensive Gifts for Children: part 2
  • Dropped the Thingamagig - Ask the Master Plumber, Sherm Turner
  • Avoiding Mildew and Toilet Problems - The Natural Handyman
  • No Hot Water - Ask the Master Plumber, Sherm Turner
  • End of an Oil Pump? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    August 10, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Inexpensive Gifts for Children
  • Pets on a Budget by Jonni McCoy
  • Real Recipes for Real People: All Purpose Mix by Kaylin Cherry
  • 'Clean Showers': Does It Work? What Are the Alternatives?
  • Charo's Place: Children's Action Games
  • Buying a Mattress
  • Frugal Fitness: A Good Start by Greg Landry
  • About Gardening: Composting Horse Manure by Mira Dessy
  • North of the Border: Homework and Other Pressing Thoughts by Pat Mestern
  • Case of the Missing Oil - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • How Much Gas Is Enough? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    August 3, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Charo's Place: Children's Games
  • Divorce and Family Finances by Gary Foreman
  • Fair Priced Fairs by Dawn Adams
  • Buying Carpet for Less
  • One Income Family by R.K. Relaford
  • Thrifty Classroom Decorations
  • When You're About to Move - Part 3 by Vicki Simons
  • Frugal Fitness: Top 20 Benefits of Exercise by Greg Landry
  • Nightly Ghosts & Sulphur Smells - Ask the Master Plumber: Sherm Turner
  • About Gardening: Grubs & Japanese Beetles by Mira Dessy
  • Lease Car Damage Deposit - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    July 27, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Day Camp and School Lunches for the Picky Eater
  • Ways Your Banker May be Taking Your Money by Elaine Silverman
  • A Spa Vacation by Deb Frantz
  • Credit Collection Crisis by Gary Foreman
  • Advice from A-Z - Calming Your Loved One's Fears When the Money Isn't Flowing In by Azriela Jaffe
  • When You're About to Move - Part 2 by Vicki Simons
  • Frugal Fitness - Lose Weight and Feel Better by Greg Landry
  • About Gardening - Shaded Flower Gardens by Mira Dessy
  • Two New Tires: Front or Rear? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    July 20, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • CopyKat Recipes: Most Requested Recipes by Stephanie Manley
  • Escaping Credit Card Debt by Gary Foreman
  • Flea Removal Challenge
  • Inexpensive Wedding BBQ
  • When You're About to Move by Vicki Simons
  • Frugal Fitness: Eat Early, Lose Weight by Greg Landry
  • The Frugal Decorator: Kitchen Update To Go! by Leah Wynne
  • Advertising Your Home Business Without Cash by Bonnie Rice
  • Getting Respect as a Stay-at-Home Parent
  • Computer Failure Codes - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    July 13, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Wedding Frugality: Beautiful, But Cheap! by Jill E. Hyatt
  • Christmas Shopping on Your Vacation by John Watson
  • When to Find It Cheap
  • North of the Border by Pat Mestern
  • Bulk Food Storage
  • One Income Success by Lucynda Koesters
  • Mortgage Paydown Challenge by Gary Foreman
  • Growing 'Wrigley Field' Ivy - About Gardening by Mira Dessy
  • 12 Keys to Super-Charging Your Metabolism - Frugal Fitness by Greg Landry
  • Plastic Water Lines - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Becoming a Plumber - Ask The Master Plumber
  • Jeep Cherokee 'Losing' Transmission Fluid - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    July 6, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Homemade Household Wipes - Real Recipes for Real People by Kaylin
  • My Finance Notebook by Julie Davis
  • Avoiding Costly Homebuying Mistakes: Zoning Horrors by Larry Kostaneski, PE
  • Living With a Spend-Thrift Spouse
  • Swimming Safety Tips by Peter Constan-Tatos
  • Vegan Crockpot Recipes and Resources
  • Cat-Proofing Your Garden
  • About Gardening: Natural Rose Protection by Mira Dessy
  • Using Different Tire Sizes - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • A Little Too Hot - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Weekly Readers Tips

    June 29, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Escape From Affluenza by Gary Foreman
  • Frozen Assets: What Foods Can't Freeze by Deborah Taylor-Hough
  • The Frugal Decorator: Turn An Unused Drawer into a Shelf by Leah Wynne
  • Frugal Fitness: Water, Health and Weight Loss by Greg Landry
  • Organizing Your Garage: Lawn Tool Storage
  • Natural Insect Repellent
  • Family Reunion Fun - part 2
  • Taurus Wagon and Gas Fumes - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • An Overheating Taurus - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    June 22, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Family Reunion Fun
  • It Cost How Much? by Gary Foreman
  • Shop Like the 1950's - Single Income Living
  • Eat Enough to Lose Weight - Frugal Fitness by Greg Landry
  • Which Business is for Me? - Home Business Hotline by Heather Martin
  • Removing Sweat Stains and Odors
  • Low Water Pressure and ABS Pipes - Ask the Master Plumber
  • That Wascally Wabbit - About Gardening by Mira Dessy
  • Singing in the Rain (Not!) - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    June 15, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Champion Cheapskate Test by Arthur A. Hawkins II
  • CopyKat Recipes: Summer Specials by Stephanie Manley
  • Frugal Fitness: Cheap Weight Loss by Greg Landry
  • Understanding Investment Risk by Gary Foreman
  • Lower Electric Bills
  • Quality, Inexpensive Furniture: Can It Be Done?
  • About Gardening: Slugs (yech!) by Mira Dessy
  • Overdrive Switches - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Caravan Crisis - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    June 8, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Shopping With Baby - Readers Solutions
  • Personal Loan to Consolidate Debts?
  • Twelve Secrets to a Single Income Success by Ruth Demitroff
  • Maternity Clothing for Less by Rachel Shreckengast
  • North of the Border by Pat Mestern
  • PrimeStar Satellite TV
  • Tired of Leaks - Ask the Master Plumber
  • First Time Vegetable Garden - About Gardening by Mira Dessy
  • Grand Voyager A/C - Ask Bob: the Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    June 1, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Retirement Plans: Avoiding Unpleasant Surprises by Tonya M. Blake
  • Young and In Over My Head - Reader's Solutions
  • Free Stuff for Kids and Teachers: Summer Fun by Julia Jay
  • All-Natural Ant Repellent - Reader's Recipes
  • About Gardening: Organic Fertilizer by Mira Dessy
  • Chip Off the Old Cheapskate by Gary Foreman
  • Home Business Hotline: Medical/Legal Transcription by Heather Martin
  • New Shock Absorbers? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Electronic Rust Inhibitors - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    May 25, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • 401k Loans: Borrowing Your Own Money by Gary Foreman
  • Decorating for a High School Reunion - Reader's Suggestions
  • My One Income Success Story by Lucynda Koesters
  • Inexpensive Sandboxes - Reader's Designs
  • Natural Bug Control For Plants - About Gardening by Mira Dessy
  • Diagnosing Radiator Problems - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Warm Honda Won't Start - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Screeching Pipes - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Potato Peels Got Us All Plugged Up - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Reader's Tips

    May 18, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • A Jumpstart on Christmas by Annie Logue
  • Frozen Assets: Cooking for Hours by Deborah Taylor-Hough
  • My Own Business - Reader's Experiences
  • Low Cost Gifts for the Graduate - Reader's Tips
  • Can I Afford This? by Gary Foreman
  • About Gardening: Trellising by Mira Dessy
  • Gas Savings: Part 2 by Gary Foreman
  • Caprice Smells Like Anti-Freeze - Ask Bob The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    May 11, 1998

  • Weekly Newsletter
  • Ten Secrets to Attracting Money by Gary Foreman
  • Cheaper Than COBRA: Low Cost Medical Expenses - Reader's Experiences
  • Home Business Hotline: Making Crafts by Heather Martin
  • Should We Elope? - Reader's Respond
  • CopyKat Recipes: Picnic Basket Time by Stephanie Manley
  • About Gardening: Natural Bug Repellent by Mira Dessy
  • About Gardening: "Instant" Landscaping by Mira Dessy
  • Will It Cool or Not? - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • '96 Explorer Ride Problems - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    May 4, 1998

  • Life After Debt? Great Income, Bad Credit - Reader's Recommendations
  • What I'd Like for Mother's Day
  • Avoiding Costly Homebuilding Mistakes: Regulatory Surprises by Lawrence Kostaneski, PE
  • Is College Worth It? by Gary Foreman
  • Inexpensive Vacation? Try Canada by Pat Mestern
  • Frugality and Being Organized by Nita Jackson
  • Ask the Master Plumber: Water Closet Wiggles and Wails by Sherm Turner
  • About Gardening: Mold and Mulch by Mira Dessy
  • Braking Buick Bounces - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Guy?
  • Reader's Tips

    April 27, 1998

  • For Sale by Owner - Reader's Experiences
  • Downsizing - Before You Leave by Deb Graminski
  • Get Fit on a Shoestring Budget by Greg Landry, MS Exercise Physiologist
  • All-Natural Facial Masks - Reader's Recipes
  • Recalls and TSB's - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Guy?
  • About Gardening: Apartment Vegetable Garden? by Mira Dessy
  • Reader's Tips

    April 20, 1998

  • Where Are Those Scissors? - Reader's Suggestions for an Organized Desk
  • Frozen Assets - Cooking With a Friend by Deborah Taylor-Hough
  • Time for Our First Home? by Gary Foreman
  • Backyard Birdfeeding by Christina Heiska
  • Vacations: Before You Leave Home by John Watson
  • Ask the Master Plumber - Mysterious Plug-Up by Sherm Turner
  • Ask the Master Plumber - The Thinking Man's Toilet by Sherm Turner
  • About Gardening - Indirect Sunlight by Mira Dessy
  • Dad's Lumina Quits - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Guy?
  • Extended Warranties - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Guy?
  • Reader's Tips

    April 13, 1998

  • Using Credit Counseling by Carrie
  • CopyKat Recipes: Caesar Salad, Cheese Biscuits and Shrimp Scampi by Stephanie Manley
  • Ben Franklin: A Role Model by Michael Allen
  • Frugal vs. Ethical ?? - Reader's Comments
  • Frugal Advice for the Soon-to-Be Wed - Reader's Tips
  • Starting Spinach by Mira Dessy
  • Grapes, Babies and Snakes: Oh, My! by Mira Dessy
  • Flowering Plants and Transplanting Seedlings by Mira Dessy
  • Sentra 'Clicks' When It Turns - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Rattling Suzuki Door Locks - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    April 6, 1998

  • Saving on Organic Food - Reader's Recommendations
  • Free Stuff for Kids and Teachers - Free Books by Julia Jay
  • Kitchen Appliance Face-Off by Gary Foreman
  • Bi-Weekly Mortgages Explained by Donovan Walker
  • Are Coupons Really Worth It - Readers Experiences
  • Keeping Indoor Ivy Alive by Mira Dessy
  • Pollinating Zucchini Plants by Mira Dessy
  • Growing Herbs for Cooking by Mira Dessy
  • Dressing for Less by Gary Foreman
  • Toilet Flanges - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Leaky Pipes - Ask the Master Plumber
  • Old Car Blues - Ask Bob, The Auto Answer Man
  • Weekly Reader's Tips

    March 30, 1998

  • Sundry Savings - Reader's Suggestions
  • Family Budget Counseling by Gary Foreman
  • Avoid Costly Homebuying Mistakes: Home Inspections by Lawrence Kostaneski
  • Practical Recycling by Sherrie D. Thornton
  • Budgeting for Teenagers by Karen Jones
  • Home School Savings - Reader's Recommendations
  • About Gardening: Foolproof Indoor Plants by Mira Dessy
  • About Gardening: Starting Seeds by Mira Dessy
  • Escort Needs Help - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Overcharged Battery - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    March 23, 1998

  • Starting a Day Care Center - Reader's Recommendations
  • Family Vacations by Sharon Stahl
  • CopyKat Recipes - In The Garden by Stephanie Manley
  • Watch for Falling Prices by Gary Foreman
  • Sock Immortality by Anne M. Wingfield
  • About Gardening - Seeds for the Novice Gardener by Mira Dessy
  • Honda Radio - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Readers Tips

    March 16, 1998

  • Decorating on a Budget by Wendy Boulding
  • First Anniversary Vacation - Reader's Recommendations
  • Reader's Recycling Suggestions
  • Quicken or Money? by Karen Jones
  • About Gardening: Preserving Flowers by Mira Dessy
  • About Gardening: Vegetable Gardening Books by Mira Dessy
  • Bronco 'Pings' - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Used Car History - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    March 9, 1998

  • Frozen Assets: Help! My Freezer's Too Small by Debi Taylor-Hough
  • Electronic Pest Devices: A Product Review - Reader's Experiences
  • Marriage Builders by Michele Johnson
  • Space Management: Two Beginner Projects for the Bedroom by Michael Allen
  • Get Organized to Earn Money from Home by Bonnie Rice
  • About Gardening: Townhome Gardening Choices by Mira Dessy
  • About Gardening: Last Year's Bulbs by Mira Dessy
  • Replacing Radiator Coolant - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Saturn Fanbelt Squeals - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    March 2, 1998

  • Can You Fix It? by Sherrie D. Thornton
  • Quicken Helps With Debt Payoff by Karen Jones
  • One Income Decision Ahead - Reader's Recommendations
  • Avoid Expensive Homebuying Mistakes - Be Prepared by Lawrence Kostaneski
  • Inexpensive, Homemade Diet Drinks - Reader's Recipes
  • About Gardening - Starting Indoors by Mira Dessy
  • Oxygen Sensor Replacement - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Required Maintenance - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    February 23, 1998

  • Mystery Shopping - Reader's Experiences
  • Lowering Credit Card Rates - Reader's Recommendations
  • Diversification for Poor People: Reducing Risk by Gary Foreman
  • Canadian Potluck - Gift Ideas for Any Occasion - by Katzina
  • About Gardening - Grape Arbor Care by Mira Dessy
  • About Gardening - Bamboo Trees by Mira Dessy
  • Needs Vs. Wants by Anne Heerdt-Wingfield
  • Computer Couponing by CSR
  • Service Engine Light - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • GMC 2 Barrel - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    February 16, 1998

  • Baby Cereal for Triplets - Reader's Recommendations
  • Diversification for Poor People: Investment Basics by Gary Foreman
  • Saving A Musty Oak Chest - Reader's Tips
  • Free Stuff for Kids and Teachers by Julia Jay
  • Advice from Mom: Make Your Own Spice Mixes by Rae Osenbaugh
  • Food Co-Op Guidelines by Mary Wagner-Davis
  • About Gardening: Bad Soil? Use Containers by Mira Dessy
  • About Gardening: Ridding Your Lawn of Moss by Mira Dessy
  • Caddy Won't Start? Check the VATS - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Mini-Van Jack Fiasco Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    February 9, 1998

  • Finding College Scholarships - Reader's Recommendations
  • 17 Great Dates for Penny-Pinchers by Shel Horowitz
  • Frozen Assets - Introduction to Freezer Meals by Deborah Taylor-Hough
  • IRA's Made Easy by Gary Foreman
  • About Gardening: Sick Ivy & Sterile Squash by Mira Dessy
  • Success Budgeting: IRS & Miscellaneous Categories by Karen Jones
  • Winter Warm-Ups - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    February 2, 1998

  • That's Amore! Valentine's Ideas - Reader's Romantic Suggestions
  • Copykat Recipes: Imperial Chinese Palace by Stephanie Manley
  • Steps to a More Organized Home - Reader's Recommendations
  • More Heat, Less Money by Gary Foreman
  • Canadian Potluck by Katzina
  • Avoiding Costly Homebuying Mistakes: Makin' a List, Checkin' It Twice
    by Lawrence M. Kostaneski, PE
  • Tempo Muffler Replacement - AskBob the Auto Answer Man
  • 5,000 Mile Maintenance - AskBob the Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    January 26, 1998

  • Cheap Dates and Family Outings - Reader's Suggestions
  • Living on One Income by Gary Foreman
  • Sources for Herbal Information - Reader's Recommendations
  • Managing Your Time - Put Off Procrastination by Michael G. Allen
  • Gardening for Cheap by Pat Fish
  • Chirping Civic by Bob DeP: The Auto Answer Man
  • A Sometimes Wiped Windshield by Bob DeP: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    January 19, 1998

  • Three Kids and Two Adults in Three Rooms - Reader's Suggestions
  • Free Stuff for Kids and Teachers - Software by Julia Jay
  • Insurance Insider by Renee C.
  • Which Version of Quicken to Use? by Karen Jones
  • Second Chance Sweepstakes by Susan Donahue
  • Oil & Gas Additives and Enhancers by Bob DeP - The Auto Answer Man
  • Beemer Power Steering Problems by Bob DeP - The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    January 12, 1998

  • Grocery Coupon Books; Scam or Savings? - Reader's Respond
  • A Simple Retirement Plan by Gary Foreman
  • New Year's Resolutions by Bonnie Rice
  • Homemade Hand Lotion - Readers' Recipes
  • A Sick Taurus - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Window Problems - Ask Bob: The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips

    January 5, 1998

  • My Wedding Plans Cost Too Much - Reader's Recommend
  • Beyond a Budget: Savings by Gary Foreman
  • Cheaper & Better: A Review by Joy Pelto
  • Credit Card Payoff Strategy by Gary Foreman
  • Winter Fuel Economy by Bob DeP, The Auto Answer Man
  • Reader's Tips


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