Donna Freedman
Strategic Pizza: When a Slice Is Worth the Price
Donna Freedman on January 3, 2012
Saving money often means spending time. And sometimes the trade-off isn’t worth the trouble. I think this is one of those times for me. Is it for you?
Why I Don’t Feel Guilty Giving Gift Cards
Donna Freedman on November 7, 2012
Is a gift card really a holiday gift? Or is it a cop-out? It depends less on the card and more on your intentions.
We Wish You a Debt-Free Christmas – and a Prosperous New Year
Donna Freedman on December 20, 2011
Here’s a test: Three months from now, will you even remember what holiday presents you received? Will you remember how much you spent?
8 Money-Saving Uses for a $1 Bandana
Donna Freedman on December 13, 2011
A simple $1 bandana has saved me hundreds of dollars and hours of time. There’s only one thing I don’t use it for, because it’s kinda gross…
Holiday Food Sales? Stock Your Pantry
Donna Freedman on December 6, 2011
If you stock up on food for the holidays so you can feed family and friends, why not do that year-round for yourself?
Old Bottle Caps Can Mean Free Holiday Gifts
Donna Freedman on April 7, 2020
Yup, I pick up sticky soda bottles off the street. And I turn them into holiday stocking stuffers – for free.
How to Sleep Your Way to the Top – Literally
Donna Freedman on November 15, 2011
Can sleeping on the job really help you do better at your job? NASA says yes.
Can You Really Make Money Taking Online Surveys?
Donna Freedman on November 8, 2011
The answer is yes. But the question really is: Does it make financial sense? That depends on your time and your tolerance.
Why You Should Try ‘Goal-Oriented’ Grocery Shopping
Donna Freedman on November 1, 2011
Can the way you write a grocery list really save you money? It sure can – if you add a bunch of items you can’t buy at the store.
Frugal Sniffles: How to Save Money When You’re Sick
Donna Freedman on May 29, 2020
Getting the flu bug would really bug me if I also had to overpay for medicine and food. Here’s how I save cash even when I’m coughing up a lung.
The Pickup Truck Theory of Life Can Save You Thousands
Donna Freedman on October 18, 2011
Why buy big-ticket items when you can borrow them? Here’s how to be a good, ethical borrower who will save thousands on all sorts of expenses.
14 Travel Essentials That Don’t Weigh Very Much
Donna Freedman on October 11, 2011
When I fly, I take more than a dozen items that don’t take up much room, but pack a mighty impact.
How to Score Deals by Dumpster Wading – But Not Dumpster Diving
Donna Freedman on September 27, 2011
Dumpster diving is a dirty pursuit, but what if there were a clean and sanitary way to find valuables that others toss out?
How to Save Some Bread by Buying Day-Old Bread
Donna Freedman on September 20, 2011
I’m proud to say I eat old bread, and prouder to say I save a lot that way. I call it “calypso bread.”
The Pros and Cons of the Potluck Dinner
Donna Freedman on September 13, 2011
Potlucks are a wonderful way for everyone to eat more for less. But it’s not necessarily healthy, and you have to guard against looking cheap.
How to Find Free, Sticky Money
Donna Freedman on August 30, 2011
You know those coin-counting change machines in your local supermarket? I make money from them.
10 Ways to Have Insanely Cheap End-of-Summer Fun
Donna Freedman on December 19, 2011
Summer’s almost over, but you can savor the rest of the season for only a few bucks.
How Often Do You Wash Your Jeans?
Donna Freedman on August 16, 2011
Is it smart or gross to save money by washing your clothes less often? Or is it both?
How to Embrace ‘Frugal Materialism’
Donna Freedman on August 9, 2011
Spending money is more fun than saving it. But you can do both and still savor life.
4 Basic Money Rules You Might Be Ignoring
Donna Freedman on November 7, 2012
Follow these four simple rules and you’ll find yourself in greater control of everything from your budget to your weight.
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