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Savings Expert
Jeff Yeager
Jeff Yeager, AARP's expert for the Savings Challenge, is the author of "The Cheapskate Next Door" and "The Ultimate Cheapskate's Road Map to True Riches." He worked with nonprofit organizations for 24 years. Jeff enjoys gardening, home improvement projects and traveling — all on the cheap.
cheap talk from
Jeff Yeager
Extreme Cheapskates: Behind the Scenes
January 9, 2012 1:24 PM
12 Ways to Save $12 a Week in 2012
January 3, 2012 10:12 AM
5 Tips for Being a Charitable Cheapskate
December 27, 2011 10:12 AM
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6 Ways to Fix Your Fixed Expenses
Tips for getting a better deal on insurance, mortgage, and more. read
Composting: A Rind Is a Terrible Thing to Waste
A frugal, eco-friendly way to enrich garden soil. read
Are You Throwing Money Away?
Find out what your trash reveals about your spending habits. read
Don't Throw That Away!
Re-purposing potential junk is fun, and it saves both money and the Earth’s resources read
Outlet Malls and Factory Stores: Deals or No Deals?
Those markdowns at factory stores might look drastic, but how much are you really saving? read
In The
Spotlight
6 Ways to Help Grandkids (Without Writing a Check)
There are plenty of ways to learn fiscal responsibility and have fun. read
50 Healthy Foods That Cost Less Than $1 Per Pound
Savings expert Jeff Yeager talks about his favorite low-cost foods that are also good for you. read
When Renting Is Better Than Buying
You may want to think twice about buying in today's economy — especially since you can rent everything from houses and cars to textbooks and pets, and save money. read
12 Ways to Avoid Impulse Buying
When it seems like a good deal, do yourself and your wallet a favor: Wait before you buy. read
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