Comment from Anonymous
Time May 24, 2010 at 4:46 am

I have to admit, I don’t understand the other reviews, but then again I’m not into dumpster diving or making things from dryer lint. I’m looking for advice from someone who’s been there and done that! Mary Hunt is that person. Her slogan of “Bringing Dignity to the Art of Living Within Your Means” says it best. I loved this book, and her updated and combined book “Complete Cheapskate” brings us into the new century!
Rating: 4 / 5

Comment from Anonymous
Time May 24, 2010 at 4:53 am

This book includes a lot of tips for managing your finances. I especially liked the way she handles the “allowance” issue with her kids. The book reminds us that materialism doesn’t provide joy, and may eventually give us lots of grief! The book also has a lot of humor in it, too, so you don’t feel so totally depressed when you look at your own financial situation.
Rating: 4 / 5

Comment from Anonymous
Time May 24, 2010 at 5:51 am

This was very motivating way for me to save money. I recently gave my copy to my sister. I’ve read the book several times and book marked interesting household tips.
Rating: 5 / 5

Comment from Mom of 4
Time May 24, 2010 at 8:36 am

Although some of Mary Hunt’s work is OK for people who have a major problem with credit card debt, most of her suggestions are obvious and not terribly insightful. Tightwad Gazette is far more practical, and much less padded with silly emotionalism.
Rating: 1 / 5

Comment from Anonymous
Time May 24, 2010 at 11:18 am

I read this book and like the other people who made reviews, I found that too many chapters were taken up with credit card advice. I also didn’t particularly like the format of the book. You had to read chapters upon chapters to find any useful information rather than in point format. Some of the information was useful, but I think Miserly Moms and The Tightwad Gazette’s are much better.
Rating: 3 / 5