Revitalize your wardrobe on a budget

Clothing styles change on a whim according to what trend forecasters see as the "it" items of the season. People looking to keep abreast of certain styles or just maintain a fresh supply of different wardrobe options may find that replenishing a closet can be an expensive venture. But it doesn't have to be.

Those without a set budget may be able to afford monthly shopping trips to add new pieces to a wardrobe. However, the average person lives on a tighter budget, and there may not be as much room for discretionary spending on clothing and accessories. According to VisualEconomics.com, a family of three making about $64,000 per year can expect to spend roughly 4 percent of those earnings on apparel and services.
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How to save money on your next car

A century ago, cars were luxuries. Nowadays, cars are necessities that few people can do without. In many cases, there are two or more vehicles per household.

Purchasing a new car can be a stressful process. Individuals don't want to overspend, and dealers hope to get the most money. Finding that balance typically takes a little negotiating, a process many people dread.
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Cultivate your own bounty of vegetables

It only makes sense to turn a little patch of your property into a personal supply of organic food.

Quality and cost-control are the top reasons to do it -- and avid gardeners will tell you that there is a special kind of joy in planting, growing, picking and serving the freshest produce possible.
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Coax your lawn into a thick green carpet

Even with the concern about the use of herbicides and pesticides, you can still transform your lawn from looking tired-and-tatty into the outdoor oasis you've always wanted. Some techniques for lawn care are tried-and-true -- and others are brand new.

"We do indeed have a breakthrough in herbicide technology," says Reinie Drygala, Lawncare Products Manager for Clear Choice, a leading name in innovative garden products. "Homeowners, gardeners and municipalities are demanding products that are both effective and environmentally responsible -- and Clear Choice meets those demands.
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