Now here’s a tip

Sun., March 18, 2007

Joann Derson King Features Syndicate

“ If you are on a budget, check your yellow pages for local specialty schools. You could find yourself on the receiving end of a great deal for dentistry, veterinary care, massages and haircuts, among other things. Check the schools’ Web pages or call to inquire about any programs they have.

“ ‘The baby-oil bandage trick goes back generations in my family. Whenever it’s time to take off a Band-Aid, we use a baby—oil—soaked cotton ball to lubricate the whole area. It comes off in a snap.’ — A.T. in Washington

“ ‘My husband constantly forgets to empty the last load of clothes from the dryer. I don’t mind, because he does most of the laundry in the first place. I just throw a damp towel in the dryer with the wrinkly clothes, and they straighten up quickly.’ — E.V. in Michigan

“ Shop after 6 p.m. the evening before a sale is advertised to begin. According to the National Retail Federation, many retailers program the registers the night before, so the sale price may already come up in the register, even if the store has not signed the selling floor yet. Ask the associate in advance for any possible upcoming sales, especially on big-ticket items.

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