By Linda Stern
All over America, wallets are slowly, cautiously, opening again. But hold on. There's some evidence that the new spending is of a more practical and bargain-hunting nature. 'The Great Recession may have bred a new frugality that will endure well into the recovery,' the Associated Press reported recently. That's especially true of folks on a fixed income and headed into retirement. But making smart spending decisions can be easier said than done. Should you dump cable TV in favor of online video? Should you buy a new or used car? Here are a few money-saving answers to everyday decisions.
