From Seattle PI: How to be a cheap date

Single Shot: How to be a cheap date

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Despite economic crisis, good times can be a dime a dozen

Now that the economy’s officially in the toilet — or should I say flailing about in the sewer? — it’s no surprise that singles are looking for imaginative ways to maximize their dating dollars, to get the most, uh, bang for their buck.

But can we truly trim the fat on infatuation? Put a spending cap on courtship? You bet your bottom dollar — provided you still have one. Herewith, a few tips on how to become a cheap date. Read the full article