My grandmother Eleanor Ring worked for her. I remember going to their house and helping with the mailings every month. I was so awe struck at the addresses I would see. All over the world.

I spoke to Amy on the phone approximately 4 years ago... Now, she helps out with her grandkids, and church. She was very polite, I told her I missed her insightful input and I asked her if she would ever write again and she said no. I have two copies of her COMPLETE TIGHTWAD GAZETTE. One is hardcopy and the other is paperback. I write notes and underline what I consider very important in my paperback and I treasure my hardcopy. All the best to everyone. Izzy a Canadian living in Portugal.

I was a subscriber for over 5 years of her newsletter. Her first newsletter addressed why she wrote the newsletter and what she hoped to accomplish. By year 5 she had accomplished her goals (probably earlier) and I could tell she would be quitting. I was sad but understood. She had the money to supplement their income and even pay off their home (which went way beyond her original goal) and with 6 children the newsletter was interfering with her main purpose of being a homemaker and mother. It would have been easy to continue, but she stayed true to her values and vision before she got married and afterwards. I greatly admire that. Even in her decision to stop, she taught lessons about sticking to your vision and goals.

I still love reading my tightwad gazette even though some of the info is no longer relevant. It brings me back to childhood with those 90s vibes lol

My Mom had the books and newsletters. I remember her reading some of the tips and discussing them with me. Good memories.

I was always careful with money but this book was what started me properly on the frugal lifestyle. I first saw it on holiday in the USA (I'm British) in a Borders in 2001 and I was hooked. I still have the copy now and look at it from time to time. Mrs Dacyczyn helped me realise my goals of owning my own house without a mortgage and retiring from corporate life by age 45. Another good book is Charles Long's 'How To Survive Without A Salary.'

The newsletters and books changed my life in the 1990s. I learned so much from it.

I have all of Amy's newsletters, every annual update newsletter after her retirement, plus her books. And 2 of letters I wrote to her are in her books. Her advice still works today. There are ways to spend less that never get outdated. I can highly recommend Amy's books/advice. I watch Money Mom, too...very nice lady.

These books by Amy Dacyczn taught me how to save. The philosophies within allowed us to be prepared when opportunity met with preparedness.

New subscriber. I found you after I searched Tightwad Gazette. Looking for people who were her followers way back then. I’m being nostalgic

I have all the newsletters and books. This week I have been rereading the first one. As a 67 year old retiree, it helps me still. Just as it it as a young mom in the early nineties. I kept her basic muffin recipe taped to the inside cabinet and often made muffins fresh before work and school. I am still learning. Happy Amy is having a nice life. Thanks for the updates on her.

So excited to hear an update on her. Love her book and appreciate all her hard work!

If I only could have one book on frugality, the fourth book would be the one.

I loved The Tightwad Gazette! I got married in 1994 and bought her first books over the years. They changed my life for the better!

I had originally bought the first two books in the 90s and then the compilation, which I just started rereading. It's one of my most prized books. ❤️

Her words have always been reiterated throughout history. Waste Not. Want Not. The problem now is greed and want. Thank you for this wonderful video. YOU are very much appreciated for reminding us of this wonderful woman. You and I and millions of others carry the torch of frugality in our daily lives.

1996 she left to live in retirement. Her books were good for the time. I have them and the newsletters, but they are outdated on some levels. Some tips are also listed elsewhere as standards, others are unique to her. There is much value listed. Somethings are timeless and basic. She was very generous to her community as a responsible steward of her wealth. Not only paying off her home, valuable lessons, but also supporting her church and community with generous donations. She didn't want to do an update or continue and disappeared into her wealth. Take her lessons and add your own but always continue to update for the times you are living in. Life continues to evolve at an increasingly fast pace. Renew and rejoice. Keep the pace of current society. We all have valuable lessons to share in life. Frugality was and will always be with us from generations before. Embrace what works for your times. Miminalism is more then a trend. Many teends come and go. Find what works for you. Talk to friends and family for creative Sharing ideas. We are in tough times. High gas and food prices, shrinking packaging, supply chain issues, value issues, made in local areas is critical over selling put to cheaper but in the end extreme higher costs of overseas markets that erode our economy. Embrace the challenged for local jobs etc, changing work demographics, switching e-commerce, dying malls and social structures. We all need to embrace our abilities to sustain our local footprint. Hang on , it's going to be one hell of a ride. Shop at home before spending your money. Less is more. Healthy at home eating and socialize in small close friend groups. Share at home , meals featuring backyard garden fare, movies, board games, card games, hikes, community events, beach days, or just enjoy a early or evening walk. Working From home is common and home schooling. Money is saved by being creative. Have fun. Stay calm and enjoy the simple things in life. ❤️

I have all of her books and was a subscriber to The Tightwad Gazette! She inspired me to continue doing what I was already doing, mostly. Alway good ideas in her writings.

I read the entire complete book a few times. I think the first time was over 20 years. When I became a single mom and had a high mortgage it really helped. I am still frugal in many ways and enjoy it. I do buy very good coffee, etc...not frugal when it comes to some hobbies and interests...!!

I have had all 4 of Amy’s books since she started publishing them. I also go back to refresh my ideas from time to time. My children are grown no and have children of their own.

Thanks for this update. I’ve often wondered about Amy. I loved her books and newsletter. She changed the way I look at money and frugality.

What a great book. Paid off my house in 13 years. Just one of many things I was able to do because of this book.

Love this video. Thanks. I love the Tightwad Gazette Books in the 1990s when I was in my 20s working and raiding my boys 😊

I subscribed to her newsletter before the books! she was awesome! what was frustrating was that I could never find ways to buy in bulk like Amy did.

Lived by this book!!!

I was given 4 of all the tightwad books I kept 1 gave another set to a late friend n gave another set to our local library n still have the 4th set. A great book just wish she hadn't stopped we need her now more than ever.

New subscriber, sent by Centsible Living with Money Mom. The Complete Tightwad Gazette is a long time favorite, my copy well worn and bookmarked. It is a favorite gift as well... Thank you for bringing it to light for those who don’t know it yet. Will be binging on your complete series next! Susan

I still have my copies too. Still great to read.

I credit Amy for me being able to be a SAHM for most of my children’s early years. I even spoke with her on the phone once when she was investigating a cereal scam promoted by another newsletter. She is a highly intelligent and creative woman. For many years I kept ever issue of the Gazette. Miss her!

I used to get her monthly newsletters. 🥰

The Tightwad Gazette saved me from financial disaster.

She changes my life!!

I had all of those books! They are great!

She is retired from writing, with a net worth of 6 million dollars. She is now in her sixties. Ms. B. Churchill

Money Mom sent me, I love your channel! Very interesting

I love these books!

I've heard about these books, Money Mom talks about them. They sound fantastic.

I was given three sets of all her books I gave one to skinint friend ant another to local pub library and kept the third set .

I loved mine but gave them away! I miss them so much.

I have the first paperback from YEARS ago...😀

I remember her books. Glad she retired. 🌻

I don't think she was ever a spend thrift. Not really. I think she spend more than she when she became The Frugal Zealot but I think she and her husband had thrifty values from their own parents.

This doesn't answer the question of what happened to her.