Recommended Readings: Driving Dough, Group-Buying, Pizza Money, Cash Payments and More

Welcome to Recommended Readings, where each week we highlight 10 money-conscious links from some of our favorite frugal friends.  This week we've got tips for drivers, diners, house hunters and more.  Enjoy!

Driving Dough - Between car payments, insurance, upkeep, tolls, gas and tickets, owning a car can be one of the most costly parts of your life. When should you poney up the dough?  Here's a few scenarios. [Debt Free Adventure]

A Mother Knows - Mother's Day might be over, but that doesn't mean you should stop listening to your elders.  Here's five bits of motherly wisdom for the frugal set. [Blog & Save]

Kids Eat Free - We've professed our love for kid meal freebies in the past, so here's another chance: Hit IKEA this weekend and feed the fam on the house. [Mama Cheaps]

Collective Frugality - Group-buying is all the rage, but will it really save you money?  Read and discuss. [It's Your Money]

Coupon Sneak Peaks - Want a little advanced warning on this Sunday's coupon inserts?  Give this a look and get a head start on your weekend saving spree. [Koupon Karen]

Pizza Money - There's no place like New York City for a great pizza, but those $3 slices can put a big, greasy dent in your wallet.  Find out where to score the good stuff for cheap. [NYC Recession Diary]

Desktop Deals - Desktop publishers know how great the Adobe suite of products are - but oh those prices!  Here's a rare chance to pick up Photoshop Elements without taking out a second mortgage. [My Good Cents]

Cash Considerations  - Having enough money to pay cash for a house is a great feeling, but does it make financial sense?  Maybe yes, maybe no. [Wisebread]

Seed Savings - Greenies will want to check out this post on keeping your gardening costs low, or even FREE if you buy in bulk.  [Budget Saving Mom]

A Dollar and a Dream - You might feel set for life if you hit the lotto, but how you collect could have a big financial impact. This post examines the options should that lucky day come your way.  [Money Ning]