The Weekend Round Up features five posts published on members' blogs the previous week.

Drew of Objective Wealth explains leverage in his A-Z of Finance.

On The Money Principle Maria discuss if frugality is the solution to debt? I reckon that most people could save a fair amount of money by being a bit more careful and ensuring that they get the best value for all products and servces. I do agree that earning more could be a faster way to get out of debt; there's a reduction in your leisure time but also less opportunity to spend.

PayDayAngels report on the demise of UK retailer Republic. I've never even been in a Republic store, so can't comment on their clothing range/prices.

Discount Coder gives tips on cheap and healthy meat substitues. There were a couple I hadn't heard of; seitan and tempeh. I think these products may well become more popular in the wake of the horsemeat scandal.

Savvy Scot gives tips on buying energy efficient electrical appliances for your home.