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Meet a Reader | Megan from California

The Frugal Girl

We are privileged in that we both have good-paying jobs and have more than enough money to cover the bills. I made some foolish choices shortly after graduating college, burning through my savings and running up credit card bills. I remember my mom showing me how she balanced the checkbook every month and paid bills.

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Giveaway: The Leaf HDTV Antenna from Mohu

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What I really liked about The Leaf was how simple it was – all I had to do was easily screw in The Leaf, set my TV to anteena mode, and have it scan for available channels. You pay the price of The Leaf once and never have a monthly bill again! No need to pay your monthly cable bill. Good news – 2 winners will win a Leaf!

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Save Energy and Pocket Money this Winter

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The weather outside is frightful, but that doesn’t mean you have to expect skyrocketing power bills this winter. According to the Efficient Windows Collaborative, installing energy-efficient double- or triple-paned windows can save money on your power bills over time. Make your windows work for you. All rights reserved.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in 2014

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I have many ways for you to start saving, including couponing, but before you become overwhelmed with the idea, here are 10 tips that are simple, easy and will make you one savvy shopper in 2014, so you can start saving more. It is simple to open a savings account if you haven’t already. Cut down on your bills.

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Save Money With DIY Home Repairs

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Keep a simple home maintenance log to record each time you replace these items to help you stay on track. Really Simple DIY Home Projects. Some home maintenance tasks and repairs are so simple that it’s almost a crime to call a handyman or professional. ©2009-13 Saving Cents with Sense ™, a website of Saving Sense Media LLC.

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Tips For Keeping Home Plumbing Repair Costs At A Minimum

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Finally, one excellent way to lower your monthly bills is to be proactive about keeping your home plumbing repair costs at a minimum. Below are some steps that everyone can take to reduce the costs of their plumbing bills. Replacing the ball c**k on your toilet is also relatively simple. All rights reserved.

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Overhaul Your Monthly Budget: Tips to Save Now So You Can Splurge Later

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Here are a few simple ways to save. To ensure you’re not bleeding too much cash unnecessarily on Internet bills, utility bills or insurance premiums, you may want to do a yearly audit on all of these items. Heating and cooling costs account for about half the average energy bill, according to the U.S.

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