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Where we found money in March 2021

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I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. We’ve had an Aflac Accident plan for many years and have never needed it until the fall of 2020 when we used it twice. I’m saving my plasma money for summer trips and activities.

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Where we found money in April

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I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. Years ago during our Debt Freedom Plan, I avoided using credit cards, not because we had credit card debt, but I was trying to limit our overall spending. Finding extra money is a game for me.

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Start Planning and Budgeting for Summer TODAY!

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” Kids (and parents) get excited about summer trips and activities, so I like to post a family calendar on the refrigerator with all of our summer plans and activities. Budget-Friendly Summer Fun Ideas: Summer activities can be found all around you. Swap with another family who could use a date night too.

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5 Steps to CRUSH Debt + FREE Debt Payoff Goal Tracker

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Did you make a goal to pay off debt this year? For many years, we made a yearly goal to chip away at our six figures of non-mortgage debt. It took us years to pay it all off, but we achieved it in 2019. 2 – Create your Debt Freedom Plan. This list became our personal Debt Freedom Plan.

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Where I found money in February

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I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. I’m saving my plasma money for summer trips and activities. Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. Yep, I found a $20 bill on a morning run at the beach!

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Thrifty Thinking: Valentine's Day

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33% : Overall online dating activity increase across the U.S. Thankfully, people with bad credit are able to improve their credit score over time if they stick to a budget and practice responsible credit use.” Why are men more likely to think that buying a Valentine’s Day gift is worth going into credit card debt?

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Where I found EXTRA Money in May 2021

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I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. I calculate the per-hour rate from my plasma donations to make sure it’s a good use of my time. In the ’90s through the early 2000s, I was an active refunder. Finding extra money is a game for me.

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