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The Cost of Doing Nothing

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you neglect routine maintenance on your assets (real estate, belongings, etc) they may end up damaged, worth less or gone. For several years we neglected to hose down the outside unit of our air conditioner. If you are rich and neglect to draw up a pre-nuptial agreement, you may find yourself a pauper if you ever divorce.

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How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives

For the Mommas

Take a look at all your monthly bills – utilities, groceries, insurance – and come up with a plan to reduce them. You may even be able to eliminate larger bills by getting rid of the service altogether. Don’t run your air conditioner unless it’s essential and turn off lights and appliances that aren’t needed.

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6 Steps to Creating a Budget You Can Stick To

For the Mommas

You want to include all expenditures including, but not limited to: Housing- rent, mortgage, homeowner fees, homeowner insurance, lawn care services, housekeeping services, etc. Transportation- car note, car insurance, maintenance, gas, etc. Healthcare- medical bills, medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, etc.