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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

Family Balance Sheet

Both our CD and high-interest savings account are FDIC-insured and are at banks that we trust. Airlines Refund of $400 + $200 credit We flew to Florida in March to visit family. Coming home, the flight from Florida to Philadelphia was delayed causing us to miss the only flight from Philly to Harrisburg for the day.

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Passive Income With Real Estate

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Even though the listed examples are quite different from one another, each of them could be purchased and rented for a profit. Your property may not always be 100% rented, but it can easily be 75% rented. With a large rental house, it’s either 100% rented, or 0% rented. 8-Unit Rental Complex – Benefits.

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102 Stores Nationwide that Give A Teacher Discount

Coupons Do Work

Christopher & Banks : Although participation varies by store, Christopher & Banks typically offers 10% off any regular priced purchase for teachers with a valid school ID. Alamo Rent A Car : NEA members enjoy member discounts and special offers from Alamo Rent A Car, including free unlimited mileage and roadside assistance.

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. We rent now and are much happier. People are surprised that we are in our fifties and renting, but it works for us.

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

Would renting for another year or two improve your financial standing? Your bank or credit card company might offer free access to your score or credit report, too. Johnson, a real estate economist at Florida Atlantic University and co-author of the Beracha, Hardin & Johnson Buy vs. Rent Index.