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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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Pre-coronavirus, I considered having 3 months of expenses saved in cash to be sufficient. The PA governor has shut down all non-essential businesses indefinitely and we’ve now been ordered to stay at home unless traveling to essential jobs, needed supplies, or outdoor exercise as long as we practice social distancing.

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Friday Links – School Update Edition

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Before you get caught up in trying to throw and over the top party, check out Mr.CBB’s tips to spend less and have a kid’s birthday parties on a budget at Canadian Budget Binder. Considering the work from home approach? How To Drive Green And Save On Gas Mileage. Can’t Afford Private School?

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Friday Links – Colder Than Mars Edition

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Check them out: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Is 2014 the year you plan to tie the knot? If so, don’t miss Lisa’s post about how to Use Your Personal Network to Save Major $$$ on Your Wedding at Lisa Vs. The Loans. Ben’s post from The Wealth Gospel is a must-read: How to Waste Time and Kill Productivity.

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Friday Links – Whirlwind Edition

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There were as always a ton of great reads out this week which I have highlighted below: Good Reads From The Blogosphere: Heidi at Personal Finance Journey has a great post about eating well but saving more –it can be done! If so, make sure to read Money Q&A’s post for some tips on saving money on a mortgage.

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Frugal Friday: Cheap Turkeys for the Win! 11.18.16

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Thursday: leftovers from Tuesday and Wednesday nights. Friday: Homemade Ham & Bean Soup , homemade sugar-free applesauce This soup takes some time from start to finish, but I work from home on Fridays, so I had the time. How We Saved this Week: 1. Trust me, it is worth the effort! Cheap turkeys.

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5 Eco-Friendly Tips for the Workplace

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Whether by bus, trolley, train or auto, the need to get to work hits everyone hard in a depressed economy. Join us in exploring ways to implement eco-friendly work from home tips, or to become more cost-effective working outside the home. Set it up the night before, to save time. Smart Commute.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

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Budgeting and Economics. Wayne presents Purpose of Budgeting posted at Young Family Finance , saying, “Are you left wondering why you should budget? Find out the purpose of budgeting and whether it’s important for you. Linsey presents How Do I Work from Home with No Skills?

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