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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

I can remember quite a few years in college and grad school when my part-time jobs juuuuust barely covered my expenses (and sometimes not even that!) For example, we’re very accustomed to buying anything we can second-hand at thrift stores, Craigslist, or Facebook Marketplace.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Now it’s time to FIND THE MONEY! Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. 8 – Rethink your gift spending and create a budget for the year. 15 – Find a part-time job. Become hyper-focused on funding this account. You will be so thankful later.