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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

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The season of family, faith, food, and…shopping… collective sigh… The spending part of Christmas can get crazy, so I’ve come up with a list of ideas to find some extra cash for your Christmas spending if you’re coming up short. I make notes of gift ideas for my family and friends throughout the year.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

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According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). I love to shop garage sales. Involve Your Child in Planning and Budgeting. Get Social.

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Stuff – Full Circle

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But, we also need stuff for emotional support – stuff to remind us that we are part of a generations old family, that we have accomplished significant tasks, seen impressive places and conquered difficult situations. Kids will naturally accumulate stuff, even when they can’t buy it. Humans need stuff. You want stuff.

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5 Budget Friendly Ways to Bring More Life to Your Apartment

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Guest Post Author Bio: This post was written and provided by Martha Keagan who has family who lives in San Francisco apartments. This post was written with her family in mind to create ways to liven up their apartment. If you are budgeting for furniture and appliances, your may have more creativity than cash.

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Central PA Staycation Ideas

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I grew up in the mid-state, went to college in the western part of the state and took my first job out of college in eastern PA. I grew up in the mid-state, went to college in the western part of the state and took my first job out of college in eastern PA. I am a life long resident of the great state of Pennsylvania.

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Enjoy Life, Save Money – Use your Work Job Perks!

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Although some benefits are fairly standard, such as a certain number of vacation or sick days, health benefits, flexible spending plans and defined contribution plans, there may be others that are specific to your industry, level and the company. I took my family to London in first class on an L1011! Who gets company perks?

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Summer Staycation Ideas for Harrisburg, PA

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There is a $35 family pass available for 2 adults and up to 3 students(immediate family members). The Oakes Museum of Natural History is located at Messiah College, just outside of Harrisburg. Are you a resident of Harrisburg or Central PA and looking for some budget-friendly staycation ideas for the summer? Admission is $4-$5.