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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

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But with careful planning and budgeting, you can still provide your little one with everything they need while saving for their future. Here are some tips to help you save for your new baby. Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops. It’s a great way to save money and reduce waste simultaneously.

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10 Ways to Find Cash for your Summer Vacation

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But beware, people want to pay yard sale prices at a yard sale, so if you have more time, you could make more by selling larger or more valuable items on Craigslist, local consignment shops, or a local Facebook buy/sell page. That number is what you need to save each month for next year. How Much Should You Charge?

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Our emergency fund has saved us countless times and it will save us once again with the truck. If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Put the money saved into your emergency fund.