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Meet a Reader | JenRR from the Midwest

The Frugal Girl

Besides dealing with my sudden unemployment when my oldest child was a toddler, I was hoping to figure out a way to extend my time at home with him. The first few years after graduating, I racked up a large credit card debt and bought a new SUV that cost approximately the same as my annual salary. helping out 7.

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Stay the Course Financially

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

With interest rates so low, why not spend now, using debt, instead of waiting for inflation and higher interest rates to kick in and raise the price of goods and services. We want a splurge now and again, a night out, a new dress, a nice meal and etc. During the long 7 years since the crisis, many people lost jobs and houses.

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Put Yourself on the Path of Happiness for the Holiday Season

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

He became a hoarder, he has not worked in years, he feels unemployable and his house is now encumbered with debt and will soon be put up for a tax sale. Look for financial aide or community outreach programs that can let you provide your family with holiday meals and gifts. How does he get his self-esteem back?

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10 Reasons You’re Broke

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Sure you know you are in debt over your head. So you continue to get further in debt as you continue to spend. What is the one thing you are refusing to give up that would help you pay off your debt? 6 Reasons to Meal Plan. You won’t make any sacrifices. You shop to feel better. Life stinks sometimes.

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Cha Cha Cha Changes | The Site, My Life & More

Saving Everyday

The debt of gratitude that I feel for all of you, most of whom I will never meet, is indescribable. I’ll get back to showing you how you CAN feed your family healthy meals on a budget. Because of this site, and the unwavering support of my readers, I was able to pick up my life in Kentucky and go to Florida to be with my Dad.

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