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How We Frugal-ed in September 2022

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I’m always looking for ways to save my family money to help us get through current higher food and gas prices and achieve our big financial goals. At one time I planted quite a bit, but weeds overtook my garden and turned my favorite hobby into a stressful mess. Some months are more successful than others.

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Chit Chat: 06.17.18

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The garden was my hobby for many years, but in the end, the weeds took over so much that I stopped enjoying my hobby and it became a dreadful chore. The topic came to me when I realized that my husband and I haven’t really talked about our future financial goals in awhile.

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Find out how Deacon & his Wife Paid off $52,000 of Debt in 18 Months

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He is a financial coach and blogs at Well Kept Wallet. What are your hobbies? I used to just buy whatever I wanted regardless of the price. In addition, I will price match items whenever possible. I am shocked at how many retailers will price match these days. What are your financial goals now?

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How this Couple Eliminated $180,000 of Debt in 12 Months!

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What are your hobbies? He has paid a price to win with hard work and sacrifice to reach his goals, and I truly admire him for that. What are your financial goals now? Do not allow fear to convince you to not pursue your financial goals. Meet the Former Mrs. Jones: Her Debt Free Story. I am very happy.

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Find out How Drew & Farrah Paid off $200k of debt, including their HOME

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What are your hobbies? We obviously love Dave Ramsey and financial teachings so we help to teach those classes at our church one night a week. It’s been busy with the babies and so much work/income that hobbies lately have been sleeping (if we can) and traveling. We eat steak all year long (for a fairly good price).

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself. You will likely have to accept store credit for the current price if you don’t have a receipt, but that’s better than nothing. You just need some imagination and a nose for free family fun.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

If you have a big financial goal, think about how much you pay someone to do something that you are capable of doing yourself. You will likely have to accept a store credit for the current price if you don’t have a receipt, but that’s better than nothing. You just need some imagination and a nose for free family fun.