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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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But the truth is, we have the money. Our emergency fund has saved us countless times and it will save us once again with the truck. And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. 2 – Decide where to put the money.

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10 Ideas to Find Cash for Christmas

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We set aside money each month throughout the year for gift spending, but that wasn’t always the case. Back in 2013, I had a year-long series, Christmas Savings Club , to encourage everyone to set aside money each month for the holidays. You earn money after each donation. Make Money from your Skills or Hobbies.

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Revenge Spending and Other Married Money Tricks

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The author of Kiplinger article ‘How Money Is Used as a Weapon in Relationships ‘ says: “Money is among the most powerful weapons of control in a relationship.” ” Money and control in a relationship is a complex and powerful topic. Watch for these other money tricks. Grabbing control.

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Yes Virginia, There is a Money Tree

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

The proverbial saying ‘money doesn’t grow on trees’ is used by many a parent in denying some wished for item to their children. Well, kids, your parents lied to you – money does grow on trees. A money tree starts out growing slowly, so small at first that you don’t even think it is there.

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Designate a Family Office Manager | Marriage & Money

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Even though I was helping my husband from home part-time with his business, I still felt like I wasn’t contributing to our finances and that drove me crazy. The FOM might manage the household money, but shouldn’t be considered the controller of the money. Do we have enough money for Christmas gifts?

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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

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How did you become interesting in saving money? I think I first got interested in money by … not having any! 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!) I have always wanted to save money for the future.

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Meet a Reader | Mid-Atlantic Julia

The Frugal Girl

Last year, to make a little extra cash, I started boarding dogs through Rover, and I am about to start a very very part time job using my RN license for a home care company. How did you get interested in saving money? As a teenager, I saved quite a bit of the money I earned babysitting and working in a dining hall.

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