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Introducing the 2015 Choose Thrift First Challenge

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In 2013, The Christmas Savings Club encouraged all of us to save monthly so that we could have a cash Christmas. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First. In 2015, the monthly challenge will be Choose Thrift First. I’d love to hear your solutions for your needs other than buying new.

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Take Control of Your Money in 2015

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And 2015 is no different. Tantrum aside, it’s still going to take years, but there is room for us to make some considerable progress in 2015. In 2015, I will be sharing our journey to significantly reduce our debt. In 2015, I will be sharing our journey to significantly reduce our debt. My Themes for 2015: 1.

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Choose Thrift First Challenge – January Meeting

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In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. Instead of buying new this year, ask yourself these questions: Can I borrow from someone?

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Choose Thrift First | February Meeting

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In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I’d love to hear your solutions for your needs other than buying new. February Update.

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Choose Thrift First – April Meeting

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In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. I’d love to hear your solutions for your needs other than buying new. See you on Thursday, May 28.

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Choose Thrift First Challenge – March Meeting

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In 2015 I’m challenging myself to rethink purchases by taking advantage of more cost effective solutions like borrowing, buying second hand, or just making do with what we already have. You’ll save yourself so much money. I’d love to hear your solutions for your needs other than buying new.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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2 – Save $10k in a savings account, specifically earmarked for medical expenses. We blew through our health savings account, and now need to save another $10k so we’re not caught off guard if another emergency were to happen. Save for a camper upgrade. If not, we’ll start saving in 2019.