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6 Tricks to Save More Money in 2015

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Would you like to end 2015 with a bigger bank account than you currently have? Earmark this money for an emergency fund, a new car fund, a vacation fund, whatever you would like. Then, you’re continually building a slush fund in your checking account. Put your emergency fund in an inconvenient bank.

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Over 40 and Worried about Money? Start here!

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And in adulthood, they are stashing their incomes and living hyper-frugally to save for early retirement, instead of waiting to 65 to fulfill their dreams. I’m on this journey to financial wellness with you and every weekend, I pack the newsletter with budgeting inspiration, money-saving tips & ideas, and frugal, yet tasty recipes.

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2019 Debt Freedom Plan Update

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1 – Save a starter Home Emergency Fund. Dave Ramsey suggests to have a starter emergency fund of $1000 while focusing on paying off non-mortgage debt. We have definitely dipped into this fund often, so I’m glad I strayed from his advice here. 2 – Increase business emergency savings.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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Be Exceptionally Frugal. I don’t want to use the term extreme frugality, because that sounds absolutely horrible. However, we could use a year of extra thriftiness to find any extra funds to accelerate the $10k. Save a starter Home Emergency Fund. Increase business emergency savings. 2017 Update.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year

Saving Cents With Sense

Before you know it, you will be saving more in 2015 and become a savvy shopper! Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.

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10 Savvy Ways to Save in the New Year

Saving Cents With Sense

Before you know it, you will be saving more in 2015 and become a savvy shopper! Having money automatically go into your account will help you stick to your resolution and save for your future, such as an emergency fund, a child’s college education, or retirement. 10 Fun and Frugal Ways to Use Herbs in Your Home.