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Frugal February

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One month down for 2019. We have only one financial goal for 2019 and we made some progress in January. So I am declaring a Frugal February. The goal of Frugal February is NOT to feel deprived, . 8 Action Steps for a Frugal February: 1 – Write a budget/spending plan for February. Say that 5 times!).

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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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Our only spending going forward will be for essentials, such as our mortgage, utilities, groceries, our Medi-Share premium , and fuel for the cars. In January and February, my husband and I were contemplating replacing our 12.5 After paying off our last non-mortgage debt in September 2019, we updated our Debt Freedom Plan.

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Have a Mindful March!

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We made one big financial goal for 2019 and are striving and working hard to make progress. Our goal for 2019 is NOT to feel deprived, but rather find creative ways to get through the year without unnecessary spending. Review your actual spending for January and February and choose one category to really focus on in March.

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