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Where I found money in February

Family Balance Sheet

Over the years, I have found money through rebates, refunds, online sales, and even the ground. I have used the extra money to pay off debt, fund family trips, or build up our Christmas savings. I had an unexpected surprise hit my credit card in February. I’m saving my plasma money for summer trips and activities.

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Save This Holiday Shopping Season #ChaseHolidays

For the Mommas

Oh and I can’t forget to pick up gifts for the family stockings. This year, my family has agreed to Holiday Budget. Wether I am shopping online or in the store, I usually use a credit card. I like to use my credit card because of the rewards program it offers. Here is our shopping list this year.

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The 5 Most Important Personal Finance Lessons to Teach your Child

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

and learn a trade or profession that will allow you to support yourself and a family should you decide to have one. Make friends, not only with people your own age and from your own neighborhood, but with people older and younger than yourself and with folks who may be richer or poorer or live in a different geographic area.

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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). I love to shop garage sales. Involve Your Child in Planning and Budgeting. Get Social.

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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Since there seems to be so much in the news lately about credit cards- the good ones, the bad ones, the ugly ones, the fee free ones, the reward ones, the secured ones, etc. I figured I would talk about credit cards as today’s theme. Read away my friends. Funancials : Should I Cancel My Credit Card?

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Meet a Reader | M from the PNW

The Frugal Girl

When my husband finished his apprenticeship program we wanted to start a family and so we had to make some real changes to the way we were living to survive on one income. Tell us a little about yourself I’m in my late 30’s; I grew up and have always lived in the Pacific Northwest. It’s been many years, though I comment very infrequently.

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Buying A House In 2023: A Step-By-Step Guide

Savings Corner

The impact of inflation and fast-rising interest rates dampened buyers’ interest, causing sales to slow and price appreciation to decelerate. Doing so will empower you to make the best decisions for your family — and your wallet. Your bank or credit card company might offer free access to your score or credit report, too.