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Tips for Surviving Unemployment

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Enjoy Hobbies. While you are unemployed, take advantage of the time you have off by pursuing some of the hobbies you may have placed on the back burner. Being at home all day, can actually prompt come individuals to spend more money on frivolous items and entertainment so they simply have an excuse to get out of the house.

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The Economics of Selecting Vacation Days

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

That’s why it’s so important to find a profitable hobby. Use them to your advantage. A lot of people like the luxury of accomplishing things at home without the pressure of thinking about work. It’s no secret that the majority of people dislike employment. Making money is certainly fun, but being told what to do – not so much.

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Meet a Reader | Beth from VA

The Frugal Girl

I’ve learned a lot and while some things are too late for us (taking advantage of years of compounding interest, for example), it’s just the right time for them. She’s welcome to live at home for the next few years if she’d like so she can save the bulk of her salary. Apply it toward debt. Marrying my husband.

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50 Best Small-Business Ideas – NerdWallet

Savings Corner

With the popularity of podcasts from newspapers and other media providers, private individuals have been able to jump on the trend—turning a hobby into a fully-fledged business. Moreover, if you’re specifically interested in online business ideas , podcasting can be done from home, and completely online. are independently owned.

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7 Clever Ways Moms Used to Save Money

Penny Pinchin' Mom

Many of these activities are still available today, and you can take advantage of them with your family. Make Cleaning Products at Home Did you know that you could make cleaning products right at home? Make Cleaning Products at Home Did you know that you could make cleaning products right at home?

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Yakezie Carnival – Credit Cards Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

– Not only is it possible to retire on real estate, there are many benefits that you need to take advantage of. THE Canadian Personal Finance Site: Make Your Hobby Pay – An ironic view of why cutting your spending is the losers way to get out of debt, just make mo’ money!

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Find Out How Olivia & Her Husband Paid off Their Mortgage in 33 Months

Family Balance Sheet

What are your hobbies? I’m a former 3rd grade teacher, but now a stay at home mom and a graphic designer of Joyful Art Designs. Our plans for me to be a stay at home mom on one teacher salary. We took advantage of having two incomes. What do you and your spouse do for a living? What inspired you to get debt free?

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