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How I’m Managing our Family Budget during the Pandemic

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However, reality set in on April 1st and I’m now second-guessing that we have enough money set aside, so I have set into motion some strategies to prepare for the unstable economy and any lost income ahead. April will be a “we might not have an income” month. Plus, I was getting antsy for a new car.

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Four Reasons to Have a Gravel Driveway

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

We have a large (4 car widths) gravel driveway. Because of this, in April 2013, Maryland lawmakers implemented what is referred to as a Rain Tax. According to The Washington Times : “The Rain Tax essentially charges homeowners for any surface of land they own that does not absorb rainwater.