The Frugal Girl

JANUARY 29, 2024

My Dad was a blue-collar factory worker with an incredible work ethic (3 jobs at a time to pay bills if needed), Mom (& her higher degree) quit teaching & chose to stay home to educate me & eventually my brother; they started a ministry when I was a year old-we all helped with the maintenance & function of said ministry.

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The Frugal Girl

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

I currently work part-time from home, mostly behind a computer. I learned how to repair my own car. 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. Tell us a little about yourself. I’m 52. As I was paying my way through college.

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Daughter Green And Frugal Money Grandmother 130

Motherhood Moments

MARCH 4, 2023

Or, instead of dining out every night, you may opt to cook at home more often. So, when “unpleasant surprises” arise, like a car repair or medical bill, you’re confident that you have enough money set aside to cover these. For example, you need not go for expensive brands and the latest trends whenever you shop. Invest in yourself.

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Debt Money Building Credit Cards 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 25, 2016

Waste is found everywhere from your home, office to schools and other social places. Big companies might require daily services whereas at home, you could even have the waste disposal people come once a week. Big companies might require daily services whereas at home, you could even have the waste disposal people come once a week.

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Savings Corner

DECEMBER 27, 2023

With the demand for video, this is another business idea that you can start at a very low cost, in your own home. Moreover, if you’re specifically interested in online business ideas , podcasting can be done from home, and completely online. Does your home have a guest house, mother-in-law suite or even just a spare bedroom?

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Real Estate Re-use Podcasts Work 52

Online Coupon Island

SEPTEMBER 3, 2015

Whether it’s about home improvement, repair or maintenance of the car or any other restoration or project at home or work, you’ve now got some really amazing deals to get on with your project completion. Great opportunity for DIYers and the tech savvy! It takes more effort to search the net searching the best deals […].

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

SEPTEMBER 25, 2012

For so long, we plodded along with next to nothing while our neighbors were running up their charge cards and using home equity loans to take vacations. We shopped at garage sales, turned down the heat, combined errands to use less gas, didn’t buy a lot of prepared food, cooked at home and the like. Peggy: Oh yes!

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Thrifty Garage Spendthrift Fair-Trade 213

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

NOVEMBER 12, 2012

The expenses of gas, insurance, and repairs amount to a significant amount of money that doesn’t need to be spent. Skip the coffee shop and make your own at home. If you are pursuing online masters programs at home, there is no reason you can’t do this. Commute By Bike.

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College Saving Money Money Student 203

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JUNE 23, 2016

At the same time, we have to establish different expectations on the home front for our sons and grandsons. At the same time, we should have higher expectations from our sons on the home front. Very few tasks require ‘manly’ strength around the home these days. Addressing the gender pay gap at home.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

OCTOBER 4, 2011

By exercising at home instead of paying gym fees we saved $600 per year for 17 years ($10,200). By feeding our family of four at home for 20 years we saved $168,768. After the kid’s left home hubby and I saved another $84,384. 40,720 Home Repair. Do it yourself home repair can really go either way.

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Savings Corner

APRIL 4, 2024

To help readers understand how insurance affects their finances, we have licensed insurance professionals on staff who have spent a combined 47 years in the auto, home and life insurance industries. At a glance BEST HOME INSURANCE COMPANY OVERALL (TIE) 4.1 Home Rating: 4.2 At a glance BEST HOME INSURANCE COMPANY OVERALL (TIE) 4.1

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Family Balance Sheet

APRIL 1, 2021

And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. How would you pay for an unexpected car repair? Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet, cell? 4 – Skip the AM drive-thru and eat breakfast at home.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 130

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

AUGUST 29, 2012

A couple of weekends ago, the boyfriend had to take his truck to the shop to get repaired. We’d gotten so used to going out that we didn’t really know what to do at home. We had a lot of fun and it was nice to dream about our goal of becoming home owners. To save money, eat your main meal at home and then just go for dessert.

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For the Mommas

APRIL 10, 2016

Be sure to use this Shop at Home link for and extra 2% cash back! The Brother 17 Stitch Sewing Machine, JX2517, is an easy-to-use sewing and mending machine that is well-suited for both the novice or more experienced home tailor. I think I will be grabbing one of these for myself! It also includes a brightly lit LED work area.

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Sewing Machines Sewing Brother Machines 40

The Frugal Girl

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

Limiting waste is what really drives most of the habits I have that would qualify as “frugal” – reducing/eliminating food waste, returning unneeded items, pursuing refunds, checking on warranties, repairing things, etc. We made a lot of Steak Diane that night.) I fell in love with pursuing a car-free life. We lived for 2.5

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Couponing 101

APRIL 13, 2020

With kids at home, now is the perfect time to teach them some of these often overlooked skills that can help make their lives so much easier. While it may be easier to do it on your own, teaching your child these skills may help them do their own repairs one day. Have something in your house you’ve been meaning to fix?

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 30, 2012

Tip: Leaving your cards at home, or at least in the car, will help you stick to your budget because you can only use the cash that you have on hand. In most cases, you will need to be able to get your purchase home because most thrift stores don’t deliver though some of the larger ones (Goodwill, etc) might.

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Thrift Stores Thrifting Furniture Storing 201

For the Mommas

MAY 12, 2015

With her floating home dry-docked for repairs in Mexico, Hetta needs a place to live and a job to pay for boat repairs. She’s done with college but still living at home, ready to launch a career but unable to find a job, and solidly stalled between boyfriends. Download: Is Making Money Bad? by Tiffany Domena.

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For the Mommas

FEBRUARY 22, 2016

Thru midnight tonight at Gap.com, get an additional 40% off your entire purchase when you use promo code NEW4U at checkout, plus get an EXTRA 2% cash back when you use this Shop At Home Link to begin your purchase ! Get 2% cash back when you use this Shop At Home Link to begin your purchase (-$0.05). Final Price: $2.94 Pay: $11.99.

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Family Balance Sheet

FEBRUARY 16, 2016

And while I don’t like parting with our money, I am grateful that this repair won’t send us into financial distress. How would you pay for an unexpected car repair? Are you paying too much for home/auto insurance, cable, internet? 4 – Skip the AM drive thru and eat breakfast at home. Try freezer cooking.

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Emergency Fund Money Finds Friends And Family Sale 100

For the Mommas

AUGUST 1, 2016

You can also use this Shop At Home link to purchase to earn an extra 1% cash back! Juice Organics Repairing Shampoo & Conditioner – Coconut. Achieve hydrated hair that’s less prone to breakage with a repairing blend of coconut, soy protein, borage seed oil and aloe. Hurry and get yours NOW for just $7.00 with FREE shipping.

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For the Mommas

MARCH 26, 2015

Have a budding engineer at home? Kids can use them alongside an adult to learn basic skills in carpentry, plumbing and household repairs. Then this will be the perfect gift to put in his Easter basket! Plus, since you will be using the ShopAtHome link, you will get an additional 3% cash back!

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Tools Work Plumbing Kids 40

Nicoles Nickels

JULY 5, 2012

Mimics the results of in-office treatments at home. Triple-peptide formula helps diminish wrinkles and repair damaged skin. Pharmaceutical-grade crystals buff skin and resurface miniature ice rinks. Helps other skincare products absorb more effectively. Can diminish the appearance of fine lines, acne marks, and discolorations.

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Coupons Do Work

AUGUST 29, 2016

HP : Register with HP Home Stores’ Academic Purchase Program, and teachers can purchase products with discounts of up to 15%. Home & Hardware: Use these teacher discounts to save money on your next home purchase, repairs, paint, and more. Sherwin Williams : Ready to paint your home, or even your classroom?

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Discount Giving Storing Education 124

Fashion Without Guilt

AUGUST 23, 2018

You can make your natural hair mask at home with the things that you find in your kitchen. The mixture promotes thick hair growth and helps in repairing the damage. A pack of these two will help repair all the damage to your hair. Healthy hair will give you the freedom of styling and cutting it however you want.

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

JANUARY 29, 2014

She asked for a well paying job, and was able to step right back into a management position at a major accounting firm – even after 10 years as a stay at home Mom. Instead of repairing a storm damaged garage roof (with money given to her for that purpose), she asked life for a trip to London and got it.

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Family Balance Sheet

AUGUST 5, 2015

I am a stay at home mom to 3 kiddos and a cockapoo named Otis. We live a pretty busy lives and when given free weekends at home we love spending time at home on our little farm. We made the decision to tackle our debt back at our home church in Chattanooga. How much debt did you pay off? What kind of debt was it?

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Debt Debt Free Finds Finance 100

Fashion Without Guilt

JANUARY 24, 2011

Jennifer from The Looks For Less has a segment on her blog every Monday called "Manicur Related posts: Frugal Tip Monday- Makeup Repair Tips to Save You Money. (This is something that men will never be able to understand.) Frugal Tip Monday- How to Save By Spending on Select Days. Frugal Tip Monday-10 Free Web Services.

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Frugal DIY Repairs Makeup 84

Nicoles Nickels

DECEMBER 24, 2011

Better Homes & Gardens $3.99/year year - Better Homes & Gardens magazine is designed for people interested in turning home, cooking, and gardening inspiration into action. It can make the difference between staying at home or taking a dream vacation. Family Handyman $4.99/year Budget Travel $3.99/year

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Prairie Eco-Thrifter

FEBRUARY 13, 2015

We’ve signed on the dotted line – new windows and doors for our 1985 built home! Last time I painted the exterior trim, the sills and trim pieces on many had to be repaired with wood filler due to rot. Last time I painted the exterior trim, the sills and trim pieces on many had to be repaired with wood filler due to rot.

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Shopping Home Depot Painting Insurance 100

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 24, 2013

It takes time and planning to make sure your family and your home are ready to brave the elements. Professional car washes can save up to 20 percent of the amount of water you’d use by washing your car at home. But is your car as ready as you are? Check your tires. Besides protecting your car, you’ll also be protecting the environment.

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Car Cars Giveaway Reuse 111

For the Mommas

SEPTEMBER 15, 2014

Are you desiring to beautify your home, but having second thoughts on the expenses which have to be incurred? Save Money And Build Pride By Taking On At Home Projects Yourself (DIY Household Hacks – Home Repair – DIY – Cleaning and Organizing) by Sanford Evans. Then, here is an end to all your worries.

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DIY Crochet Sparkle Home Repair 51

Saving In Akron

AUGUST 23, 2011

. $1/1 Aquaphor Lip Repair (.35 2/1 L'Oreal Revitalift Clinical Repair SPF 20 (1 oz.). $2/1 5/1 AT Home 6 Panel Drug Test. $10/1 7 wyb $30 or more of TheraBreath 7 Day Probiotic Home Treatment System, Lozenges (100 ct.), 1/1 Hyland’s Teething Gel (.5 includes 50% more free). $1/1 Bottle (10 oz.), 56 oz.). . $5/1

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Family Balance Sheet

DECEMBER 10, 2014

I got tired of being left at home because I had a day job, so now we get to travel together and create our own adventures. I was only bringing home a net income of $3,000 a month, so paying $1,000 each month towards my debt was a lot of money, and took a lot of sacrificing. What inspired you to get debt free? N/A (I was single then).

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Debt Debt Free Financial Goals Goals 227

Nicoles Nickels

NOVEMBER 13, 2014

Since this is priceless and irreplaceable art, we do a film inspection to see if it needs to be repaired. So we make sure the show is completely repaired. Ron: When I watch one of the shows at home, everything looks kind of small. And there was a lot of dirt.

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Christmas Giveaway Film Scanners 91

For the Mommas

MAY 22, 2012

Go through your home – including hidden storage areas in the attic or basement or deep in the back of closets – and begin clearing the clutter. Designate an area of your home for gathering all of your yard sale wares together and add pricing stickers as you go so that you don’t have to worry about pricing everything on the day of the sale.

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Saving In Akron

SEPTEMBER 22, 2011

1/1 Aquaphor Lip Repair Tube (.35 1/1 University Medical AcneFree Cleanser, Night Time Repair or Day Time Acne Control Foam (3 oz.). $1/1 1/1 University Medical AcneFree Cleanser, Night Time Repair or Day Time Acne Control Foam (3 oz.). $1/1 10/1 At Home 12 Panel Drug Test. $2/1 PERSONAL CARE/BEAUTY. $1/1 or Eye Balm (.5

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