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Avoid These Financial Mistakes with Your Kids

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Lots of them are common sense – things like not spoiling your kids by giving them everything they want. Most parents let their kids have some kind of money – either via an allowance, a job or chores around the house or from gifts. Readers, what other things should parents avoid when teaching their kids about money? Money Tips'

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Frugal Friday 11.25.16

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My mother hosted her side of the family. Everyone chips in though, but my mom and two aunts cook the bulk of the food. Saturday: I am roasting a turkey for my family, mostly for the leftovers, but also so the 4 of us can sit down as a family for a big meal. We’re going to take the time and enjoy a family night.

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Super Saver Holiday Ideas

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Here are a few ideas for the holidays, which hopefully will help you save money, time and reduce those stress levels! Save On Holiday Decorating. Save On Holiday Parties And Dinners. For family dinners, have everyone bring a dish, or better yet, do a traveling dinner. Save On Gifts And Wrapping.

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30+ Ways to Use Leftover Halloween Candy

Family Balance Sheet

My favorite memory of trick or treat was that my great Aunt Alice who lived 2 houses down from us gave out FULL sized Clark bars. In the past, what wasn’t chosen to be eaten was given away to friends whose kids have long grown, but this year, I have this list of ways to use leftover Halloween candy up my sleeve. Uses mini Rolos.

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Gwyneth Paltrow’s $29 Food Stamp Budget – I pay $30 a week no food stamps

Coupons Do Work

Actually I live on $30 a week and I have a family of four – a dog and my kids do activities. To budget, not spend on stupid things and save as much as you can. For the clothes and shoes for my kids, I look for sales. I haven’t bought my kids new clothes in 2 years. That means I saved over $300 a year.

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Ninja Turtle Hats for All Ages – $12.99

Saving With Shellie

These would be great for play, warmth, and family photo shoots! Find more fabulous Kid Deals happening now and snag some great bargains for your little ones. appeared first on Saving with Shellie™. Deals Around Town Holiday Kids Teen' Newborn/Baby size is made of milk cotton yarn.

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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. Please don’t show my kids! I n addition to earning points when you shop for gifts, you might even want to use some of those rewards to give as gifts to your family and friends. .

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