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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

Family Balance Sheet

Both our CD and high-interest savings account are FDIC-insured and are at banks that we trust. Airlines Refund of $400 + $200 credit We flew to Florida in March to visit family. While they would not reimburse us for the rental car, they also gave each of us a $50 credit to be used within a year. Ask and ye shall receive!

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Best Credit Cards – December 2023

Savings Corner

The bank that issued your credit card sends money for the purchase to the merchant where the transaction took place. The transaction shows up on your credit card statement, and you repay the bank for the purchase. Rewards come in two basic flavors: Cash back. Every card is different.