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How We Frugal-ed in June 2023

Family Balance Sheet

I accessorized with some clearance finds from Target and Sam’s and we are really happy with our new sunroom. Both our CD and high-interest savings account are FDIC-insured and are at banks that we trust. As much as we would have loved an extra day in Florida, it wasn’t an option, so we rented a car.

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102 Stores Nationwide that Give A Teacher Discount

Coupons Do Work

Target : Using your International Teacher Identity Card, you can get $5 off $50 and free shipping on select items on Target.com. Christopher & Banks : Although participation varies by store, Christopher & Banks typically offers 10% off any regular priced purchase for teachers with a valid school ID. For items $39.99

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Meet a Reader | Karen from the Great Lakes

The Frugal Girl

Back when I was engaged and living on my own for the first time (I lived with my parents while in grad school to save on rent), I went to the library a lot and found a copy of the Tightwad Gazette. We rent now and are much happier. People are surprised that we are in our fifties and renting, but it works for us.

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Realistic Ways to Save Money Each Month

Saving Everyday

The first thing I do every morning is make coffee, sit down at my desk, open my budget spreadsheet, log into the bank, and enter anything that came out overnight plus what we spent the previous day. Our store has a LOT of overstock from Target. For one-time projects, consider renting. Keeping track of your money is crucial.

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How Krystal and Josh paid off $80k in 4 years!

Family Balance Sheet

errand every two weeks to stop by the bank, but the benefits far. 4 – I stopped going to Target. Instead of seeing a movie, rent. bank account and we BOTH know what is there so we can BOTH use it wisely. Or rent it from the library. talked about what went out that day, what was coming up, or if something.

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25 Frugal & Fun Date Night Ideas

Saving Cents With Sense

Rent a movie or borrow one for FREE at the library. Look at the Target First program, Bank of America card holder program, or any other discounts they may offer. Check bars or restaurants with live local bands or singers. Many times there won’t be a cover charge to these events. Visit a local high school sporting event.

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23 Passive Income Ideas To Help You Make Money In 2023

Savings Corner

What if you’re unable to rent out your property? You may suddenly have tenants who can no longer pay their rent, while you may still have a mortgage of your own to pay. Or you may not be able to rent the home out for as much as you could before, as incomes decline. Other players include Payoff, which targets better credit risks.

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