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2019 Christmas Savings Club

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It’s so easy to get caught up in all of the bargains that stores throw at us in November and December. But if those gifts were paid with a credit card that doesn’t get paid off as soon as the bill arrives, any savings from store sales, coupons, and/or rebates might be negated from the interest accrued.

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Tips for a Frugal and Eco-Friendly Spring

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And in selling on your old stuff you may make some money into the bargain. You can then use that extra money to pay off some bills, treat yourself to a post-cleaning present or put it into a savings account for a rainy day fund. Make your own cleaning products.

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Carnival of Financial Planning – Money Management Edition #231

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Jim presents NetSpend & Prepaid Debit Cards You Didnt Apply For posted at Bargaineering , saying, “The other day an old college friend of mine emailed me about a strange thing he received in the mail. Open a savings account and put away 10 percent as a minimum. ” Taxes.

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