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Baby Budgeting: How to Save for Your New Arrival

Koupon Karen

Don’t forget less obvious yet significant expenses like increased utility bills or potential healthcare costs. Check out local buy-and-sell groups or consignment shops. Sign Up for Free Samples and Rewards Programs Many baby companies offer free samples and rewards programs for expecting parents.

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7 Simple Ways to Go Green in 2013

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

So, instead of using resources for plastic water bottles, we all have our own BPA-free water bottles that we can refill. Look for a consignment shop in town, visit Freecycle web site, or check the Classifieds before you go to the store to buy new. Now, though, our power bill is smaller, and our home is a little greener.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

Read 11 Simple Menu Planning Tips to learn how to reduce your grocery bill without making everyone in your family miserable. 3 – Reduce your monthly utility bills. Collect your bills and start shopping around for new vendors. Another idea would be to stop spending your $1 or $5 dollar bills and collect them.