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How to Save Money Fast – My Top 20 Tips

Penny Pinchin' Mom

Entries such as your mortgage, gas, electricity bill, and so on are essential. This is when I’ve made all the mandatory payments, such as my mortgage and utility bills. Here are some homemade gift ideas you can borrow. That’s why I advocate for automating your bill payments. That is money saved.

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5 Ways to Trim Your Budget For Your Child’s College Fund

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Knowing exactly how much income is going out towards bills, unplanned expenses, and splurges is the first step in saving for a college fund. Many friends may be willing to split the cost of a bottle of wine, or make homemade margaritas instead of going out. But those can saddle your children with debt for 20 years or more!

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P.E.P. for the Week of January 24-28, 2010- Adjustment Edition

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Live Real, Now tells us how we can save money on anything from bills to insurance. We also bring a homemade lunch every day and not only does it save us money but it also keeps our health in check. Our current projects have to do with homemade beauty and cleaning products. Going Frugal. Going Green. Reducing Debt.

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(Exercising) The Art of Frugality

Frugal Luxuries

For several years now I've been motivated to action when reading her classic, tried-and-true frugal tricks and tips as she menu plans, money manages and enjoys the luxuries of a simple life with her family. Reduced our Netflix bill to watch online only. That being said, this batch is earmarked for packaging holiday gifts.

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