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Everyday Changes that Save Money & Help our Planet + a $25 GIANT FOOD STORES Gift Card Giveaway

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It’s easy to make the switch, and with these items not on my grocery list, I’ve made more room in my grocery budget for actual food. Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. Examples: Replace paper napkins with cloth napkins. You will save about $2.50

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

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We even bought an online package years ago, but have since decided that we will have a lawyer draw up our will, medical directive, and power of attorney documents to make sure everything is in place legally. However, there are a few things that we will not give up so I will need to include them in our budget. Choose Thrift First.