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Save Money and the Environment By Buying Second Hand

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

If you think buying used is just for people who are on a tight budget, think again. The most famous large family, the Duggars, routinely buy as much as they can used. Their motto is “Buy used and save the difference.” Mixer I would love to buy a Kitchen Aid mixer, but that’s not yet in the budget.

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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

My cute kids when they were little I used to be a Spanish teacher until I stopped working to stay home with my kids. We spend most of our time seeing friends and family, participating in our church activities or working on our property. We’ve saved so much money over the years shopping that way. We also have three cats!

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Take Control of Your Money in 2015

Family Balance Sheet

Although it will take hard work and sacrifice on our part. In 2014, the Grocery Budget Challenge encouraged us to keep our grocery spending in line and to be creative with our meal planning so that we do not over-spend. Weekly Meals on a Budget. Maintaining a grocery budget is a weekly process for me.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

Family Balance Sheet

If you are self-employed, work for a company or in an industry that is unstable, or maybe you or someone in your family has medical issues, you might want to save 6-12 months of expenses. Look for money within your budget and find creative ways to earn extra money. Collect your bills and start shopping around for new vendors.

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How to Save Money on Men’s Business Apparel Without Sacrificing Style

Saving Cents With Sense

There must be way to dress for business on a budget without looking cheap or sacrificing a personal style. Buy in the Off Season. It makes sense to buy summer clothes in summer, right? Grown business men shouldn’t shop for cool pieces, but for the classic essentials. Shop at the discount designer outlets.

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

Family Balance Sheet

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. Take them to work in your brown bag lunch, or choose one night a week as, “raid the fridge night” You’ll appreciate the night off from cooking. Brew your own coffee. Choose thrift first.