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Budgeting for Life

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

I want to ensure that they respect their surroundings and the environment , that they are kind to others, and that they are responsible about money. My husband and I live within our means and budget and hope our children will learn from example. My parents are both in their late 70’s and my father recently was diagnosed with diabetes.

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What We Ate this Week on our Budget 03.18.16

Family Balance Sheet

Every week, I share what we ate for the week on our budget. Our current monthly grocery budget for my family of 4 is $500. And her father and I are so proud of this accomplishment. 10 Smart Tips to Save Money on Meat. The post What We Ate this Week on our Budget 03.18.16 A note about side dishes.

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How to Celebrate Father’s Day on a Budget

Online Coupon Island

But, also want to gift your father something special this time? Our portal is the best place where you can look for amazing Father’s Day discount offers and save your money while buying quality […]. Are you a little low on cash this month? Don’t worry because Online Coupon Island is here to save the day!

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Create a Gift Giving Fund | 31 Days to Organize Your Finances

Family Balance Sheet

We’ll talk about cash flow, budgets, debts, and all of the nitty gritty of our finances that might not be fun to talk about, but are so important to discuss. Since the underlying theme of this series is planning and budgeting, today’s assignment is to create a gift giving fund. Welcome to 31 Days to Organize Your Finances.

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How to Save Money on Halloween Costumes

Saving Cents With Sense

How to Save Money on Halloween Costumes. Instead, get a little creative and see how you can save money on Halloween costumes by thinking outside of the retail store box. If you are not sure where to begin, take a look below at 5 ways to save money on Halloween costumes. How to Save Money on Halloween Costumes.

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How to Get into the Stock Market

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Those of us who had stocks , bonds, and mutual funds saw our net worth rise, but many (perhaps as many as 50% of us, according to CNN Money article M illions see no benefit from soaring stock prices ) missed out. My father-in-law lined up his grown sons and daughters to chip into a fund, from which he bought stock. Money Tips'

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How to Manage Different Investment Risk Tolerances Between Spouses

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

Understand each partner’s money history and experience. One is for each person to separately create their own money story by thinking about things such as: 2 of your earliest money memories. what you learned your mother and father about money. family stories about money. family stories about money.