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Meet a Reader | Gretchen from Oregon

The Frugal Girl

Another, very important frugal win, my very frugal husband who’s a natural saver and set us up for success by buying his first house (a foreclosed property) at 28. We splurge on travel, celebrations and presents for our kids. I dread the day we need to buy a new vehicle. What’s your biggest splurge?

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

Family Balance Sheet

Buying a coffee is a guilty splurge for me, but to be honest, the particular coffee shop brand that I love is sold in grocery stores, like Giant. Brew your coffee at home and take it along with you in a travel mug. Choose thrift first. Brew your own coffee. You will save about $2.50

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

Family Balance Sheet

We bought a used pop-up several years ago and it was one of the best decisions for our family We absolutely adore camping, and we’d like to upgrade to a travel trailer. Choose Thrift First. While I love thrift stores, I can be easily swayed to run into Target, TJ Maxx, and/or Kohl’s when I feel like I need something.