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The Frugal Girl

I grew up with frugal parents so it was ingrained in me from an early age. In my 20’s, I finally had a “real” job and wanted to buy a newer car. Within reason, we like to give our kids a nice Christmas with presents they enjoy. How did you get interested in saving money? for anyone curious ?

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How New Parents Can Save: The $241,080 Question

Saving Cents With Sense

Your child will receive this when they turn eighteen, giving them a great start at an independent life. When you become new parents everything will be new, challenging, and a wonderfully chaotic learning experience. Here are some spending tips to keep in mind: Buy in Bulk. Don’t buy your baby expensive things.