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

Family Balance Sheet

Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. The result is less packaging in the land fills, and the money saved is still in your pocket. We are currently trying to teach our daughters this simple habit. You will save about $2.50 Choose thrift first.

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Our 2018 Financial Goals

Family Balance Sheet

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. If we complete them early, we’ll move on to 2 additional goals that are on our radar. Choose Thrift First.