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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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Put the money saved into your emergency fund. But when you’re trying to save money, cut out this costly expense. Did you buy the materials to make that cute craft that you found on Pinterest but the bag is still sitting in your dining room…3 months later? There are online sites that will buy books.

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

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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. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org.