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

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Choose thrift first. Rather than purchasing new, check to see if you can borrow from a friend, barter, or buy second hand. And rather than throw unused possessions away, donate to a thrift store or offer up on Freecycle.org. You will save about $2.50 a day, and avoid sending those paper cups to the landfill.

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25 Ways to Find Money for Your Emergency Fund

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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? I’m always amazed by the amount store tags I see on clothing and household item at thrift stores. I earn about $20 every 2-3 months with my favorite grocery phone apps.

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How to Get By on One Income When Baby Arrives

For the Mommas

If you no longer use a landline, get rid of your phone service or sign up for an internet service. Buy second hand. Goodwill and thrift stores offer great prices on new and gently used items. Cancel your cable and sign up for an online streaming service like Netflix or Hulu instead.

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