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Kindergarten to College – Back to School Money Tips

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

According to the July 15, 2010 Back to School Survey from the National Retail Federation, the average family spent around $600 per child for back to school needs, split between clothing (37%); electronics (30%); shoes (17%) and school supplies (16%). learning to give by having them donate last years clothing. Get Social.

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Holiday Travel Gift List 2023

Shereen Travels Cheap

Here are some of my fave items: Magnetic car phone holder is a must for road trips or when renting a car. You can fit a ton in them, then squash all your clothing into an even smaller cube by zipping the compression. You unzip the whole bag, put your fancy clothes in the garment section, close that up and then pack the bag like normal.

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How Much Money Can You Live Off Of?

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

This would include your monthly mortgage payment or rent payment. Clothes are a necessity. Designer name brand clothing is a luxury. Monthly clothing costs would include any pants, shirts, dresses, shoes, and outfits that are needed for you, your spouse, or your kids. How much money do you need to live? Entertainment.

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102 Stores Nationwide that Give A Teacher Discount

Coupons Do Work

School is in session ; and that means time to get your school supplies, supply for the classes and as a teacher, as much as you all do for teaching our precious kids, we want to help out as much as we can — including many stores that offer discount travel, school supplies, clothes, or food, these stores get extra credit with teachers.

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Experience Based Graduation Gifts

Prairie Eco-Thrifter

While money, electronics, a special book or clothing are all welcomed, an experienced based gift might provide special insight into their future for your young graduates. Rent a luxury yacht or car for the day and take them on a lets pretend voyage or sign them up for a rich kid camp. Show your graduates a simpler life.

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Meet a Reader | Mary from Reflections Around the Campfire

The Frugal Girl

Box are some of my favorite authors) and I use the library to borrow both regular books and electronic resources. My mom cut coupons and sewed her own clothes and mine, as well. When they got married, they bought a duplex so that the rent money from the tenant in the upstairs apartment would pay the mortgage.

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Legit Ways to Make Money for Christmas

Saving Everyday

Gently used clothing, baby items, furniture, electronics, small appliances, books, fitness equipment, and tools sell well. My niece has an eye for vintage clothes and toys and has a thriving eBay business. Rent a room in your house. Facebook Marketplace (and local buy/sell groups) have made it much easier.

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